# Accountant Canonical URL: https://primejobalerts.com/jobs/accountant-15 Company: Gramus Category: Accounting Location: Zambia, Ndola Work type: Full-time Work arrangement: On-site Published: 2026-08-04 Expires: 2026-09-01 ## Job Description JOB VACANCY: ACCOUNTANT Job Title:  Accountant Job Location: Ndola, Zambia Company Name: Gramus Job Description Gramus is seeking an experienced, dependable and detail-oriented Head Accountant to manage its accounting function and strengthen financial controls across the business. The successful candidate will oversee financial reporting, budgeting, taxation, cash-flow management, inventory accounting and regulatory compliance. The Head Accountant will also supervise accounting employees and provide management with accurate financial information for decision-making. Key Responsibilities - Oversee the company’s daily accounting and financial operations. - Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements. - Manage the general ledger and month-end and year-end closing processes. - Review bank, cash, inventory, supplier and customer reconciliations. - Develop annual budgets and monitor actual results against approved budgets. - Prepare cash-flow forecasts and monitor the company’s working-capital position. - Analyse revenue, costs, profit margins and operational performance. - Maintain effective controls over cash, inventory, expenses and company assets. - Review payroll calculations and ensure accurate recording of payroll expenses. - Ensure compliance with ZRA requirements and applicable Zambian tax legislation. - Coordinate statutory audits and provide the required supporting documentation. - Maintain the fixed-asset register and review depreciation calculations. - Supervise, train and evaluate members of the accounting team. - Investigate financial discrepancies and recommend corrective action. - Present financial reports and recommendations to senior management. - Develop and implement accounting policies and internal-control procedures. - Ensure financial records are complete, accurate and securely maintained. Qualifications and Experience Required - Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field. - Full or partial professional qualification in ACCA, CIMA or ZICA preferred. -  Five years of relevant accounting experience, including experience in a supervisory or senior accounting position is preferred - Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, taxation and internal controls. - Good understanding of Zambian tax and statutory reporting requirements. - Experience with inventory accounting and cost control will be an added advantage. - Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and recognised accounting software. - Strong analytical and financial problem-solving abilities. - Excellent leadership, communication and staff-management skills. - High levels of integrity, confidentiality and attention to detail. - Ability to work under pressure and meet strict reporting deadlines. How to Apply Interested candidates should email the following documents: - An updated CV - A cover letter - Copies of relevant academic and professional qualifications - Contact details for at least two professional references Applications should be sent to gramusapplications@hotmail.com with the subject line: Application – Head Accountant Closing Date 1 September 2026 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. ## Requirements Apply by email: gramusapplications@hotmail.com ## Apply Use the canonical Prime Job Alerts page for full application instructions and source verification.