ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT

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POSTED BY MVUNGI JOB MASTERJOB VACANCY: ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANTOrganisation: ActionAid MalawiDuty Station: Lilongwe / LRP Office, MalawiReports To: Finance and Grants LeadContract Duration: 1 year, renewable depending on funding and performanceApplication Email: Recruitment.Malawi@actionaid.orgApplication Deadline: Wednesday, 28 October 2026, at 5:00 PM Malawi timeDetailed Job Description: https://surl.li/fysjaaABOUT ACTIONAID MALAWIActionAid Malawi is a locally registered non-governmental organisation affiliated with ActionAid International, a global justice federation working in more than 45 countries across Africa, Asia, America and Europe.The organisation works to advance social justice, gender equality and poverty eradication, particularly among people living in poverty and exclusion.ActionAid Malawi is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates for the position of Assistant Accountant.ROLE OVERVIEWThe Assistant Accountant will support accounting and financial management processes to ensure that financial activities are carried out in accordance with established policies and procedures.The successful candidate will assist with day-to-day financial operations, maintain accurate financial records and support compliance with the organisation's financial management requirements.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES1. Payment ProcessingSupport the processing of payments in accordance with established financial procedures.Assist in maintaining appropriate financial documentation and records.2. Imprest ManagementSupport the management and accountability of imprests.Assist with the documentation and tracking of imprest transactions.3. Financial Data ManagementCapture financial data accurately.Maintain appropriate financial records and supporting documentation.Support the preparation and maintenance of financial information.4. ReconciliationsAssist with financial reconciliations.Help identify and resolve discrepancies in financial records.5. Stores ManagementSupport stores management processes and related documentation.Assist in maintaining accurate records in accordance with organisational procedures.6. Financial ComplianceFollow established accounting policies and procedures.Support effective financial management and compliance with internal requirements.APPLICATION REQUIREMENTSCandidates should consult the detailed job description for the full academic qualifications, experience, technical skills and other eligibility requirements.Detailed job description: https://surl.li/fysjaaHOW TO APPLYInterested candidates should submit their applications to:Email: Recruitment.Malawi@actionaid.orgPostal Address:The Executive DirectorActionAid MalawiP.O. Box 30735Lilongwe 3, MalawiAPPLICATION DEADLINE: WEDNESDAY, 28 OCTOBER 2026, AT 5:00 PM MALAWI TIMEActionAid Malawi welcomes applications from all sections of the community and considers applications on individual merit. Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.An attractive compensation package will be offered in line with the organisation's Pay and Benefits Policy.ADVANCE YOUR CAREER WITH MVUNGI JOB MASTERAre you pursuing opportunities in accounting, finance or administration?Mvungi Job Master helps job seekers discover vacancies and access professional career support.Find more jobs: https://mvungi.com/jobsProfessional CV writing and updating: Get assistance presenting your accounting qualifications and experience clearly.Application letter support: Get help preparing a professional letter for your target position.Visit https://mvungi.com/ to explore available services.Follow our official WhatsApp Channel for more vacancies and career updates:https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vb7gbc91XquZnalOXc2iJOB SEEKER SAFETY: Never pay money to secure a job. Verify application instructions through the employer's official contacts.Mvungi Job Master — Connecting Job Seekers to Opportunities.

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Apply by email: recruitment.malawi@actionaid.org