# SENIOR ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT

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Company: Holy Family Mission Hospital

Category: Accounting

Location: Malawi, Phalombe

Work type: Full-time

Work arrangement: On-site

Published: 2026-11-09

Expires: 2026-11-16

## Job Description

VACANCY: SENIOR ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT (GRADE J)Posted by Mvungi Job MasterEmployer: Holy Family Mission HospitalDuty Station: Phalombe, MalawiPosition Grade: JApplication Deadline: Monday, 16 November 2026About the OpportunityHoly Family Mission Hospital is inviting applications from suitably qualified and experienced individuals for the position of Senior Assistant Accountant (Grade J).The successful candidate will support the hospital's financial management operations, including payroll administration, cash controls, bank reconciliation, financial reporting, budgeting and supervision of accounting personnel.Key Responsibilities1. Payroll and Payment ProcessingPrepare and distribute payroll.Prepare payment vouchers and cheques for authorised signatures.Maintain accurate payroll and payment records.2. Financial Records and ReconciliationReconcile bank statements and investigate discrepancies.Maintain payment, receipt and salary cash books.Support effective financial controls and accurate accounting records.3. Financial Reporting and BudgetingAssist in preparing institutional budgets.Support quarterly budget reviews and financial reporting.Monitor expenditure and provide financial advice to management.4. Staff Supervision and AdministrationSupervise accounts clerks and salaries clerks.Support the effective functioning of the hospital's accounting operations.Participate in procurement committee activities.Qualifications and ExperienceApplicants should possess:Advanced Diploma in Financial Accounting, ICAM Knowledge Level or a related qualification.A minimum of three (3) years of relevant work experience.Practical skills in maintaining cash books, preparing payment vouchers and implementing internal financial controls.A high level of integrity and professionalism.Added Advantage: Bachelor's Degree in Financial Accounting.How to ApplyInterested and suitably qualified candidates should prepare one PDF document containing:Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).Copies of relevant academic and professional certificates.Contact details of three traceable referees.Address applications to:The Principal Hospital AdministratorHoly Family Mission HospitalP.O. Box 144Phalombe, MalawiAttention: Senior Human Resource Management OfficerApplication Email: malawiholyfamilyhospital@gmail.comClosing Date: Monday, 16 November 2026Only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.Sourcehttps://malawi24.com/marketplace/listing/senior-assistant-accountant/Discover More Accounting and Finance Jobs with Mvungi Job MasterAre you searching for employment opportunities in accounting, finance, banking, administration or other professional fields?Mvungi Job Master helps job seekers access vacancies, prepare ATS-friendly CVs and simplify their job application process.Browse Jobs: https://mvungi.com/jobsRegister as a Job Seeker: https://mvungi.com/registerWhatsApp Job Updates: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vb7gbc91XquZnalOXc2iWebsite: https://mvungi.com/

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