Assistant Accountant (Transport & Logistics) X 02

Job Categories:

Accountancy


Date Posted:

2026-04-27 17:28:34

Employment Type

Full Time

Website

bemconsult.com

Location:

Lusaka & Kitwe

Salary:

Negotiable


Description:

Job Purpose
The Assistant Accountant  will be responsible for reviewing and preparing invoices, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of billing data, resolving billing issues and maintaining accurate records. Take charge of processing accounts and incoming payments in compliance with financial policies and procedures. Be responsible for providing financial, administrative and clerical support to the accounts payables team by completing payments, controlling expenses and processing verifying 

Summary of Key Responsibilities:

  • Prepare and circulate the daily global stock movement report daily.
  • Prepare Monthly stock reconciliation for Stocks at the depot between Oracle and 3rd Party statements.
  • Participating in daily and monthly stocks take at the depot and preparation of subsequent reports clearly explaining any variances
  • Prepare and send invoices to customers according to company policies and procedures.
  • Monitor and follow up on outstanding invoices, ensuring timely payment from clients.
  • Costing of decanted products, verification and updating Oracle with respective productions.
  • Resolve billing issues, such as discrepancies or disputes, by communicating with clients and other stakeholders
  • Assist with other accounting and finance functions as needed.
  • Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate and timely reporting and analysis.
  • Ensure compliance with accounting and financial regulations and policies.
  • Provide excellent customer service to clients and other stakeholders.
  • Provide reports as prescribed by the immediate supervisor and other managers.
  • Ensure systematic filling of all accounting documents to guarantee easy tracing.
  • Ensure compliance with internal controls on financial matters
  • Any other duties as assigned


Required Skills and Competencies

  • Strong communication skills
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Strong understanding of accounting and financial principles and practices.
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Good organizational skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Primary Areas of Accountability:

Qualifications and Experience

  • Full Grade Twelve Certificate
  • Finalist of CA Zambia , ACCA, CIMA level 3 OR
  • Degree in Accounting/Finance will be an added advantage
  • Must have a minimum of 3-4 years experience in , accounting, or a related field.
  • Experience with billing software and systems, such as QuickBooks or SAP PASTEL is a must
  • Work experience in the transport and logistics /courier will be a plus.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
  • Must be a member of ZICA

                QUALIFIED & EXPERIENCED FEMALES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION

If you meet the hiring requirements for the position, please email your CV in Ms Word and Cover Letter clearly stating your salary expectations to: jobs@bemconsult.com & Cc bemconsult8@gmail.com   

Note that, all communications will be kept in the strictest of confidence. If you do not receive communication within 21 working days of the closing date of the advert, please consider your application unsuccessful. 

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