{"id":4581,"date":"2025-07-30T08:00:25","date_gmt":"2025-07-30T08:00:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/zambia\/job\/chief-accountant-at-oryx-energies-zambia-limited\/"},"modified":"2025-08-09T00:14:09","modified_gmt":"2025-08-09T00:14:09","slug":"chief-accountant-at-oryx-energies-zambia-limited","status":"expired","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/zambia\/?post_type=job_listing&p=4581","title":{"rendered":"Chief Accountant at Oryx Energies Zambia Limited"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>ORYX Energies S.A \u201cOESA\u201d is one of Africa\u2019s largest and longest established independent providers of oil and gas products and services. In pursuit of its business strategies in Zambia, the company invites applications from suitably qualified individuals for the position mentioned below, to join its team at ORYX Energies Zambia Ltd \u201cOEZL\u201d, based on the Copperbelt and Lusaka.<br \/>\nThe successful candidate will be reporting to the Risk and Optimization Manager.<br \/>\nThe Chief Accountant will be based in Lusaka, at CCO Lusaka.<br \/>\nJOB PURPOSE:<br \/>\nThe Chief Accountant ensures the credibility of the accounts of the company in accordance with the standards determined by management, while verifying the work provided by the accounting teams.<br \/>\nMAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:<\/p>\n<p>Review cash and bank reconciliations at least twice every week.<br \/>\nReconcile collections against receipting and provide updates to management\u00a0\u00a0 Ensure all debtors, suppliers and General Ledger are properly reconciled.<br \/>\nReview and approve inventory reconciliation.<br \/>\nEnsure all taxes reconciliations are up to date.<br \/>\nPrepare ratio and variance analysis on Debtors, payables, stocks, income statement, balance sheet etc and provide explanations and recommend actions.<br \/>\nAddress queries from group control team in respect of accounting reports data.<br \/>\nEnhance the accuracy of the financial reports, and ensure that reported results comply with company policies and international financial reporting standards (IFRS).<br \/>\nPrepare Retail Report (OEZL) monthly.<br \/>\nPrepare B2b reports monthly.<br \/>\nAnalyse customer margins and ensure they are aligned to approved price build up. Report any variances monthly.<br \/>\nReview and check daily that prices charged to customers are correct for all invoices.<br \/>\nEnsure that imported product is cleared on time and accounted for properly.<br \/>\nWork on budget preparation, project appraisals, profitability analysis and forecasts.<br \/>\nPerform random audits at various sites.<br \/>\n\u00a0Adhere to corporate standards and procedures in all reconciliation activities.<br \/>\nEnsure regulatory audits are finalized accurately and in a timely manner.<br \/>\nImprove personal skill set regarding software proficiency, financial analysis, and data processing.<br \/>\nMaintain safe custody of company fixed assets, assuring that assets records tie up with physical assets.<br \/>\nFile all reconciliations and any other work in a well-organized manner.<br \/>\nEnsure that all month end reconciliations are accurate and filed.<br \/>\nRegular audits of business procedures and internal controls and recommend changes.<br \/>\nEnsure that Trial Balance is reconciled prior to the preparation of monthly and quarterly financials.<br \/>\nPreparation of management reports, including monthly reports, quarterly &amp; yearly reports and other reports as requested by management.<br \/>\nEnsure that all licenses are up to date and renewed well in advance.<br \/>\nParticipate in preparation of various Management Packs and reporting on HFM.<br \/>\nEnsure all day-to-day finance activities are run effectively.<br \/>\nAssist the Risk &amp; Optimization Manager on day-to-day activities to be able to takeover when he is absent.<br \/>\nMaintenance of an adequate system of accounting records including running of integrity checks and resolving system integrity errors.<br \/>\nUndertake and participate in staff training in your area of proficiency.<\/p>\n<p>OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:<\/p>\n<p>Being proactive and innovative, you are expected to be highly reliable, to search for excellence, to respect good.<br \/>\nUndertake and participate in staff training in your area of proficiency.<br \/>\nYou are responsible for your personal results, and do not hesitate to display a proactive and creative attitude with a particular commitment to teamwork.<\/p>\n<p>KEY WORKING RELATIONS:<br \/>\nInternal:<\/p>\n<p>Management<br \/>\nSupply\/logistics<br \/>\nOperations<br \/>\nHSSE and Technical<br \/>\n\u00a0Finance\/Admin and Structure<br \/>\n\u00a0Commercial<\/p>\n<p>External:<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0Customers<br \/>\n\u00a0Credit Bureau<br \/>\n\u00a0External Auditors<br \/>\n\u00a0Experience &amp; education required.<\/p>\n<p>EXPERIENCE &amp; EDUCATION REQUIRED:<\/p>\n<p>Grade 12 School Certificate<br \/>\nBachelor`s Degree in Accounting<br \/>\nProfessional qualifications such as ACCA\/ CIMA\/ZICA<br \/>\nMust be a member of the Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants ZICA<br \/>\nAt least 5 years post qualification experience.<\/p>\n<p>Key Skills:<\/p>\n<p>Strong financial management and accounting expertise.<br \/>\nLeadership and team management skills.<br \/>\nExcellent analytical and problem-solving skills.<br \/>\nIn-depth knowledge of the oil and gas industry.<br \/>\nEffective communication and presentation skills.<br \/>\nStrategic thinking and financial planning abilities.<br \/>\nRisk management and compliance expertise<br \/>\nProficiency in accounting software and systems (e.g., ERP, financial modelling tools)<br \/>\nAdaptability and ability to stay up to date with changing regulatory requirements.<\/p>\n<p>Personal Attributes:<\/p>\n<p>Self-motivated with minimal supervision<br \/>\nExcellent communication and stakeholder management skills<br \/>\nTeam player<\/p>\n<p>OTHER REQUIREMENTS\/SKILLS\/COMPETENCIES:<\/p>\n<p>Customer service oriented<br \/>\nIntegrity, rigor, and respect of governance principles<br \/>\nEmployee engagement<br \/>\nAutonomy &amp; responsibility<br \/>\nCreativity &amp; innovation<br \/>\nTeam Spirit<br \/>\nRisk awareness<br \/>\nSearch for efficiency &amp; performance<\/p>\n<p>Sharing is Caring! 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