JOB ADVERT \u2013 FINANCE ASSISTANT
\nLiving Water International (LWI) is a global Non-Governmental Organization that exists to demonstrate the love of God by helping communities acquire desperately needed clean water, and experience \u201cliving water\u201d (the gospel of Jesus Christ) which alone satisfies the deepest thirst. Living Water provides\u00a0safe drinking water, Christian Witness, Sanitation and Hygiene Education to communities across Africa, Asia, Latin America & Caribbean.
\nLiving Water International Zambia, operates in three Provinces of Eastern, Lusaka and Central.
\nA vacancy exists for one (01) Finance Assistant at the Country Office in Lusaka Province.
\nPosition Purpose
\nTo assist the Finance Officer in financial administration of the Country Office and Keembe WPA resources and ensure that all payments are disbursed and accounted for on time.
\nRoles and responsibilities<\/p>\n
Assist with keeping and accurately recording accounting records, by using the QuickBooks system to account for financial transactions for each grant.
\nReview petty cash requests and supporting documents before payment is made.
\nPerform cash counts with the Administrative Assistant.
\nCreate cash withdrawal letters and payment request forms when needed.
\nUpdate the cash flow tracker of payments on a daily basis.
\nMake cash withdrawals on behalf of LWI and all necessary deposits to the bank.
\nEnsure that all documents raised and processed for payments have the necessary supporting documents and are recorded appropriately in accordance with LWI policies.
\nEnsure that all payments raised have the correct amounts reflected.
\nEnsure that advances obtained by other staff members are accounted for on time.
\nReview all retired documents and liquidate retirements timely.
\nEnsure the safe keeping of all accounting documents, both soft and hard copies. Provide documentation for internal and external auditors when requested.
\nEnsure that all documents are filed neatly and orderly.
\nFile fuel analysis reports on a monthly basis.
\nAssist in the creation and upload of checklist documents.
\nAssist in compiling supporting documents for responding to the internal audit test transactions.
\nWork with the Administrative Assistants for the Country Office and Keembe to ensure the Stores bin cards are updated timely.
\nOther related duties as assigned by the supervisor.<\/p>\n
Education\/Experience<\/p>\n
Diploma in accounting or equivalent accounting qualification.
\n2 years\u2019 experience in the accounting field, preferably in the non-profit sector (NGO), with experience in budgeting and financial reporting.
\nKnowledge and demonstrated experience with MS Office package software applications with advanced skills using Microsoft Excel and QuickBooks.
\nGrant accounting knowledge will be an added advantage.
\nMust be a registered member of ZICA<\/p>\n
Skills & Competencies<\/p>\n
Understanding basic accounting principles and proficiency with Quickbooks software
\nTrustworthy and discreet when dealing with confidential information.
\nCompetent IT skills, particularly proficiency with spreadsheet software.
\nCommitment to working efficiently and accurately.
\nAbility to multitask and remain motivated and positive.
\nAble to work with minimum supervision<\/p>\n
APPLICATION PROCEDURE<\/p>\n
Interested candidates should send their application letter with not more than four pages detailed updated Curriculum Vitae to:
\nThe Human Resources Manager, Living Water International, No. 19 Warthog Street, Kabulonga, Lusaka.
\nDo not send copies of your qualifications at this stage.<\/p>\n
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