Accountant

Lusaka, Lusaka, Zambia

Full Time

Experienced

THE OPPORTUNITY
Are you a sharp, driven Accountant ready to take your career to the next level? Join our dynamic Finance team in Zambia and be at the heart of Hungry Lion’s growth journey! In this role, you’ll play a proactive part in ensuring that all financial information is prepared accurately and on time for audits, strategic analysis, and compliance. You’ll keep us tax compliant, support data-driven decision-making, and help drive operational excellence across our stores.

WHAT YOU’LL DO
In this hands-on, impactful role, you’ll:
✅ Champion Tax Compliance:

Conduct regular checks and investigations.
Reconcile taxes to statements from Revenue Authorities.
Assist with timely VAT and withholding tax submissions.

✅ Keep Our Books in Top Shape:

Perform payroll reconciliations and post necessary corrections.
Manage the fixed asset register, monthly reconciliations, and depreciation runs.
Handle bank reconciliations for sales, salaries, suppliers, petty cash, fuel, and buying cards.

✅ Drive Financial Insight & Reporting:

Prepare accurate monthly cash-flow statements.
Analyse and report variances between actuals and budgets.
Contribute to monthly stock valuation and cost of sales calculations to ensure accurate reporting on gross profit per store and company-wide.
Provide timely weekly and monthly financial analysis to the Financial Director and management team.

✅ Strengthen Controls & Compliance:

Monitor intercompany balances and forex movements.
Coordinate and support external audits to achieve unqualified results.
Maintain internal financial controls and manage compliance with IFRS / GAAP standards.
Assist with internal risk management processes.

✅ Collaborate & Innovate:

Partner closely with the Financial Director on ad hoc tasks and strategic projects.
Prepare analytical reports, back-testing studies, and viability recommendations for new stores.
Identify opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiencies.

Note: This role will evolve — you’ll take on additional tasks and projects as needed.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Essential:

CA Zambia (preferred) or ACCA/CIMA/B.Acc qualified.
Must be a fully paid up member of ZICA as Licentiate and above
2–3 years’ post-articles experience in accounting, with solid intermediate Excel skills.

Desirable:

Specialisation in Cost Accounting or Taxation.
Additional taxation certification.
Experience in QSR (Quick Service Restaurant) or retail industries.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

A proactive approach and a sense of ownership.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent planning, organisation, and attention to detail.
Ability to deliver under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Sound commercial acumen and a drive for cost optimisation.
Collaborative mindset and clear communication skills.

Closing Date: 14 July 2025

If you’re ready to grow with a vibrant, expanding brand and make your mark in a fast-paced industry — apply now!

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