Accounts Officer

Job Overview

NICO Insurance Zambia Limited invites applications for the position of Accounts Officer at its Head Office in Lusaka. This opportunity is ideal for qualified and motivated professionals seeking accounts officer jobs in Lusaka who are eager to contribute to a dynamic finance team.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain general ledger reconciliations and financial schedules.
• Process accounting transactions ensuring accurate posting to appropriate accounts.
• Perform bank reconciliations and monitor cash transactions regularly.
• Assist with the preparation and submission of statutory and regulatory returns.
• Support month-end and year-end financial reporting processes.
• Maintain data integrity through consistent reconciliations and system checks.
• Assist during audit processes and resolve any audit queries promptly.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Support the timely settlement of statutory obligations and other financial payments.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Professional qualification such as ACCA, CIMA, CA Zambia, or equivalent, with at least Part I completed.
• Membership with the Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants (ZICA).
• 1 to 2 years of relevant experience in a finance or accounting environment.