The Church of Central Africa Presbyterian (CCAP) Nkhoma Synod Secretariat invites applications from suitably qualified and committed candidates for the position of Accountant, to be filled as soon as possible.

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for managing accounting operations, maintaining accurate financial records, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations and accounting standards.Prepare financial statements, budgets, forecasts, payroll, and statutory remittances.Supervise accounting staff, coordinate audits, and strengthen financial controls and procedures.Provide financial advice and reports to the General Treasurer and support the achievement of departmental objectives.

The Accountant reports directly to the General Treasurer.

Duties include:

• Prepare and maintain asset, liability, and capital account entries by compiling, analyzing, and recording financial information accurately.
• Record, verify, allocate, post, and reconcile financial transactions to ensure accuracy and completeness of accounting records.
• Analyze financial information and recommend appropriate financial actions, accounting solutions, and improvements to accounting systems and procedures.
• Prepare financial statements, including balance sheets, profit and loss statements, budgets, and other financial reports, ensuring timely and accurate presentation of financial results.
• Conduct financial reviews and audits by examining supporting documents to substantiate transactions and ensure compliance with financial standards, policies, and regulations.
• Develop, review, and recommend accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to safeguard financial information and strengthen accountability.
• Prepare and process staff and Ministers' salaries, including PAYE, pension contributions, and withholding tax (WHT) remittances to relevant authorities in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Coordinate financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial standards-setting processes while contributing to departmental goals and objectives.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes, reconcile financial discrepancies, and ensure the accuracy and integrity of accounting records.
• Supervise, coordinate, assign, and review the work of accounting staff while providing guidance, technical support, and advice to the General Treasurer (GT).
• Direct and coordinate internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, financial regulations, and organizational policies.
• Safeguard financial information through proper database backups, accurate record management, and effective accounting controls while maintaining positive working relationships with client personnel.
• Communicate work progress, financial matters, and emerging client issues to the General Treasurer, and perform any other duties as assigned by the General Treasurer from time to time.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Must be a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Malawi (ICAM).
• At least 5 years’ experience in financial accounting, including 3 years in a similar role.
• Proficiency in accounting software's, especially Online Quick-books, is essential.
• Strong multitasking and time management skills
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• High level of integrity and adherence to systems and procedures.
• Practising Presbyterian Christian.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Good leadership, interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Sound judgement, statistical knowledge, an analytical mind, attention to detail and integrity.
• No criminal record involving moral turpitude.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.