Assistant Accountant

Job Title: Assistant Accountant

Location: Lusaka, Zambia

Department: Finance

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Assistant Accountant to join our dynamic finance team. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in managing financial transactions, ensuring compliance with local regulations, and providing insightful financial analysis to support strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing accurate and timely financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
• Assist in regularly reconciling bank statements and general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy.
• Assist in computing taxes and prepare tax returns in accordance with Zambian tax laws.
• Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Assist in analyzing financial data to identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement.
• Ensure adherence to Zambian accounting standards and financial regulations.

Qualifications & Skills

• Full Grade 12 Certificate
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• ACCA or ZICA certification is an advantage.
• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on accounting experience, preferably in a similar industry.
• Proficient in Sage 200 and advanced MS Excel skills.
• Strong understanding of Zambian tax laws and accounting standards.
• Excellent attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.

Application Process

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV, cover letter, and copies of relevant certifications to ARMAGUARD SECURITY LIMITED PLOT NO. 730/731 CHACHACHA ROAD, LUSAKA or send your full application to hr4@armaguard.co.zm as ONE PDF DOCUMENT.

Application should be addressed to:

The Group Human Resource Manager

Armaguard Security Limited

Cha Cha Cha Road

P.O Box 30179

Lusaka, Zambia

Closing date of receiving applications will be 05 JUNE, 2026.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.