Chief Accountant (Grade: G2)

Job Description

Applicants are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the vacant post that has arisen in the Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission.

Reports To: Finance And Administration Director.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and review policies and procedures for the Finance Department.
• Contribute to the preparation of the annual revenue and capital budgets.
• Coordinate the compilation of financial statements and annual appropriation accounts for the Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission in compliance with Treasury instructions.
• Implement financial planning and budgeting procedures for the Commission.
• Sets financial targets for all trading accounts of the Commission.
• Ensures existence of adequate and adherence to policies that guide effective operations of Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission.
• Consolidate monthly, quarterly and annual reports for the Finance Department.
• Coordinate, monitor, and maintain schedules of monthly, quarterly, bi-annual, and annual reconciliations. 9. Review and check monthly bank and creditors statements.
• Compile responses to audit queries and observations raised by the Chief Internal Auditor and Auditor General's office, led by the Finance and Administration Director.
• Review expenditure reports for donor funded activities.
• Review travel requests and advance acquittals.
• Prepare minutes to the Finance Committee.
• Represent the Commission as necessary at meetings and conferences.
• Monitor and implement Performance Based Budgeting.
• Support the Finance Director with day-to-day operations of the Finance Department, and with special projects as required.
• Appraise, supervise and offer advice to subordinates.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor of Accountancy (Honours) degree, or Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting degree and a full professional qualification i.e. CIS, ACCA or any relevant professional qualification from an accredited tertiary institution.
• A relevant Master's degree is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in financial management preferably in the Public Service.
• Good understanding of Public Finance Accounting procedures and regulations (Public Finance Management Act).
• Knowledge of Performance Based Budgeting is mandatory.
• Thorough knowledge of IPSAS Proficiency in accounting software including SAP and Pastel is mandatory.
• Possess a good financial analytical mind and Excellent leadership skills Must be a person of high integrity, professionalism, assertiveness, innovation and be able to work under pressure.
• Ability to work under pressure Computer literacy and knowledge of modern accounting packages. 
• A clean class four (4) driver's license. 

Other

How to Apply

Applications together with detailed curriculum vitae, proof of qualifications and experience should be addressed and forwarded to: