Accountant

Employment Accelerator Programme Accountant Lusaka, Zambia Akros is a cutting-edge organization that establishes data-driven systems that improve the health and wellbeing of disadvantaged communities. We pride ourselves in our ground-level knowledge of the health systems where we work, and our ability to provide novel, lasting solutions implemented in developing regions.

Background Akros Research is supporting a three-year programme, in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, focused on moving young graduates in Zambia and Tanzania into meaningful work. The program includes virtual and in person student engagement in GIS, data science, earth observation and digital health as well as employment support.

The Data Science and GIS Employment Accelerator is anticipated to start in November 2026 and the Accountant role is contingent on Akros Research signing the programme contract. The Accountant will support programme-specific finance systems, processing and teams in line with the following responsibilities. Specific Responsibilities Assist the Programme Finance Manager in managing the project budget, ensuring all costs are accounted for and compliant with applicable regulations and laws.

Assign routine work to the Assistant Accountant and Finance Assistant and review their outputs. Process and record programme transactions, ensuring timely and accurate coding by programme, country and approved budget line. Maintain financial files in accordance with the Company’s and donor’s regulations, policies and procedures.

Prepare payment vouchers and verify invoices, expense claims, approvals and supporting documentation before submission for approval. Prepare monthly bank reconciliations. Review QuickBooks entries on a daily basis. Prepare analysis and summary information as requested. Reconcile accounts payable, advances, mobile money and other programme payment platform accounts.

Maintain current trackers for requisitions, payments, commitments, advances and outstanding finance actions. Prepare monthly payroll, fringe benefit calculations and related vouchers for review and approval. Prepare monthly statutory payment calculations and related vouchers within applicable deadlines. Assist the Finance Manager in preparing programme financial statements, monthly reporting packages and donor expenditure reports.

Process routine finance inputs from Zambia and Tanzania and ensure consistent coding, documentation and reporting. Assist in preparing audit files, responding to queries, and tracking corrective actions. Promptly escalate control gaps or suspected irregularities. Carry out any other programme-related finance duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a related field; a professional accounting qualification is preferred. At least seven years of progressively responsible accounting experience. Experience with donor-funded programmes and multi-country financial operations is preferred. Proficiency in accounting software and fully electronic accounting systems.

Excellent computer skills with demonstrated fluency in Excel, QuickBooks and web-based accounting platforms. Working knowledge of accounting principles, internal controls, payroll, statutory payments and advances. Strong analytical and organizational skills, with close attention to accuracy and deadlines. Good written and verbal communication skills.