Senior Accountant - Payable
Core
Own the end-to-end Accounts Payable function for multiple Zambian entities, ensuring accurate invoice processing, timely payments, and compliance with Zambian tax law.
Role type
Senior Accounts Payable Specialist
Builds
Scalable, well-controlled AP processes for rapidly expanding Zambian exploration operations
Domain
Mining / Mineral Exploration / Finance
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Invoice verification and validation, General ledger coding, Vendor master data management, Accounts reconciliation, Tax compliance (VAT, withholding tax), Audit support, Cash flow forecasting, Process improvement
Preferred skills
Experience in multinational or capital-intensive industries, Knowledge of Zambian tax regulations, Ability to automate workflows
Technologies
Procure to Pay systems, General Ledger systems
Responsibilities
Review supplier invoices for accuracy and tax compliance, Code invoices to appropriate GL accounts and cost centers, Escalate irregularities or fraud indicators, Ensure invoices are processed within agreed service levels, Onboard new suppliers with complete vendor data, Perform monthly reconciliations of supplier statements and AP sub-ledger, Prepare weekly AP aging analyses, Support month-end and year-end close activities, Provide inputs for cash flow forecasting, Maintain audit-ready documentation, Contribute to AP policy and control improvements
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC