Dynamic Assistant Accountant with proven expertise at Zambia Development Agency, adept in financial reporting and bank reconciliations. Recognized for enhancing accounting workflows and maintaining integrity in financial records. Proficient in Sage 300 ERP and committed to delivering high-quality results while fostering client relationships and demonstrating analytical thinking.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Accountant
Zambia Development Agency
Lusaka
01.2017 - Current
Prepared monthly and quarterly financial reports to support strategic decision-making.
Executed bank reconciliations for all ZDA accounts, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
Managed payments and receipts in ACCPAC accounting system to uphold precise financial records.
Coordinated timely submissions of returns to ZRA, NAPSA, and NHIMA each month.
Oversaw accounts payable and receivable processes to ensure prompt transactions and accurate reports.
Maintained organized filing systems for receipts and accounting documents per established standards.
Collaborated with team members to enhance accounting workflows and procedures.
Assisted during audits by preparing essential documentation and financial records.
Accounts Clerk
David Kaunda National Technical Secondary School
01.2011 - 01.2017
Prepare books of Accounts in readiness for internal or external Audit.
Prepare of bank reconciliation statements and updating Cash Books.
Preparing of Payment Vouchers.
Maintenance of petty cash and making sure retirements are done promptly.
Receipting of funds from students and making payments as they arise.
Prepare input schedule for payroll up-dates for all employees on PTA pay roll.
Preparing monthly returns for ZRA purpose (PAYE).
Preparing of monthly returns for NAPSA contributions.
Updating clients/ Students data, attending to their queries in order to provide an efficient service.
Representing the Institution at important meetings/ work shops.
Facilitating the smooth day-to-day running of the Accounts Office and the Institution at Large.
Administrative support activities.
Assisting in customer care for clients which involves receiving instructions and promptly solving all customary queries and any other duties assigned by my supervisors.
Assist in the update of all stores documents.
I successfully introduced easy filing system that resulted in an efficient retrieval of organizational information.
I successfully introduced institutional fund saving measures towards staff gratuities to avoid associated inconveniences.
Education
CA Advisory Professional - Accountancy
ZAMBIA INSTITUTE OF CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS
LUSAKA
01.2025
CA Application Advanced Diploma - Accountancy
ZAMBIA INSTITUTE OF CHARERED ACCOUNTANTS
LUSAKA, ZAMBIA
01.2022
ZICA Diploma Level 2 Certificate -
ZAMBIA INSTITUTE OF CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS
LUSAKA
01.2018
ZICA Technician Certificate -
ZAMBIA INSTITUTE OF CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS
LUSAKA
01.2015
Grade 12 Certificate -
Mukonchi High School Board
CENTRAL
01.2010
Skills
Numerical accuracy
Analytical thinking
Problem solving
IT proficiency
Spreadsheet software expertise
Word processing skills
PowerPoint presentation skills
Client liaison
Confidential information management
audit delivery
Sage 300 ERP proficiency
Swift Payroll and HR systems
Windows operating systems
DOS operating systems
Networked PC systems
Integrity and honesty
Flexibility and adaptability
High productivity in volume tasks
Administrative capabilities
Enthusiasm for learning
Risk analysis
Computer Information System
Microsoft Office and general knowledge.
Sage300 ACCPAC application Software
Pastel Accounting Software
Conversant with the use of electronic mail and internet
Nrc
155346/91/1
References
Ms. Chama Chilambwe, Director Finance, Zambia Development Agency, Privatisation House, Nasser Road, P.O Box 30819, Lusaka, Lusaka, +260-977-621284, cchilambwe@gmail.com
Ms. Tembo Misozi, Accountant, Ministry Of Health, Levy Mwanawasa Hospital, Lusaka, Lusaka, +260-974-769400, misozit@yahoo.com
Mrs. Maureen Tonga, Head Teacher, David Kaunda National Technical Secondary School, P/B Rw 50013x, Lusaka, Lusaka, +260-975-016058
Hobbies and Interests
Reading Books
Sports (football, Volleyball and athletics)
Music (Guitar Playing)
Qualifications
2025, CA Advisory Professional in Accountancy, 2022, CA Application Advanced Diploma in Accountancy (Equiv. to a BSC.DEGREE as per ZQA), 2018, ZICA Diploma Level 2 Certificate, 2015, ZICA Technician Certificate, 2010, Grade 12 Certificate at Mukonchi High School Board, Pastel Accounting Certificate, Driver's Licence