CHILESHE KAPAMBWE CHIPAMPA
Lusaka
Summary
ACCA-qualified Finance professional with 10+ years’ experience in finance and accounting across donor-funded projects, NGOs, and institutional environments. Proven expertise in cash flow management, donor compliance, budgeting, financial reporting, imprest and advances management, payroll processing, and audit support. Strong working knowledge of IFRS with practical exposure to IPSAS-aligned reporting in project environments. Currently in the final year of an MBA, enhancing strategic, leadership, and organizational management capabilities. Experienced in reviewing work of other finance staff, guiding project officers, and maintaining robust internal controls in line with donor and organizational policies.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work history
Accounting Specialist
GIZ – Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GmbH)
Lusaka
2023.02 - 2026.03
- Process, post, and review accounting transactions ensuring complete supporting documentation and compliance with IFRS, donor rules, and internal controls.
- Prepare monthly financial statements, bank reconciliations, and management reports for multiple donor-funded projects.
- Monitor payables and receivables and provide analytical reports to support management decision-making.
- Support cash flow planning and ensure timely disbursement of funds for approved project activities.
- Coordinate internal control reviews and support internal and external audit processes.
- Review work prepared by other finance staff and provide technical guidance to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Project Accountant
GIZ – Agri-Food Cluster
Lusaka
2020.07 - 2023.01
- Managed project budgets, monitored expenditure, and ensured alignment with approved budgets and funding agreements.
- Administered imprests, activity advances, travel allowances, and retirements, ensuring timely accountability.
- Managed supplier payments, payroll-related project costs, and maintained accurate financial records.
- Performed regular bank reconciliations and maintained accurate cash books.
- Prepared donor and internal financial reports in line with EU donor requirements and organizational policies.
- Provided financial guidance to project officers and non-finance staff to strengthen compliance and financial stewardship.
Accounts Assistant – Management Accounting
ZCAS University / ZCAS
Lusaka
2016.10 - 2020.07
- Supported preparation of management accounts, receivables and payables reconciliations.
- Managed fixed asset registers, conducted quarterly stock takes, and supported payroll processing for short-term staff.
- Assisted with budget monitoring and expenditure analysis.
- Supported internal and external audits through preparation of schedules and documentation.
Accountant
Memory Business Solutions
Lusaka
2015.09 - 2016.09
- Prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts for multiple clients.
- Ensured statutory compliance (VAT, PAYE, Income Tax).
- Supervised petty cash, payroll, and administrative finance functions.
- Recommended and implemented internal control improvements.
Assistant Accountant
Ferngroove Business Consultants
Lusaka
2013.11 - 2014.06
- Prepared management accounts, payroll, and bank reconciliations.
- Supported VAT, PAYE, and statutory compliance.
- Assisted clients with cost control and financial efficiency initiatives.
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Final Year
ZCAS University
Lusaka, ZambiaACCA - undefined
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
Bachelor of Arts in Accounting -
ZCAS University
Lusaka, Lusaka ProvinceCertified Accounting Technician (CAT) Diploma - undefined
ZCAS
Lusaka, ZambiaIGCSE -
Crescent High School
Lobatse, BotswanaSkills
- Financial Reporting (Monthly, Quarterly & Annual)
- IFRS Compliance & IPSAS Exposure
- Donor Financial Management (EU-funded projects)
- Budget Preparation, Monitoring & Control
- Cash Flow Planning & Fund Disbursement
- Imprest & Advances Administration and Retirement
- Bank & General Ledger Reconciliations
- Payments Management (Suppliers & Payroll)
- Fixed Asset Register Management
- Internal Controls, Risk & Compliance Support
- Internal & External Audit Coordination
- Accounting Systems: Sage Evolution, Advanced Excel
- Staff Supervision, Review & Financial Guidance to Project Officers
Languages
Excellent written and spoken English
Intermediate
Basic spoken French
Beginner
REFEREES
Available on request
Affiliations
- ACCA Member
- ZICA Member
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
High integrity, attention to detail, and strong analytical skills
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Accounting Specialist
GIZ – Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GmbH)
2023.02 - 2026.03
Project Accountant
GIZ – Agri-Food Cluster
2020.07 - 2023.01
Accounts Assistant – Management Accounting
ZCAS University / ZCAS
2016.10 - 2020.07
Accountant
Memory Business Solutions
2015.09 - 2016.09
Assistant Accountant
Ferngroove Business Consultants
2013.11 - 2014.06
ACCA - undefined
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
Certified Accounting Technician (CAT) Diploma - undefined
ZCAS
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Final Year
ZCAS University
Bachelor of Arts in Accounting -
ZCAS University
IGCSE -
Crescent High School