- Senior Accountant
- Malawi Environment Protection Authority (MEPA)
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- Senior Accountant
- Malawi Environment Protection Authority (MEPA)
- Lilongwe
- Full time
- Closed
- Free
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- Job Description
- VACANCIES
The Malawi Environment Protection Authority (MEPA) was established by Section 7 (1) of the Environment Management Act (EMA) of 2017 as the principal agency for the protection and management of the environment and sustainable utilization of natural resources. MEPA coordinates, monitors, supervises and consults with all relevant stakeholders on all activities relating to the utilization and management of the environment and natural resources.
MEPA is inviting applications from suitable, highly qualified, experienced and motivated candidates to fill the following vacancies tenable at its Secretariat at MEPA House, Nkhalango Street, City Centre, Lilongwe:
- FINANCE DIVISION
- Job Title. : Senior Accountant
- Grade : ME4
- Reporting to : Finance Manager
- Responsible for. : Accountant
Purpose of the Job:
To manage financial and accounting services for effective and efficient utilization of financial resources in the Authority
- Key duties and responsibilities
Overseeing the preparation of annual financial budget for the Authority in liaison with heads of divisions;
- Preparing periodic financial reports for submission to management;
- Monitoring and controlling expenditure to ensure adherence to budget and procedures;
- Ensuring proper approvals for all payments;
- Facilitating and monitoring bank transfers and payments;
- Leading in the preparation and implementation of audits and facilitate responses to audit queries;
- Managing the finance section and resources allocated to it; and
Advising management on prudent utilisation of resources and government financial regulations.
- Requirements
Person Specifications:
- Minimum Qualifications and Work Experience
Master’s degree in Accounting /Finance from an accredited institution recognized by National Council of Higher Education (NCHE), with at least three (4) years’ experience in a similar position.
- A member of ICAM
A professional qualification such as: ACCA, CIMA, and ACA would be an added advantage.
A minimum of four (4) years’ experience in a similar position.
- Additional Skills and Abilities
- Good knowledge of financial management
Proficient skills in Microsoft Office (MS Word, Excel and Access).
- Strong analytical skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
Working knowledge of accounting packages such as Accpac, SAGE etc.
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
Ability to work in a team with leadership skills for coaching and developing employees.
- Mature and good communicator with adequate negotiating skills