About the Role
MAREN is seeking a qualified and experienced Accountant to join their team in Zomba. The Accountant will report to the Finance and Administration Manager and be responsible for ensuring accurate financial record-keeping, regulatory compliance, and providing timely, high-quality financial reports to support strategic decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, cash flow statement) and supporting schedules in accordance with applicable accounting standards and MAREN policies.
- Analyze accounting records, financial statements, and management reports to assess completeness, accuracy, and conformance to internal policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Conduct monthly budget vs. actual performance analysis, identify significant variances, investigate root causes, and provide actionable recommendations to management.
- Support financial forecasting, scenario modeling, and strategic planning initiatives as requested.
- Maintain the general ledger, including preparation of adjusting journal entries, account reconciliations, and execution of month-end and year-end close processes within defined timelines.
- Review expense claims, vendor invoices, and payment vouchers for accuracy, budget availability, and policy compliance prior to processing.
- Compute, remit, and file all statutory deductions and tax returns accurately and within regulatory deadlines.
- Monitor accounts receivable, follow up on outstanding invoices, and enforce credit control policies to minimize bad debt and improve cash collection cycles.
- Maintain a comprehensive Fixed Assets Register, including depreciation calculations, capitalization of new assets, tracking of disposals/transfers, and coordination of periodic physical asset verification exercises.
- Process and verify payroll calculations, ensure accurate and timely salary disbursements in compliance with labor laws and organizational policies.
- Review procurement requests and contracts for budget alignment and financial policy compliance in liaison with the Procurement Officer.
- Perform other relevant duties assigned by MAREN management that align with the role’s scope and organizational objectives.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field from a recognized institution. Professional qualifications are an advantage.
- Registered member in good standing with the Malawi Accountants Board (MAB) through the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Malawi (ICAM).
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience in a similar position within a busy environment.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Capacity to perform effectively under pressure.
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively within a diverse and inclusive team.
- High degree of integrity and professionalism.
Employment Term
This is a 3-year contract position, renewable based on performance.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact details of three traceable referees. Applications should be submitted through the provided link: https://forms.gle/63qfLUHJFPtTEF15A. The closing date for applications is midday on May 22, 2026.