Accountant at Independent Broadcasting Authority (IBA)

JOB OPPORTUNITY

The Independent Broadcasting Authority (IBA) is a statutory body under the Ministry of Information and Media, established under the IBA Act No. 17 of 2002, as amended in 2010 and 2017. The principal mandate of the IBA is to regulate the broadcasting sector in Zambia.

1. ACCOUNTANT

2. JOB PURPOSE

Responsible for handling the financial records of the Authority, manage receipts and payments and ensure compliance with statutory obligations.

4. ESSENTIAL/DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

a) Professional Qualifications:

• School certificate or its equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in accountancy or Full ACCA or Full CIMA from a recognised University/Institution.
• Member of ZICA or ACCA or CIMA.

b) Minimum Relevant Work Experience:

• 3 years’ post qualification work experience
• In-depth understanding of sage accounting system, Microsoft Excel and other accounting software

c) Skill Requirements

• Budgeting.
• Planning.
• Sound computing.
• Preparation of financial report.
• Maintaining Asset Register.
• Maintaining books of Account.
• Maintaining accountable document.
• Assessment.
• Internet banking.
• Payroll administration.
• Handling Auditing question.
• Risk Management.
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet tight deadlines.

d) Personal Attributes:

• High standards of integrity and morality
• High levels of interest in accounting
• Willing to learn new skills.
• Reliable and trustworthy person.

5. WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Office work environment.
• Use of computers and other office equipment.
•  Concentration and analysis.
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet tight deadlines.

The closing date for receiving applications is 25th March 2025.

Interested candidates can access full job descriptions and requirements on the Authority’s website: www.iba.org.zm

All applicants that shall be shortlisted to attend interviews, will be required to come with the original certificates to gather with validation document for each certificate from Zambia Qualification Authority (ZAQA).

Applications should be addressed to/ delivered and placed in the Tender Box at the IBA Offices to:

The Director General
The Independent Broadcasting Authority (IBA)
Mass Media Complex
Alick Nkhata Road
P. O. Box 32475
LUSAKA
ZAMBIA

Applications can be sent by mail to the above address or hand delivered and placed in the Tender Box at the IBA Offices or sent via Email: [email protected]