Payables Accountant M/F

	Payables Accountant M/F

General informations

Zalawi Haulage Limited (Zalawi / Whitehorse) is a Zambian based company of Africa Global Logistics, a division of the MSC Group.  Zalawi was established in 1974 and is located on the Copperbelt region of Chingola district. It has developed its expertise over 50 years in road haulage and currently runs over 500 trucks on the corridor from Durban / Walvis Bay to the Copperbelt and Katanga region with a local work force of 600 astute professionals. It is one of the largest cross-border transportation companies operating in the southern region of Africa.

With over 50 years of experience and a fleet of more than 520 vehicles, we are committed to providing reliable and efficient transport services across borders. Join our team and be a part of a leading logistics company dedicated to excellence and innovation in the transportation industry.

Job description

Mission Description                      

We are seeking a detail-oriented and trustworthy Payables Accountant to support the Finance Department with timely, accurate processing and reconciliation of all Accounts Payable Transactions. The ideal candidate will be organized, diligent, and proactive in maintaining financial documentation in compliance with company policies and procedures.

 

Profile

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities
General Accounts Payable & Financial Processing.
• Timely and accurate processing for payable transactions
• Do monthly reconciliations of all account's payable suppliers.
• Resolve accounts payable queries
• Process prepaid accounts
• Allocate payments at month end.
• Prepare monthly provisions.
• Prepare forex re-evaluations for accounts payable.
• Balance accounts payable suspense account.
• Assist Finance manager to compile and balance forex accounts.
Reporting & Reconciliation
• Compile month end reports from accounting system.
• Reconcile supplier statements with company records in Syspro.
• Daily balance functions and GRN balance check.
Syspro and Supplier Management
• Receive, verify, and process supplier invoices and delivery notes in Syspro
• Maintain an up-to-date and accurate supplier database within Syspro.
• Assist with supplier vetting and onboarding processes.
• Track and monitor purchase orders and deliveries in Syspro to ensure timely fulfilment
• Communicate with suppliers regarding purchase orders, delivery schedules, and payment status
Administrative & Compliance Duties
• Support the Procurement Officer in preparing reports and documentation for management
• Maintain filing systems (physical and digital) for supplier documents in accordance with
company policy
• Ensure compliance with Zalawi's procurement and financial procedures.
• General administration and filing.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned by Line Manager.
Requirements
• Full Grade 12 School Certificate
• Degree in Accounting or its equivalent
• At least 2-3 years in a similar position, experience in Transport and Logistics organizations
will be an added advantage.
• Proven experience in using Syspro ERP systems for procurement and supplier management.
• Familiarity with procurement processes and supplier relationship management.
• Computer literacy (MS Office, particularly Excel; knowledge of other ERP/accounting
software will be an added advantage)