Accountant

We invite applications from suitably qualified, and experienced candidates for the following positions that have fallen vacant:

ACCOUNTATNT

Location: Zomba

The Accountant (ACC) reports to the Finance and Administration Manager and is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, ensure regulatory compliance and support strategic decision-making thorough timely, high-quality financial reporting.

Key Accountabilities:

1. 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.
2. Analyze accounting records, financial statements, and management reports to assess completeness, accuracy, and conformance to internal policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
3. Conduct monthly budget vs. actual performance analysis, identify significant variances, investigate root causes, and provide actionable recommendations to management.
4. Support financial forecasting, scenario modeling, and strategic planning initiatives as requested
5. 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.
6. Review expense claims, vendor invoices, and payment vouchers for accuracy, budget availability, and policy compliance prior to processing.
7. Compute, remit and file all statutory deductions and tax returns accurately and within regulatory deadlines.
8. Monitor accounts receivable, follow up on outstanding invoices, and enforce credit control policies to minimize bad debt and improve cash collection cycles.
9. 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.
10. Process and verify payroll calculations, ensure accurate and timely salary disbursements in compliance with labor laws and organizational policies.
11. Review procurement requests and contracts for budget alignment and financial policy compliance in liaison with the Procurement Officer.
12. Perform other relevant duties assigned by MAREN management that align with the role’s scope and organizational objectives.

Qualifications and Experience

A suitable candidate shall have:

• Have a bachelor’s degree in accounting or related fields from a recognized institution. Those with professional qualifications on top of the first degree will have added advantage.
• Be a registered member and in good standing with the Malawi Accountants Board (MAB) through the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Malawi (ICAM)
• Have at least 3 years’ work experience in a similar position in a busy environment
• Be able to work with minimum supervision
• Have ability to work under pressure
• Have ability to work as part of a diverse and inclusive team
• Have high degree of integrity and professionalism

Employment Term 

3-year contract, renewable based on performance.

REMUNERATION

The positions above come with a competitive compensation and benefits package in accordance with MAREN’s existing structure of benefits.

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants are invited to submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and names and contact details of three traceable referees to the following link:https://forms.gle/63qfLUHJFPtTEF15A

Closing date for applications is midday of 22 May 2026