Assistant Accountant

Lilongwe Handling Company Limited (LIHACO)

VACANCY

Lilongwe Handling Company Limited (LIHACO) is a wholly Malawi Government owned commercial entity established in 2000. The core business of the company is to provide Airport Ground Handling and Travel Services to airlines and the travelling public at Chileka and Kamuzu International Airports. The Company is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the following a vacant position at the Head Office, Kamuzu International Airport.

Post: Assistant Accountant (LH 5)

Responsible to: Management Accountant

Main Duties

  • Raising invoices
  • Receipting and depositing cash and cheques
  • Posting receipts in the accounting system
  • Preparing and posting journals
  • Reconciling concession invoices, debtors accounts, staff Loans and withholding tax receivable accounts
  • Following up outstanding debts and withholding tax certificates
  • Compiling revenue returns for determination of concession fees
  • Submitting statements to debtors
  • Filing accounting documents
  • Preparing Audit schedules for external auditors
  • Ensure that resources are available for all safety and security operations

Education Qualification

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent obtained from an institution accredited by NCHE.

Work Experience

Minimum of three years in accounting and finance roles.

Abilities and Skills

SAGE 300

Ms. Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Attention to Detail

Analytical Skills

Method of application

 Applications which meet the above requirements should be submitted with a detailed up to date Curriculum Vitae (CVs) specifying qualifications, CERTIFIED COPIES CERTIFICATES, contact details and three traceable referees not later than 16th May 2025 to:

 The Chief Executive Officer

Lilongwe Handling Company

P.O. Box 89

LILONGWE

Only shortlisted applicants will be acknowledged and invited for interviews