Accounting Officer

Job Title: Accounting Officer Job Location: Lusaka Company Name: People In Need Start date: Negotiable Application Close: 30 th October 2026 Position: Accounting Officer Location: Lusaka Department: Operations Line Manager: Finance Manager Validity: from October 19, 2026 People in Need ( www.peopleinneed.net ) works in Zambia since 2017 delivering lifesaving and development assistance to vulnerable people in the sectors of nutrition, livelihoods, WASH, environment and good governance. We are part of Alliance 2015, a strategic network of seven European non-governmental organizations engaged in humanitarian aid and development projects. Lear more here: www.alliance2015.org We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Position Summary The Accounting Officer (AO) supports daily financial operations by managing cash and banking transactions, processing payments, maintaining accurate financial records, and assisting with payroll administration. The role helps ensure compliance with internal controls and financial procedures through cash management, account reconciliations, financial verification, and timely follow-up on outstanding advances. Responsibilities Cash Management & Money Requests Acts as cashier of the Lusaka main cash boxes, including processing and settling advance requests for Lusaka staff while ensuring proper cash control and accountability Ensures sufficient cash and bank balances; performs weekly and quarterly cash counts and archives them in ELO Archives all relevant supporting documents in ELO Payments & Banking Operations Initiates payments as Bank Clerk/Payer Posts and reconciles bank statements Manages C-grate account, reconciles C-grate statements Conducts bank withdrawals and manages bank administration changes Monitors staff open advances and follows up with staff where required, oversees quarterly closing of open advances Monitors balances of Countr