Mar 25, 2013

Vacancy: Capital Projects Accountant

Zimbabwe Power Company is the leading generator of electrical energy in Zimbabwe and supplies the bulk of the nation’s electrical power requirements from its five power stations. The company is inviting suitably qualified and motivated candidates for the following vacant position based at Head Office.


Capital Projects Accountant (Ref: ZPCH002/03/13)


The Position
Reporting to the Finance Director the key purpose of this position is to maintain accurate cash flow data both current and forecasted as compared to projected cash flow assumed in the financial model.

Key Performance Areas
Creates project accounts in the accounting system
Maintains project related records including contracts and change orders
Authorises access to project accounts and transfer of expenses into and out of project-related accounts
Reviews and approves supplier invoices and time sheets for work related to a project
Reviews account totals related to project assets and expenses
Investigates project variances and submit variance reports to managements
Reports to management regarding the remaining funding available for projects
Closes out project accounts upon project completion
Creates and submit government reports and tax returns related to projects
Compiles information for internal and external auditors , as required

Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor of Accounting or related field plus 6 years relevant experience in Cost Accounting and Project Accounting
OR
Higher National Diploma in Accountancy plus 8years relevant experience in  Cost Accounting and Project Accounting
Substantial progress made in attaining a professional qualification such as ACCA, CIS, CIMA
The candidate should have strong computer skills

Applications from prospective candidates with detailed curriculum vitae and copies of certificates should be received by no later than 30March 2013 addressed to:-

The Human Resources Manager
Zimbabwe Power Company 
P.O.Box MP 274
Mt Pleasant
Harare

OR
The Human Resources Manager
Zimbabwe Power Company 
12Th Floor Megawatt House 
44 Samora Machel Avenue 
Harare