Church Accountant

Kaning'a CCAP

KANING’A CCAP CONGREGATION  

VACANCY FOR THE POSITION OF CHURCH ACCOUNTANT

REPORTING TO: CHURCH ADMINISTRATOR

JOB TYPE: Three-year contract subject to renewal depending on performance

POSITION FUNCTION (PURPOSE):

The accountant will be responsible for managing the financial transactions of the church so that all income, expenses, assets, liabilities and fund balances are accurately controlled and reported.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

The major duties and tasks of this job are.

  1. Receipting and recording weekly offerings/contributions to the main account and development account using the church’s accounting system.
  2. Authorizing payment vouchers for payments before final approval.
  3. Ensure that all requisitions have budget allocations.
  4. Updating the cash books daily.
  5. Prepare monthly bank reconciliation statements by 10th of each month,
  6. Carrying out banking activities.
  7. Preparing monthly payroll and payment of salaries
  8. Preparing daily, monthly and annual reconciliations.
  9. Maintaining and managing petty cash books daily.
  10. Preparing settlement of utility bills e.g. water, electricity, telephones
  11. Maintaining an up-to-date backup of all electronic files
  12. Preparing monthly and quarterly financial reports for Session meetings.
  13. Assisting the Treasurer in formulating budgets which includes cash flow projections,
  14. Preparing year-end financial reports for annual meetings by 31st May, each year.
  15. Preparing for and cooperate with those appointed to perform yearly audit of financial records.
  16. Ensure that all transactions are processed in the church’s accounting system.
  17. Any other duties.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Degree in Accountancy from a recognized accountancy professional body.
  • Registered with the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Malawi (ICAM)

EXPERIENCE

  • Not less than 5 years’ experience in a busy environment; at least two of which must be with a single employer.

 KEY COMPENTENCIES/ATTRIBUTES AND SKILLS:

  1. A demonstrated Christian faith commitment.
  2. Proven abilities to prepare and maintain final accounts.
  3. Demonstrated proficiency in computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel.
  4. Practical experience in the design and implementation of computerized accounting systems such as Sage Pastel, QuickBooks Sun Systems etc.
  5. Commendable track record working in a competitive and challenging environment.
  6. A commitment to good interpersonal relationships, teamwork and support of church ministries.
  7. Planning and analytical skills, diagnostic and problem-solving skills, initiative and ability to implement solutions.
  8. Initiative, resourcefulness, integrity, hard-working spirit, and ability to delegate responsibility.
  9. A commitment to confidentiality regarding all account’s records for the church, staff and the members.
  10. A commitment to work on Sundays.
  11. Be an innovative team player.

Interested applicants are required to submit their application letters and curriculum vitae with phone numbers and at least three traceable referees and relevant copies of certificates to: Mrs. Rose. D. Mazengera, Session Clerk, Kaning’a CCAP, Area 47, P.O Box 31339, Lilongwe 3; email (rosemazengera@yahoo.com). Application letters to be received not later than Monday 25th  November 2024.