Accounting Officer

Job Description

The Medical Laboratory and Clinical Scientists Council of Zimbabwe
(MLCSCZ) is a statutory body established in terms of Part IX,
Section 49 of the Health Professions Act [Chapter 27:19]. Its
mandate is to promote and safeguard public health in Zimbabwe by
regulating the practice of the medical laboratory profession through
registration, education, and the maintenance of professional and ethical standards that guide and uphold the integrity of the profession.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for the position of Accounts Officer
at the Medical Laboratory and Clinical Scientists Council of Zimbabwe
(MLCSCZ) Administration Offices. The successful candidate will be responsible for financial management functions and will report directly to the Registrar/Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

Duties and Responsibilities

 Prepare annual financial statements in line with applicable
accounting standards.
 Prepare monthly management accounts and other financial
performance reports.
 Assist during internal and external audits by providing required
documentation and support.
 Oversee the administrative operations of the Finance Department.
 Ensure timely filing of statutory returns (ZIMRA, NSSA, etc.).
 Manage payroll administration and related reconciliations.
 Interpret the organisation’s financial results for management and
recommend improvement measures.
 Perform additional analyses and prepare reports as requested by
management.
 Conduct general ledger, bank and payroll reconciliations
 Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the
Registrar/Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree in Accounting
• CIS/ACCA added advantage
• High accuracy and numeracy level
• Financial and business acumen
• Effective oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Critical and analytical thinking
• Excellent knowledge of Sage Pastel Evolution and Berlina payroll system

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their applications with detailed CV,
certified copies of academic and professional qualifications by Friday
24TH October 2025 to:
The Registrar
Medical Laboratory & Clinical Scientists Council of Zimbabwe
71 Suffolk Road
Avondale West
Harare
Alternatively, applications may be submitted via email to
[email protected] on or before end of day, 24 October 2025.
Please ensure to indicate “ACCOUNTS OFFICER VACANCY” in the
email subject line. The Medical Laboratory and Clinical Scientists Council
of Zimbabwe (MLCSCZ) is an equal-opportunity employer, and women
are strongly encouraged to apply

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Location: Harare
Company: Medical Laboratory & Clinical Scientists Council of Zimbabwe
Expiry Date: 2025-10-24 00:00:00