On 1st November 2019, African Parks signed an agreement with the Zimbabwean government for the management mandate for Matusadona National Park prompting the registartion of Matusadona Conservation Trust MCT. MCT is therefore looking for suitable individuals to fill up the position of Financial Accountant. The successful candidate will be required to live at Tashinga Head Quarters in Matusadona National Park. The right candidate will be responsible for assisting the Financial Controller in running the financial services for Matusadona Conservation Trust as outlined under the scope of work. They will do this in accordance with APN policy and in compliance with fiscal, legal and statutory requirements of Zimbabwe. The period of Engagement shall be 3 months with the possibility to renew.. Accounting and Reporting • Supervise the recording, classifying and summarizing of the financial transactions of the park and ensuring the proper update and maintenance of the accounts to ensure that the accounting system provides the basis for an efficient financial information system for both internal and external users and that it is compliant with internationally accepted accounting principles, legal and statutory requirements of the country (Zimbabwe)• Ensure the timeliness of required financial reports to project managers, donors, government partners, Financial Controller – Matusadona and APN2. Treasury and Cash Management • Prepare monthly cash flow projections and monitor the continued availability of funds to cover the requirements of the project• Review and ensure that disbursements are properly supported with relevant evidential documentation • Ensure that cash and bank balances are reconciled with the records maintained.3. Planning, Budgeting and Forecasting Reporting • Assist in the planning and budgeting for the project.• Review and monitor budget performance and provide recommendations • Provide cost data of the various resource inputs to project personnel to enable them prepare and update budgets4. Internal Control Environment • Continuously review the adequacy of internal controls to ensure the provision of accurate and timely financial information, protection of assets and adherence to policies, systems and procedures.5. Payroll • Ensure that the systems and procedures are in place to enable accurate preparation and disbursement of the payroll in compliance with statutory requirements6. Due Diligence and Audit • Assist in preparing for Audits.1. ACCA, CIMA Finalist2. Post Graduate qualification in an Accounting of Finance discipline from an internationally recognised institution3. At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in project finance and accounting4. Must be a Member of a local Accounting BoardTo apply, please email your CV and cover letter to hr.matusadona@africanparks.org by 24th December 2021