Application deadline: 7 days left · 16 Nov 2026

Job description

VACANCY: SENIOR ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT (GRADE J)

Posted by Mvungi Job Master

Employer: Holy Family Mission Hospital

Duty Station: Phalombe, Malawi

Position Grade: J

Application Deadline: Monday, 16 November 2026

About the Opportunity

Holy Family Mission Hospital is inviting applications from suitably qualified and experienced individuals for the position of Senior Assistant Accountant (Grade J).

The successful candidate will support the hospital's financial management operations, including payroll administration, cash controls, bank reconciliation, financial reporting, budgeting and supervision of accounting personnel.

Key Responsibilities

1. Payroll and Payment Processing

Prepare and distribute payroll.
Prepare payment vouchers and cheques for authorised signatures.
Maintain accurate payroll and payment records.

2. Financial Records and Reconciliation

Reconcile bank statements and investigate discrepancies.
Maintain payment, receipt and salary cash books.
Support effective financial controls and accurate accounting records.

3. Financial Reporting and Budgeting

Assist in preparing institutional budgets.
Support quarterly budget reviews and financial reporting.
Monitor expenditure and provide financial advice to management.

4. Staff Supervision and Administration

Supervise accounts clerks and salaries clerks.
Support the effective functioning of the hospital's accounting operations.
Participate in procurement committee activities.

Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should possess:

Advanced Diploma in Financial Accounting, ICAM Knowledge Level or a related qualification.
A minimum of three (3) years of relevant work experience.
Practical skills in maintaining cash books, preparing payment vouchers and implementing internal financial controls.
A high level of integrity and professionalism.

Added Advantage: Bachelor's Degree in Financial Accounting.