Accounts Clerk

Good Nature Agro is a fast-growing social enterprise that works with small-scale farmers in Zambia to generate lasting income. Farmers in our program develop skills to manage their fields for long-term productivity and profitability, while growing for a guaranteed market. Interventions to deliver these results include a loan program for specific crops, a farmer-to-farmer training program with enterprising farmers receiving and disseminating training for crop commission, comprehensive tracking of practices and results, and Good Nature Agro’s role as a guaranteed market for farmers selling select crops. Good Nature Agro is a seed and crop marketing company that cultivates the small-scale farmer future by encouraging diversify to high-value crops like legumes. The Good Nature brand will be selling at both retail and wholesale across Zambia and neighboring countries. Good Nature Agro was founded in 2014 as a for-profit business. We are at an early stage and undergoing a period of exponential growth to hit our goal of working with more than 5,000 farmers in 5 years. We are looking for people that can grow with us and be a member of our high-impact, diverse team seeking solutions with our farmer clients. Applicants should be bold, ambitious, motivated and entrepreneurial. We are a growing team working in a close-knit environment with plenty of team cooking and collaborative lunch sessions.

Job Overview

• Good Nature Agro’s mandate is to generate lasting income with small scale farmers.
• To do this effectively, we must rely on large quantities of data and build and maintain mutually-beneficial relationships throughout the sector, country, and region.
• We are seeking an individual with an exceptional capacity to think analytically, organize processes for greater efficiency, and engage with stakeholders with grace and clarity.
• The Accounts assistant will be tasked with the work of making sure all internal accounting in Good Nature Agro’s operation runs in a smooth and timely manner.
• He / She will also be directly supervised by the Program Associate to handle accounts inputs, purchasing and Petty cash.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating the day-to-day operations of the Business Office including Account Receivables/Account Payables
• Controlling Receipting and Reconciling petty cash accounts
• Filling requisitions for all payment or purchases
• Tracking incoming invoices and expenses and dealing with accounts queries and service reimbursement
• Checking expenses against the most recent expense guidelines, correcting errors and communicating changes to claimants
• Logging and monitoring expenditure and providing reports on request
• Reviewing logistics and procurement expenditures
• Physical and electronic filling to ensure prompt, easy access for Audit support
• Maintaining and replenishing office supply inventory
• Local Travel and accommodation booking for Good Nature Agro staff
• Assisting in stock taking and counting
• Intangible Assets & Value

Applicants must be:

• Driven by Good Nature Agro’s mission, value and goals of generating lasting income with small-scale farmers
• Interested in continuous learning for self and dedicated to the same for their colleagues
• Transparent and accountable for all financial handling and actions
• Excellent collaborative and team skills
• Comfortable living and operating in rural environments with limited infrastructure
• Experience and Qualifications
• A certificate or higher level of education in Accounts, Business Administration and Management or a related field.
• Knowledge and experience in the field of accounts and cash handling
• Accreditation to accounts bodies and certification or a relevant technical field will be an added advantage
• Demonstrated leadership ability, Management or Operations experience
• Superior skills in data analysis, presentation and reporting
• Demonstrated business, technical and writing styles
• Excellent oral communication skills with ability to build and maintain relationships
• Ability to work independently to achieve individual and team goals consistently
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize work effectively

Compensation

• The role is minor and is suitable for people who want to jump start their career within and around Chipata.
• The role is paged K3,500 gross with a possibility of increase based on performance.

How to Apply

Interested individuals may send a letter indicating why they are interested and what motivates them. The letter should be accompanied by a Curriculum Vitae (not more than 2pages) and relevant legal qualifications. Send your application to: