Accountant – Refund Analytics – Zra05 (X3)

Zambia Revenue Authority Job Vacancy In line with our corporate priorities aimed at ensuring optimization of revenue collection and increased tax compliance on one hand and the need to effectively manage the numerous challenges and opportunities in the fast changing business environment on the other, we are seeking highly motivated, result-oriented and well-qualified and experienced professionals to fill the following vacancies in ZRA.

Reporting directly to the Senior Accountant – Analytics, the job holder will be responsible for turning refund data into information for business decisions.

Main Duties/Accountabilities

Analyse tax refunds data

Interpret data and analyse results using statistical techniques and provide ongoing reports

Develop and implement databases, data collection systems, data analytics and other strategies that optimize statistical efficiency and quality

Acquire data from primary or secondary data sources (e.g. Tax on line, Asycuda world) and manipulate it into useful reports

Identify, analyse, and interpret trends or patterns in complex data sets

Filter and “clean” data by reviewing computer reports, printouts, and performance indicators to locate and report problems

Work with management to prioritize business and information needs

Locate and define new process improvement opportunities

Keep abreast of relevant tax laws, ZRA policies and procedures.

Requirements

Grade Twelve School Certificate 1 General Certificate of Education (GCE) Equivalent

BS/BA Degree in Mathematics, Economics, Accountancy, Computer Science, Information Management or Statistics

Minimum of three years relevant work experience as a data analyst or in a similar role

Skills And Attributes

High levels of Integrity

Analytical skills

Interpersonal and influencing skills

Report writing skills

Presenting skills

Supervisory Skills

How to apply

Only candidates who meet the above role specifications and competencies should apply enclosing their detailed CVs, photocopies of their academic/ professional qualifications and any other relevant documentation in support of the application. Daytime and reachable telephone and/or mobile numbers should be clearly stated.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted,

Director - Human Resource,

Zambia Revenue Authority,

PO Box 35710,

Lusaka.