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Simply Accounts Ltd
Livingstone Office
Job Title: Assistant Accountant
Location: Livingstone, Zambia
Reports To: UK Head Office
About Simply Accounts Ltd
Simply Accounts Ltd is a professional accounting and business advisory firm operating in
the UK, with a support office in Zambia. We provide bookkeeping, statutory accounts, tax
compliance, and advisory services to small and medium-sized businesses, working to UK
professional and regulatory standards.
To support our UK operations, we are recruiting an Assistant Accountant for our
Livingstone office to work closely with the UK team on client accounting work.
Role Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented Assistant Accountant with solid bookkeeping experience
and exposure to accounts preparation within a practice environment. The role involves
supporting UK-based clients and accountants by maintaining accurate records and assisting
with the preparation of management and year-end accounts.
Training will be provided on UK-specific processes, software, and standards where
required.
Key Responsibilities
 Maintain accurate bookkeeping records for UK-based clients across multiple sectors
 Process purchase invoices, sales invoices, expense claims, and bank transactions
 Perform bank reconciliations and maintain control accounts, including VAT and payroll
controls
 Prepare journals for accruals, prepayments, depreciation, and other routine
adjustments
 Maintain nominal, sales, and purchase ledgers
 Assist with preparation of management accounts, including profit and loss and balance
sheet schedules
 Support preparation of year-end statutory accounts
 Prepare working papers and supporting schedules for review by UK accountants
 Assist with VAT returns, including data checks, reconciliations, and submission support
 Support basic tax computations and corporation tax working papers as instructed
 Process weekly and monthly payrolls, including timesheets, pay calculations, and
reports
 Respond to internal queries from clients and provide timely accounting support
 Ensure client files are maintained accurately and in line with internal quality control
procedures
 Work to agreed deadlines and follow documented workflows and checklists
Candidate Requirements
Essential
 Minimum 2 years’ experience in accounting or bookkeeping
 Experience in an accounting practice or similar professional environment
 Strong understanding of double-entry bookkeeping principles
 Working knowledge of Xero and/or QuickBooks or other accounting software an
advantage
 Competent user of Microsoft Excel
 High level of accuracy and attention to detail
 Good written and verbal communication skills
Desirable
 Degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
 Progress toward or interest in AAT, ZICA, or ACCA
 A strong work ethic
What We Offer
 Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
 Direct support role to a UK accounting practice
 Structured onboarding and role-specific training
 Professional and well-defined working environment
 Stable role with clear responsibilities
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit:
• A current CV, and
• A brief cover letter outlining relevant experience
Email: [email protected]
Subject: Assistant Accountant – Livingstone Office

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