Application deadline: 2 days left · 22 Oct 2026
Job description
POSTED BY MVUNGI JOB MASTER
JOB VACANCY: ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT
Company: Office World
Location: Lilongwe, Malawi
About the Opportunity
Office World is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates for the position of Accounts Assistant.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate financial records and accounting entries.
- Process invoices, receipts, payment vouchers and expense claims.
- Record daily financial transactions in the accounting system.
- Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable.
- Prepare and process supplier payments.
- Reconcile bank statements, cashbooks and other financial records.
- Manage petty cash and maintain supporting documentation.
- Follow up outstanding customer payments.
- Verify invoices and supporting documents before processing payments.
- Assist with monthly financial reports and accounting schedules.
- Support tax documentation and statutory submissions.
- Investigate discrepancies in financial records.
- Assist with internal and external audits.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting procedures and relevant regulations.
- Monitor expenses and identify errors or unusual transactions.
- Maintain accurate electronic and physical accounting records.
- Coordinate with Finance, Procurement, Warehouse and other departments.
- Perform other accounting and administrative duties assigned by management.
Skills and Competencies
- Good knowledge of accounting principles and financial procedures.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and accounting software.
- Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Understanding of bank reconciliations, petty cash, accounts payable and accounts receivable.
- Ability to handle confidential information and maintain accurate records.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- High integrity, accuracy, accountability and professionalism.
- Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
How to Apply
Submit your cover letter and CV to:
Email: hrll@officeworldmw.com
Alternatively, deliver your application by hand to:
Office World, Maula Mall, Lilongwe.
Applications are being reviewed as they are received due to the urgency of recruitment. No specific application deadline was provided, so interested candidates are encouraged to apply early.
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