Hospital Accountant

📢 VACANCY ALERT – Hospital Accountant (1 Post)

📍 Location: Pirimiti Hospital, Zomba

🏥 Employer: Pirimiti Hospital

📅 Closing Date: 10th March 2026

Position Details

Job Title: Accountant

Grade: I

Department: Finance & Administration

Reporting To: Hospital Director

Supervises: Senior Assistant Accountant, Assistant Accountant & Cashiers

Job Summary

The Accountant will manage hospital financial operations, ensure accurate reporting, statutory compliance, VAT processes, payroll oversight, budgeting, internal controls, and safeguard hospital financial resources.

Key Responsibilities

✔ Financial management & reporting (monthly, quarterly & annual statements)

✔ Revenue & receivables management (billing, insurance claims follow-ups)

✔ Expenditure & payables management

✔ Payroll & statutory compliance (PAYE, pension, tax returns)

✔ Budgeting & financial planning

✔ Internal controls & audit coordination

✔ Cash flow management & forecasting

✔ Record keeping & compliance

🎓 Qualifications & Experience

✔ Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field

✔ ACCA, CIMA or CPA (added advantage)

✔ Minimum 3 years’ relevant experience (hospital/healthcare preferred)

✔ Strong Excel & accounting software skills

✔ Knowledge of GAAP & Malawi health system

Skills Required

✔ Leadership & analytical skills

✔ Strong communication & customer care skills

✔ Problem-solving ability

✔ Professional presentation & time management

📩 How to Apply

Submit your application letter, CV, copies of certificates & 3 traceable referees to:

📮 The Hospital Director

Pirimiti Hospital

P.O. Box 120, Zomba

📧 Email: pirimiti@chamunits.org.mw

📧 Copy: novamacnovance@gmail.com

⚠️ Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

🚫 The hospital does not accept bribes or gifts during recruitment