Accounting Assistant

Accounting Assistant Employeur : Ivanhoe Mines DRC Lieu : Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of Congo Contrat annoncé : Permanent Fonction : Finance IVANHOE MINES DRC SARL (hereinafter “ IMD SARL ”) is a company operating in the Congolese mining sector, with offices in Lubumbashi (Province of Haut-Katanga) and the City-Province of Kinshasa in the Democratic Republic of Congo (hereinafter the “ DRC ”). IMD SARL is inviting qualified candidates, who are interested in this position. Play your part in our team succeeding... To provide accurate, timely and well-controlled accounting, petty cash and tax administration support to the Finance function. The role assists with routine accounting processes, tax compliance activities, document management and audit support, while ensuring that transactions are properly supported, recorded and processed in accordance with company procedures and applicable DRC requirements. Disclaimer - this role is not open to any third-party providers and any application received from a third-party will be considered as a direct application. You will have the following: Diploma or 3-year qualification in Accounting, Finance, Taxation or a related field. 1-3 years of relevant experience in accounting, finance administration, tax administration or a similar support role. Experience handling petty cash, reconciliations and supporting documents is preferred. Experience in the mining or industrial environment is advantageous. Fluency in French is required. Working knowledge of English is advantageous; Swahili is an additional asset. You will have advanced skills and knowledge in: Basic knowledge of accounting principles and financial controls. Basic understanding of DRC tax compliance and administrative procedures. Understanding of petty cash controls, reconciliations and supporting document requirements. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook. Experience with an ERP/accounting system such as JDE is advantageous. Ability to maintain accurate records and work with confidential information. Technical Skills should include: Basic budgeting Reporting and presentation MS Word MS Excel MS PowerPoint Outlook Your Key Performance Activities will include but not limited to: Process: Accounting and Finance Support Mapping of IFRS TB to OHADA for KICO, Kampemba, IMD, Ivanhoe Exploration; Preparation of OHADA financial statements (annual, half-yearly or quarterly and monthly) The finer details: When applying, please submit a PDF version of your CV together with certified copies (certification within a 3-month period) of your ID/passport, driver's license and qualifications. Should you not hear from us within 30 days of the closing date please consider your application unsuccessful.