Principal Accountant

**DUE: 11 NOV 2026** PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTANT (TAX AND REPORTING) Mutare City Council **Job Summary** Preparation of financial statements monthly, quarterly and yearly Role: Middle Manager Department : FINANCE Grade: 12 Experience: 6-10 years Reports To: Assistant Finance Director **Qualifications & Requirements** 5 ‘O’ Levels including Maths and English Bachelor’s degree in accounting/equivalent At least 6 years’ experience in a similar environment Exposure to Local Authorities accounting systems will be an added advantage **Key Competencies** Ability to communicate effectively Ability to work effectively, both independently and within a team Ability to handle pressure and work with minimum supervision Professional ethics **Key Responsibilities** Preparation of financial statements monthly, quarterly and yearly Aligning financial statements’ conformity with legal requirements Reconcile checklists to ensure compliance with month-end procedures and also annual year procedures to facilitate full accruals and matching concepts Managing tax returns file Performs monthly tax reconciliations for all tax heads Develop and review implementation of accounting policies in line with IPSAS reporting framework Tracking changes in accounting standards Coordinating trainings in accounting standards Supervision of subordinates Performs any other duty within the scope of this job as may be assigned by the superiors from time to time **TO APPLY** Click here to apply