Accountant (Grade C3)

The Zimbabwe Independent Complaints Commission (ZICC) invites applications from suitably qualified, ethical and results-oriented candidates for the position below. It is one of thirty (30) positions, comprising thirty-five (35) posts, advertised in the Commission's External Circular No. 1 of 2026 (reference ZICC/HR2/2026), issued on 21 October 2026. The Commission offers competitive public sector remuneration commensurate with qualifications and experience, and meaningful professional growth in a national oversight institution.

The Commission is the independent mechanism required by section 210 of the Constitution of Zimbabwe, established under the Zimbabwe Independent Complaints Commission Act [Chapter 10:34]. It receives and investigates complaints from members of the public about misconduct by members of the security services, and provides for the remedying of harm caused by such misconduct. Its core values are Independence, Justice, Truth, Transparency and Integrity.

Position 18: ACCOUNTANT (1 post).

Reference: ZICC/HR2/2026/18. Grade: C3. Reports to: Chief Accountant. Employment: permanent. Duty station: Head Office, Harare. Closing: 30 October 2026, 16:30 CAT.

Purpose of the position

Perform financial accounting, ledger maintenance, reconciliations, payment processing and financial reporting in accordance with the Public Finance Management Act [Chapter 22:19] and IPSAS.

Key performance areas

• Ledger Maintenance: process transactions in the SAP/Sage Evolution systems; maintain accounts payable, accounts receivable and fixed asset registers accurately.
• Reconciliations: perform monthly bank reconciliations for Sub-PMG accounts, reconcile supplier statements to purchase orders and investigate discrepancies.
• Budget Execution and Variance Analysis: consolidate departmental budget bids, track expenditure against cash allocations and compile monthly budget variance reports.
• Payment Verification and Disbursement: examine payment vouchers for supporting documentation, calculate tax withholdings and execute approved electronic payment runs.
• Statutory Returns and Audit Schedules: prepare monthly closure certificates, VAT and PAYE returns, and working schedules for internal and external auditors.

Qualifications and experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Banking and Finance or a recognised equivalent (or progress through the professional stages of ACCA or CIMA).
• Minimum of one (1) year of post-qualification accounting experience in the Public Sector, with practical exposure to the Public Finance Management Act [Chapter 22:19] and IPSAS.

How to apply: a separate application is required for each position. Each application must contain, in this order: (1) an application letter stating the position applied for and its reference number (ZICC/HR2/2026/18 - Accountant); (2) a detailed curriculum vitae with complete employment history and dates; (3) certified copies of the National Identity Document and Birth Certificate; (4) certified copies of academic and professional certificates and academic transcripts; (5) certified copies of current professional registrations and practising certificates where the position requires them (Council of Social Workers, Allied Health Practitioners Council of Zimbabwe, Law Society of Zimbabwe, PAAB/ICAZ, Traffic Safety Council of Zimbabwe); and (6) the names of at least three (3) professional referees, with verifiable telephone numbers and email addresses.

By email: send to [email protected] with the position title and reference number (Accountant - ZICC/HR2/2026/18) in the subject line and all documents attached as PDF files.

By hand delivery or registered post: in a sealed envelope clearly marked "VACANCY: Accountant - REF: ZICC/HR2/2026/18", addressed to The Human Resources Department, Zimbabwe Independent Complaints Commission, First Mutual Building, 99 Jason Moyo Avenue, Harare, Zimbabwe.

Applications must be received by 16:30 hours (CAT) on Friday 30 October 2026. Late, incomplete or incorrectly marked applications will not be considered.

The Commission is an equal opportunity employer committed to gender equity, diversity and non-discrimination. Qualified women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to background checks, verification of academic and professional credentials, and standard state security vetting. Canvassing in any form, direct or indirect, will result in immediate disqualification. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted; applicants who have not heard from the Commission within thirty (30) days of the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.

Personal information submitted will be used solely for this recruitment process and handled in accordance with the Cyber and Data Protection Act [Chapter 12:07].