JOB ADVERTISEMENT
Sekhametsi Investment Consortium (SMIC) invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the following positions:
JOB TITLE: Assistant Accountant
REPORTS TO: Accountant
CONTRACT DURATION: Permanent up to retirement age
NUMBER OF POSITIONS: 1
LOCATION: Maseru
Primary Purpose of the Position
The Assistant Accountant will support SMIC’s financial operations and reporting activities to ensure compliance, accuracy, and timeliness. This role is critical in managing financial data, assisting with statutory returns, and maintaining proper internal controls.
Main Duties
- Assist in preparation of financial statements and reports.
- Manage processing and filing of financial transactions and update share registers.
- Record all income, cash, and cheque payments and follow up on collections.
- Prepare and process supplier and other statutory returns to RSL.
- Liaise with auditors and external stakeholders.
- Support the development of financial systems and reconciliations.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date administrative tasks.
Core Competencies
- Knowledge of Sage One and Draftworx or related accounting software.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Accuracy and attention to detail.
- Team player with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Qualification and Experience Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- At least 3–5 years of accounting experience (preferably in investment or financial services).
- Membership to the Lesotho Institute of Accountants (LIA) in good standing.
Remuneration
- SMIC offers a competitive and market-related package.
Working Conditions
- Office bound/on-site/travel.
- A valid driver’s license is required.
- The position involves travel within Lesotho and occasionally to other countries.
Submission of Applications
Interested candidates must submit the following documents:
- Cover Letter,
- Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV),
- Certified copies of certificates and transcripts,
- National Identity Card (ID),
- Contact details (cellphone and email) of three referees.
Send applications to: [email protected]
OR hand deliver to:
Institute of Development Management (IDM)
Plot 129, Moshoeshoe Road, Maseru
P.O. Box 1318, Maseru 100, Lesotho
Closing Date: 7th November 2025
Contact Details: (+266) 2231 2868
Disclaimers
- Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- Interviews will be scheduled with shortlisted candidates only.
- SMIC reserves the right to withdraw an advertised position.
- Successful candidates will undergo background and reference checks.