Stanley Jamba

Accomplished Finance and Accounting professional with over 18 years of progressive experience in financial management, accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, general ledger management, reconciliations, expenditure monitoring, audit coordination, treasury, payroll, and internal controls across government institutions, international NGOs, donor-funded programmes, utilities, education, and the private sector. Experienced in maintaining accurate financial records, preparing timely financial reports, monitoring project expenditure, strengthening financial controls, supporting audits, and providing reliable financial information for management decision-making. Demonstrated strengths in general ledger reconciliations, journal processing, budget monitoring, project financial administration, compliance, audit support, and stakeholder engagement.

Recognised for analytical capability, integrity, attention to detail, problem solving, and strong financial governance. Demonstrated expertise in supporting donor-funded projects, ensuring strict compliance with donor regulations, organisational policies, and statutory requirements. Experienced in managing annual budgets of approximately R9–10 million, preparing accurate and timely financial reports, monitoring project expenditure, strengthening financial controls, and supporting successful internal and external audits.

Proven ability to lead and supervise finance teams while promoting accountability, efficiency, and high standards of financial governance. Recognised for strong analytical capability, integrity, attention to detail, and the ability to build effective working relationships with management, donors, auditors, and external stakeholders. Adept at delivering reliable financial insights that support strategic decision-making and organisational performance.

Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting (MANCOSA) and committed to continuous professional development through engagement with leading accounting bodies.

Finance Officer - International Training & Education Center for Health (I-TECH) South Africa

(2014-01 - 2019-12)

Provided comprehensive financial management and accounting support for donor-funded health programmes, ensuring compliance with organisational policies, donor regulations, and statutory requirements. Played a key role in budgeting, financial reporting, expenditure monitoring, internal controls, and audit coordination while supporting programme managers in achieving financial and compliance objectives.

• Prepared monthly management accounts, financial reports, and supporting schedules for management review and informed decision-making.
• Monitored project budgets and expenditure to support efficient utilisation of funds in line with approved budgets and donor requirements.
• Supported financial management of donor-funded programmes and compliance with donor regulations and internal financial policies.
• Managed accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, supporting timely supplier payments and accurate transaction recording.
• Performed monthly bank, cash, and general ledger reconciliations to support the accuracy and integrity of financial records.
• Assisted with annual budgets, financial forecasts, and cash-flow projections.
• Coordinated payroll-related financial processes and accurate posting of payroll transactions.
• Prepared journal entries and month-end adjustments and maintained general ledger records.
• Supported internal and external audits through audit schedules, responses to queries, and supporting documentation.
• Contributed to stronger internal controls and continuous improvement of financial management processes.
• Collaborated with programme managers to monitor project expenditure and compliant use of funds.
• Contributed to cost-saving initiatives, including a reported 17% reduction in operating costs.
• Maintained complete, accurate, and audit-ready financial records.

Senior Bookkeeper - Solidarity Center

(2008-01 - 2013-12)

Managed day-to-day financial operations and bookkeeping activities for donor-funded programmes, maintaining accurate financial records and supporting compliance, reporting, payroll administration, internal controls, and audit preparation.

• Maintained the general ledger and ensured transactions were recorded with appropriate supporting documentation.
• Prepared monthly management accounts and financial reports for management and programme decision-making.
• Processed accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions and monitored supplier and income records.
• Performed bank, cash, supplier, customer, and balance-sheet reconciliations and followed up discrepancies.
• Coordinated payroll processing, statutory deductions, and payroll reconciliations.
• Assisted with preparation and monitoring of project budgets and expenditure.
• Prepared journals, accruals, prepayments, and month-end adjustments.
• Supported donor financial reporting by compiling expenditure information and supporting documentation.
• Assisted internal and external auditors with schedules, reconciliations, queries, and source documents.
• Supported internal controls, segregation of duties, and approval processes.
• Maintained fixed-asset and financial records and supported audit readiness.

Assistant Accountant / Regional Accountant - Southern Water & Sewerage Company (SWSC), Zambia

(2002-01 - 2007-12)

Provided accounting and financial management support for regional operations, maintaining accurate financial records, supporting organisational compliance, budgeting, expenditure monitoring, reporting, and financial controls.

• Prepared monthly management accounts, trial balances, and financial reports for regional management and Head Office.
• Maintained the general ledger and processed financial transactions accurately.
• Performed bank, cash, debtor, creditor, and balance-sheet reconciliations and resolved outstanding items.
• Assisted with annual and departmental budgets and financial forecasts.
• Monitored budget performance and expenditure trends and supported variance analysis.
• Supported accounts payable, accounts receivable, supplier payments, and debt-collection processes.
• Prepared journals, accruals, prepayments, and month-end adjustments.
• Maintained fixed-asset records and supported asset-verification exercises.
• Supported statutory reporting and compliance with organisational and regulatory requirements.
• Supported internal and external audits through schedules, reconciliations, and documentation.
• Promoted compliance with financial procedures, approval limits, and segregation of duties.
• Supported cash-flow monitoring and financial planning for regional operations.

Accounting Clerk / Assistant Accountant - Livingstone City Council, Zambia

(1993-01 - 2001-12)

Built a strong foundation in public-sector finance through progressively responsible accounting roles, supporting financial operations, reporting, payroll, revenue management

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting - MANCOSA