Accounting Graduate Trainee (the Lounge)

We are seeking a motivated, analytical, and detail-oriented Accounting Graduate Trainee to join our team at a premium airport lounge.

The successful candidate will gain practical experience across accounting, financial controls, cost management, and hospitality finance, while supporting the finance team in ensuring accurate financial reporting and effective cost control.

Job Summary

• Employer: lounge
• Job Type: Full-time
• Location: Harare, Zimbabwe
• Category: Accounting
• Closing Date: 2026-10-19

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day accounting and finance functions.
• Support the implementation, monitoring, and maintenance of financial and operational controls.
• Assist with reconciliations, invoicing, payments, receipting, and transaction processing.
• Conduct regular checks to ensure compliance with established financial procedures and controls.
• Assist in identifying control weaknesses, discrepancies, and areas of financial risk.
• Support costing of food and beverage items, including detailed menu costing.
• Assist with analysing food costs, portion costs, wastage, and variances.
• Maintain and update costing sheets and supporting schedules for menus.
• Assist with monitoring food, beverage, and other operational costs against budgets or targets.
• Support stock counts, inventory reconciliations, and investigation of stock variances.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Assist in preparing financial reports, management schedules, and variance analyses.
• Support month-end accounting procedures and reporting.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and well-organised financial records.
• Provide general finance and administrative support as required.

Requirements

• Recently completed Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial controls.
• Good numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• An interest in cost accounting, budgeting, and financial analysis.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn and work in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
• Previous internship or practical experience will be an added advantage.

How to Apply

Apply by email: accounts@lounge.co.zw