Purpose of the role

The Accountant will be responsible for managing the company’s day-to-day financial operations, maintaining accurate financial records, preparing financial reports and reconciliations, and ensuring compliance with applicable tax, statutory and professional requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records and the general ledger.

• Handle accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.

• Prepare financial statements, reconciliations and financial reports.

• Manage payroll and statutory deductions, including PAYE, NSSF and other applicable statutory obligations.

• Prepare and file tax returns and ensure compliance with Tanzanian tax and statutory requirements.

• Monitor cash flow and manage bank transactions and reconciliations.

• Assist with budget preparation, financial planning and forecasting.

• Coordinate with external auditors and provide the required accounting records and supporting documentation during audits.

• Ensure financial transactions are properly recorded, supported and processed in accordance with applicable accounting procedures and controls.

• Apply sound accounting principles and financial reporting practices, including relevant IFRS requirements.

• Support the maintenance of effective financial controls and identify discrepancies or issues requiring attention.

• Use accounting and financial systems effectively and adapt to new systems and processes where required.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a closely related field from a credible and recognized institution.

• CPA/ACCA qualification, completed or in progress, is an added advantage.

• At least 1 - 2 years of relevant accounting experience, with demonstrated responsibility for financial operations and accounting processes.

• Experience in industry accounting is preferred; relevant audit experience with broad accounting exposure may also be considered.

• At least a C grade in O-Level Mathematics and English.

• A-Level(Mathematics/ Applied Mathematics) must be a pass.

• Qualifications and academic credentials must be clearly documented and verifiable.

• Experience with SAP and/or Xero is preferred.

• Experience with other accounting or ERP systems such as QuickBooks, Tally or Sage is acceptable, with the ability to learn new systems quickly.

• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and the ability to work efficiently with financial data, reports and reconciliations.

• Sound understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, IFRS, reconciliations, audit processes and Tanzanian tax and statutory compliance.

• Basic understanding of accounting professional codes of conduct and professional ethics.

• Strong attention to detail, integrity, confidentiality and professional responsibility.

• Good analytical, communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to take ownership of assigned responsibilities.

• Willingness and ability to learn and adapt to new systems, processes and requirements.

Location: Dar es Salaam