Accountants

Job description

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