Accountant
Location | Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, United Republic of |
Date Posted | December 3, 2024 |
Category | Accounting Audit Finance Management |
Job Type | Full-time |
Currency | TZS |
Description
We are looking for an Accountant.
Responsibilities :
- Financial Record Keeping:
- Maintain accurate financial records, including ledgers, journals, and reconciliation of accounts.
- Ensure all transactions are documented, authorised, and properly recorded in accounting software.
- Financial Reporting:
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
- Generate financial reports for management and provide insights to support decision-making.
- Taxation and Compliance:
- Ensure compliance with Tanzanian tax laws, including preparing and submitting Value Added Tax (VAT), income tax, Pay As You Earn (PAYE), and other relevant tax filings to the TRA.
- Liaise with tax authorities and external auditors as needed.
- Payroll Management:
- Process employee payroll, ensuring all deductions (PAYE, NSSF, NHIF, etc.) are correctly calculated and paid on time.
- Manage statutory deductions and submit relevant payments to authorities.
- Budgeting and Financial Planning:
- Assist in the preparation of budgets, forecasting, and variance analysis.
- Monitor expenditures and compare actual performance to the budget.
- Bank Reconciliation:
- Reconcile bank statements with company accounts on a monthly basis to ensure accuracy.
- Investigate and resolve discrepancies or accounting issues.
- Audit Support:
- Coordinate internal and external audits by providing necessary documents and support.
- Implement audit recommendations to improve financial practices and internal controls.
- Cash Flow Management:
- Monitor cash flow to ensure liquidity and manage cash disbursements for operational needs.
- Maintain petty cash and ensure proper documentation of cash transactions.
- Accounts Payable and Receivable:
- Process invoices and payments to suppliers, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Manage collections and maintain accounts receivable records.
- General Administrative Tasks:
- Perform general administrative and financial tasks as required.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in financial regulations in Tanzania.
Required profile for job ad : Accountant - Dar Es Salam
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- Certification: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent qualification is preferred.
- Experience:
- 2-5 years of experience in accounting or finance roles, preferably within Tanzania.
- Experience with Tanzanian tax laws and regulations.
- Technical Skills:
- Proficient in accounting software (e.g., Quick books, Tally, SAP).
- Strong knowledge of MS Office, especially Excel.
- Soft Skills:
- Excellent analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.