Accountant
Location | Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, United Republic of |
Date Posted | February 28, 2025 |
Category | Accounting Audit Finance Management |
Job Type | Full-time |
Currency | TZS |
Description

Are you a finance enthusiast with a keen eye for detail and a passion for accuracy? NovFeed, a biotech company in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania, is seeking a skilled Accountant to join our dynamic team.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure accurate and timely monthly and annual reports, coordinating the monthly closing process, and reconciling general ledger accounts.
- Collaborate with external auditors for smooth audit processes.
- Coordinate the preparation and review of bank reconciliations.
- Develop and implement new procedures and features to enhance the workflow of the unit.
- Manage tax administration, ensuring proper handling of all tax obligations (VAT, Withholding taxes, Income Tax, PAYE/SDL, Stamp Duty, City Service Levy).
- Monitor adherence to the company's accounting procedures.
- Monitor the accounting service, working to develop more efficient procedures and resource utilization while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
- Perform any other duties assigned by your line manager within your scope of work.
- Prepare a monthly accrual table and reconcile accruals posted with invoices received.
- Supervise the monthly closing process and reconciliation of general ledger accounts.
Required profile for job ad : Accountant - Dar Es Salaam
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Proven experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or a similar role.
- Proficient in using accounting software such as QuickBooks, TALA, SAP, Xero.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial regulations.
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Ability to analyse financial data and generate accurate reports.
- 3+ years of work experience