Assistant Accountant
Location | Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, United Republic of |
Date Posted | October 4, 2022 |
Category | Accounting Audit Finance Management |
Job Type | Contract |
Currency | TZS |
Description
JOB DETAILS:
Assistant Accountant
Job Description
• Will work with the Director to collect and collate various financial and operational KPIs and management.
• Uses the company purchasing system to match all invoices and purchases orders in a timely manner as measured by zero unexplained variances.
• Posts the petty cash correctly into the accounting system.
• Prepares company cheques, files/copies, and distributes after obtaining the appropriate approval.
• Understands, reviews, reconciles details, and prepare all payments to the Company’s key suppliers and creditors to ensure accuracy (using authorized payment terms).
• Creates a weekly Creditor’s Aging Report and alerts management and directors to any discrepancies, concerns, or recommendations.
• Create a weekly petty cash report (PCV) that clearly identifies the source, the use, and the remaining balance of cash.
• Ensures all cash used is backed by approvals and supporting documentation with zero error. Raises flag or concerns.
• Supports Purchasing Manager in reviewing Supplier effectiveness, quality of services, payment terms, cost, and provides recommendations or suggestions.
• Reviews, coordinates and follow up to ensure all invoices collected by the Purchasing department have receipts and are compliant with all TRA laws.
• Assists the Chief Accountant with the maintenance of accounting records as needed – supporting other workload of team members.
Requirements
• Has a relevant educational degree or certificate of studies in the same field.
• Ideally has at least 1 years’ experience working in administration or accounts department and has a basic accounting and statutory knowledge – we are looking more for the right attitude and behaviors.
• Is a youthful candidate who is a quick learner, willing and keen to grow in the Accounts and hospitality industry.
• Is looking to build a longer-term employment career – is trustworthy and ethical.
• Has a natural and confident ability to communicate in English both verbally and in writing.
• Can self-organize and has an attention to detail.
• A good level of IT proficiency to quickly learn and work on accounting systems and hotel management systems.
• Knows how to use Microsoft Excel.
• Flexibility to work in a variety of different work situations in a demanding Hotel environment.