Workplace: Dar Es Salaam
Report to: Finance & Administration Manager
Introduction:
Inspectorate Tanzania Limited is an Independent Inspection Body operating in Tanzania. We seek to recruit an Accounts Officer.
Main Responsibilities:
We are looking for an ambitious person to provide support to the finance department by undertaking daily accounting tasks. You will be part of a team working to maintain order and transparency for the company’s finances. The ideal candidate will be well-versed in accounting principles and able to work comfortably with numbers and attention to detail. The goal is to contribute to the overall efficient operation of the department and help the company be fully aware of its financial condition. This way it can make the right decisions and accomplish long term success
Key tasks:
Post and process journal entries to ensure all business transactions are recorded
Update accounts receivable and payable and perform reconciliations
Invoicing and sending timely statements to customers
Update cash books and maintain cash and bank reconciliations
Day to day banking activities
Assist in the processing of financial statements according to legal and company accounting and financial guidelines
Update financial data in databases to ensure that information will be accurate and immediately available when needed
Filing accounting records
Assist in the preparation of weekly/monthly/yearly closings
Process and pay statutory payments on time e.g. PAYE, VAT, NSSF, NHIF, SDL, WCF etc.
Assist with other accounting projects
General office administration
Any other duties that may be assigned
Qualifications:
At least Diploma in AccountingAmbitious and self-driven individual
Good inter personal skills
Team player
Very good computer application skills on internet and MS Office Suite
Good communication skills
Fluent in oral and written English
Able to work under pressure and deadline
Be willing to travel for work as required
Salary will be determined based on experience and qualifications.
Previous work experience in a similar role will be an added advantage
