ACCOUNTANT -TANZANIAN NATIONALS (2 POSITIONS)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Recordkeeping & Reporting

• Maintain and update general ledger accounts, ensuring all financial transactions are properly recorded and categorized.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (Income Statement, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow).
• Monitor financial activity, identify discrepancies, and perform timely reconciliations (bank accounts, supplier statements, etc.).
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

Statutory Compliance & Taxation

• Prepare and submit statutory filings and other taxes in compliance with Tanzanian regulations.
• Maintain accurate records to support tax filings and facilitate audits.
• Keep up-to-date with changes in tax legislation and advise management on potential implications and opportunities.
• Liaise with TRA and other government agencies as required.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Planning

• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts.
• Monitor actual expenditure against budget and highlight variances to management.
• Support departmental heads with budget tracking and expenditure planning.

Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Oversee processing of invoices, expense claims, and supplier payments to ensure timely and accurate disbursements.
• Generate customer invoices and track accounts receivable, ensuring prompt collections and effective credit control.
• Reconcile vendor and customer accounts monthly.

Audit, Controls & Compliance

• Coordinate and support internal and external audit processes by preparing documentation and addressing audit queries.
• Implement and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard company assets and prevent fraud.
• Ensure compliance with company financial policies and regulatory standards.

Team Support & Collaboration

• Work collaboratively with finance team members and other departments to ensure financial goals align with company objectives.
• Provide financial insight and recommendations to support business decisions and strategic planning.
• Mentor junior finance staff, if required, and support capacity-building within the team.

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum of 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience
• Solid knowledge of Tanzanian tax laws, regulatory requirements, and statutory compliance
• Proficient in accounting software and ERP systems such as Sage, SAP, or Microsoft Dynamics
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

HOW TO APPLY

• If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV on jobs@britesmanagement.com
• Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
• Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.