Accountant - Dar Es Salam

We are looking for an Accountant.
Responsibilities :

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. Budgeting and Financial Planning:
   • Assist in the preparation of budgets, forecasting, and variance analysis.
   • Monitor expenditures and compare actual performance to the budget.
6. Bank Reconciliation:
   • Reconcile bank statements with company accounts on a monthly basis to ensure accuracy.
   • Investigate and resolve discrepancies or accounting issues.
7. Audit Support:
   • Coordinate internal and external audits by providing necessary documents and support.
   • Implement audit recommendations to improve financial practices and internal controls.
8. 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.
9. Accounts Payable and Receivable:
   • Process invoices and payments to suppliers, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
   • Manage collections and maintain accounts receivable records.
10. General Administrative Tasks:
    • Perform general administrative and financial tasks as required.
    • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in financial regulations in Tanzania.