Join a trusted research organization as an Accountant responsible for overseeing financial operations in Tanzania. You will play a key role in maintaining precise financial records, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting field-based projects through effective financial management.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out monthly accounting entries and reconciliations for bank accounts, petty cash, suppliers, and tax obligations using QuickBooks.
- Keep financial records accurate and up to date for all income and expenditures.
- Organize and maintain contracts, invoices, payroll documents, and other financial records.
- Generate monthly financial reports and support updates to cashflow forecasts.
- Ensure full compliance with Tanzanian tax regulations, including PAYE, VAT, WHT, and NSSF requirements.
- Coordinate with external tax consultants and auditors by supplying documentation and addressing inquiries.
- Track cash and bank balances, ensuring sufficient local and foreign currency for daily operations.
- Enhance internal financial controls and help improve cost efficiency through supplier negotiations.
- Review field team expenses and align budgeted amounts with actual spending.
- Produce detailed expense reports after each round of fieldwork.
- Process payments for projects and suppliers promptly and accurately.
- Support budget planning for field operations and project execution.
- Assist in procuring office supplies and managing operational needs.
- Supervise support staff, including cleaning personnel.
- Help coordinate logistics for trainings, workshops, and meetings—covering venues, transport, and catering.
- Provide general administrative support to maintain efficient office functioning.
Qualifications
- Citizen of Tanzania.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Economics, Business Management, or a related discipline.
- At least four years of professional experience in accounting or finance roles.
- Solid understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and compliance standards.
- Proficient in QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel, and other MS Office applications.
- Fluent in both written and spoken English and Swahili.
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Technical Environment
QuickBooks, Microsoft Office, Excel
Compensation & Benefits
- Gross monthly starting salary of TZS 2,150,960, with final grade based on experience and performance in the hiring process.
- Medical insurance coverage.
- 21 days of annual leave.
- Annual learning allowance of up to USD 1,000.
- 10 days of dedicated professional development leave each year.
- Eligibility for remote work under established remote work guidelines.
Work Environment
This position is based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. The role operates locally with flexibility for remote work in line with organizational policy. You’ll work in a low-bureaucracy setting that values accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Team members are trusted to take initiative and grow within their roles, contributing to a culture centered on solving problems and refining systems.
