Senior Accountant
At a glance
Senior Accounting role at ITM Tanzania Limited. Dar es Salaam.
Pay not stated Accounting salary
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What you'll do
- Prepare financial statements and management reports, then analyze results and performance
- Handle TRA filings and other tax work, keeping statutory obligations on track
- Run budgets, forecasts and cash planning to support financial operations
- Coordinate audits and provide the financial records auditors need
- Oversee payables, receivables and the general ledger, including monthly bank reconciliations
What you bring
- A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a related area, plus CPA (T) or ACCA
- At least five years managing accounting and finance in the logistics industry
- Knowledge of Tanzanian tax rules, including VAT, PAYE and withholding tax
- Experience with reporting, budgeting, cash flow oversight and audit coordination
Who this fits
This senior accounting role suits someone with logistics-industry finance experience who can support management decisions with analysis and reporting. The position is based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
From the employer
Purpose of the role
The ideal candidate for this role will have strong experience in accounting and financial management within the logistics industry and will be responsible for managing financial operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, tax management, budgeting, cash flow planning, and audit coordination while providing financial insights to support business performance and strategic decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare and analyze financial statements, management reports, and financial performance reports.
Ensure compliance with TRA requirements and other applicable regulatory obligations.
Perform monthly tax return filings and support statutory compliance processes.
Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning activities.
Coordinate internal and external audit processes and provide required financial documentation.
Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger functions.
Perform monthly bank reconciliations and ensure accuracy of financial records.
Support management with financial analysis, reporting, and insights to facilitate business decisions.
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Professional accounting qualification such as CPA (T) or ACCA is required.
Minimum of 5 years’ proven experience in accounting and financial management within the logistics industry.
Strong knowledge of Tanzanian tax regulations, including VAT, PAYE, withholding tax, and statutory compliance requirements.
Experience in financial reporting, budgeting, cash flow management, and audit coordination.
Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
High level of integrity and attention to detail.
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
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