Overview

We are recruiting!

 

Our client in Tanzania is looking for a Senior Accountant to join their team for a job vacancy within the Mining Procurement & Supply industry.

 

To apply or for more information follow the link below.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

The primary role of the position is to play an active role in Finance Management by ensuring that a robust and fit for purpose business and financial control framework is in place and that internal and external governance requirements are met.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Prepare and consolidate monthly management accounts by the 17th of each month for review with Head of Finance.
  • Prepare the draft annual financial statements and coordinate the audit process to ensure timely and accurate audited accounts.
  • Prepare periodic forecast reports (P&L and cash flows) for management review
  • Monthly GP margin analysis by SKU and product, brand and project
  • Oversee and review all general ledger and balance sheet account reconciliations by the 10th of each month, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and timely resolution of reconciling items.
  • Ensure accurate costing of COGS (per SKU) and valuation of inventory monthly.
  • Review stock reconciliations, investigate variances, and ensure all variances are closed off by the 10th of each month.
  • Review and approve landed cost computations for inventory received to ensure accurate stock valuation and costing.
  • Oversee product pricing structures in line with approved margin guidelines and business objectives.
  • Review and validate the financial data integrity of transactions posted in the finance ERP system.
  • Prepare annual budgets in collaboration with department heads and monitor monthly budget variances and provide analysis.
  • Ensure timely VAT filings and reconciliations with the ERP, and oversee statutory compliance (PAYE, SDL, NSSF, WCF, Provisional and Income Tax).
  • Provide business support through ad-hoc analysis and financial modelling for management decision-making.
  • Monitor and ensure all periodic reports (Debtors, Cash flow and Stock on Hand) are prepared and circulated on a weekly basis to guide cash management decisions.
  • Manage the internal and external audit process by ensuring audit schedules are accurate, complete, and available within agreed timelines.
  • Review customer account reconciliations and ensure customer statements are accurate and circulated.
  • Oversee adherence to supplier payment terms and ensure prompt resolution of disputes or variances.
  • Maintain confidentiality and integrity to protect the organization’s values and information
  • Reconcile and ensure all recharges for marketing activities are done on a quarterly basis
  • Ensure that integrity in use of finance ERP is maintained to ensure accuracy and completeness of transactions for accurate financial reporting

 

PERSONAL SPECIFICATIONS:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field
  • CPA qualifications – CA (SA) or ACCA

WORK EXPERIENCE:

  • Minimum 5 years relevant accounting experience in a busy environment. Experience in Tanzania preferred

COMPETENCIES:

  • Proficiency is using accounting system
  • Strong analytical Skills
  • Superior Accounting skills
  • High Proficiency in Excel
  • Effective communication, influencing and networking skills

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

  • Organized, accurate and detail oriented
  • Flexibility and commitment
  • Confidentiality
  • Results oriented and ability to deliver within very strict deadlines
  • Ability to work under minimal supervision
  • Must take accountability and show initiative