Accountant Ii

About the Role

Join a growing organization that values talent and commitment. We are seeking an experienced Accountant II to join our financial team at Watumishi Housing Investments (WHI) in Dar es Salaam.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, deposit, and manage cash and cheques
• Issue cheques, petty cash, and other payments; issue receipts for all transactions
• Maintain bank deposit slips, receipt books, and cheque books for all WHI bank accounts
• Post receipt transactions into the accounting system
• Prepare and record all payment vouchers and maintain payment voucher files
• Prepare and record all credit notes and maintain credit notes files
• Record all receipts, journal vouchers, debit notes, and petty cash summaries; maintain respective files
• Post authorized transactions in the system and ensure records accurately reflect the company's financial position on a daily basis
• Maintain and reconcile all accounts receivable, including amounts due from staff, to ensure prompt collection
• Maintain and reconcile all accounts payable, including statutory dues, to ensure correct and timely payment for goods and services
• Maintain and update the company's Fixed Assets Register
• Compile monthly revenue reports, including reconciliations of sales and VAT returns
• Generate debtor-related reports and follow up on overdue debt
• Prepare periodic financial reports for submission to appropriate authorities
• Undertake other related duties as assigned by the supervisor

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or Advanced Diploma in Accounting, Finance and Investment, Commerce, or Business Administration (majoring in Accountancy or Finance) from a recognized higher learning institution

Employment Details

• Position Type: Full-Time
• Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
• Industry: Financial Services - Accounting & Finance