Accounts Officer

Vacancy Announcement ASA Microfinance (Tanzania) Limited, incorporated under the Companies Act 2002 (No. 93819) of Tanzania and an affiliate of ASA International (www.asa-international.com), one of the largest microfinance companies in the world. We are hereby inviting qualified citizens of Tanzania to be part of our team for the following position. ASA Tanzania is an equal opportunity employer who requires dynamic, loyal and committed young men and women who have passion for people’s socio-economic development to fill in the following vacant positions for immediate appointment- Position: Accounts Officer- at Dar es Salaam Job Responsibilities: Respond to inquiries from the Chief Financial Officer regarding financial results, special reporting requests and the like. Liaison with the respective govt. department, submitting return and maintain proper compliance with them. Have sound knowledge on practical application of latest version of IAS/IFRS including treatment of foreign currency transaction. Handle the company Tax, pay Tax & other withholding Tax. Ensure and handle external and internal audits. Ensure the timely reporting of all monthly financial information. Ensure the accurate and timely processing of positive pay transactions. Ensure monthly and quarterly Bank Compliance activities are performed in a timely and accurate manner. Collaborate with the other departments in the organization to support overall department goals and objectives. Monitor and analyze departmental work to develop more efficient procedures and use of resources while maintaining a high level of accuracy. Assist in development and implementation of new procedures and features to enhance the workflow of the department. To maintain liaison with banks and financial institution regarding loans and assist the Controller in the daily banking requirements. To ensure the optimum utilization of fund. Have frequent visit to different branches when and as necessary. To maintain Dealer Accounts and reconcile the Accounts on timely manner. Academic Qualification & Experience Requirements: Masters/ Bachelor Degree in Accounting. Minimum 1– 3 years professional experiences in relevant field. Experience in working with NGOs/Financial Institutions/Banks/Group of Companies. Well conversant with Ms Office Package, Excel and Acpac plus/ Tally and in-house developed software. Salary Range: As per company’s regular salary structure. Job Location: Head Office of ASA Microfinance (Tanzania) Limited in Dar Es Salaam. Application Instructions Applicant who consider himself/herself competent with the above mentioned position, please send the soft copy of your CV along with application, passport size photograph attached in CV and contact details to the HR Officer, ASA Microfinance (Tanzania) Limited, at the following by 15th April’ 2017. Only short listed candidate will be contacted for interview. No allowance will be admissible for interview. Plot No:10,Block No.33B,Mamboya Street

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