Accounts Executive

About the role

A technology integration company based in Dar es Salaam is looking for a highly competent and detail-oriented Accounts Executive to manage financial operations, ensure statutory compliance, perform bank reconciliation and support project cost control. The role suits someone with strong hands-on experience with Vision Accounting Package, excellent analytical skills and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records in the Vision Accounting system and prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements.
• Perform bank, supplier and general ledger reconciliation, including daily, weekly and monthly bank reconciliations, and investigate discrepancies.
• Monitor cash flow, fund management and foreign currency transactions, and ensure accurate forex accounting and reporting.
• Prepare and submit statutory returns (TRA, VAT, PAYE, SDL, WHT) and liaise with regulators and auditors; stay updated on Tanzanian tax laws.
• Process payroll accurately and on time, including statutory deductions, and maintain employee payroll records with confidentiality.
• Assist in preparing annual budgets and forecasts, monitor performance against them and provide variance analysis.
• Track and manage project costs, analyze project profitability and recommend cost savings.
• Support internal and external audits, maintain audit trails and follow internal financial policies and controls.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• Professional certification such as CPA or ACCA is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 7 years' experience in accounting or finance roles.
• Strong knowledge of Tanzanian tax and statutory requirements (TRA compliance).
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, strong attention to detail and good communication skills.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Vision or another accounting package is mandatory.
• Experience with ERP systems.
• Proficiency with Zoho systems, MS Office and CRM.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and financial reporting.