Accountant Job at WASSHA Inc

Job Overview
Organization: WASSHA INC
Department: ACCOUNTS
Workstation: DAR ES SALAAM
Job Title: ACCOUNTANT
Job Grade: T6
Reports to: CORPORATE MANAGER
Direct Reports (Subordinates): N/A

Job Purpose
To lead and manage the financial accounting and management accounting functions of WASSHA INC, ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and compliance with IFRS and local regulations.
In addition, the role will provide strategic financial insights, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis to support informed decision-making and drive business growth.

Main Responsibilities of the Job
A) Managerial Responsibilities

Lead and manage all accounting and financial reporting functions of WASSHA

Provide financial leadership and strategic support to the Corporate Manager and Senior Management

Supervise and mentor junior accounting staff (if applicable)

B) Functional Responsibilities

Review and approve payment processes to ensure accuracy and compliance, ensuring that all relevant supporting documents, such as tax invoices, are obtained before payments are raised and processed

Oversee and review postings to ensure completeness and accuracy, and for advance payments made, follow up with the different recipients to ensure all necessary supporting documents have been obtained

Oversee and ensure weekly posting of all company transactions into company booking tools (e.g., QuickBooks) after obtaining all relevant supporting documents

Ensure timely preparation and review of bank reconciliations

Oversee preparation and review of balance sheet reconciliations and prepayment schedules to ensure accuracy and timeliness

Oversee and review the month-end closing process to ensure accounts are closed accurately and within set deadlines

Oversee and monitor company obligations to ensure completeness, accuracy, and timely settlement (e.g., rent, internet, office utilities)

Oversee and review supplier records and procurement processes to ensure accuracy and compliance prior to payment initiation

Oversee and review tax filings to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with applicable tax laws (e.g., PAYE, NSSF, SDL, and income tax returns)

Oversee and enforce adherence to all internal control processes to ensure compliance and effectiveness

Review and advise on tax and accounting practices to ensure compliance and mitigate risk of penalties

Oversee audit coordination and review preparation of audit requirements to ensure completeness and accuracy

Provide administrative oversight and support to the business unit, including execution of assigned duties by Senior Management

C) Management Accounting & Financial Planning

Lead the annual budgeting process and periodic financial forecasts

Perform variance analysis (budget vs actual) and provide explanations and recommendations

Prepare monthly management reports and financial dashboards for decision-making

Conduct cost analysis and profitability assessments across business activities

D) Strategic & Business Support

Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic initiatives

Partner with different departments to improve financial performance

Identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiency improvements

Minimum Requirements
A) Academic and Professional Qualification
The ideal candidate must hold a University Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration or an equivalent from a credible institution.
Fully qualified CPA / ACCA (Mandatory)
B) Experience

Minimum 3 years of progressive experience in accounting and finance

Experience in a fast-paced or growing organization is an added advantage

Experience of information management and using Microsoft Excel and other IT tools to manage and store data

Working Relationships
A) Internal customers

Tax & Accounting Manager

Other departments

B) External customers

Suppliers

Competencies
Technical

A good understanding of accounting principles

Experience of processing financial transactions and maintaining financial records

Experience of information management and using Microsoft Excel and other IT tools to manage and store data

Functional

Outstanding organizational skills with the ability to manage a busy and varied workload

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, including great interpersonal skills

Ability to interpret financial data and provide strategic insights

Strong stakeholder management skills

Good working knowledge of QuickBooks and ability to learn new softwares that may be introduced to manage work processes

Behavioural

Ability to work quickly and effectively under pressure

Leadership and team development capability

Proactive and results-oriented mindset

Be honest, disciplined and with integrity

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