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Finance and Accounting · Not stated

Recruitment agency · KP Recruiters

Assistant Accountant

Employer not disclosed (via KP Recruiters)

Dar es SalaamMid level · Not statedCloses Monday, 30 November 2026, 23:59 EATChecked 7 Nov 2026
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About this role

Key Responsibilities

  • Record daily financial transactions accurately

in the accounting system

  • Process and record transactions in SAP Business One, including A/P and A/R

invoices, incoming and outgoing payments, journal entries, and bank reconciliations

  • Process invoices, payment vouchers, receipts, and

supplier payments

  • Reconcile bank accounts, petty cash, debtors,

and creditors

  • Maintain the general ledger and support

month-end and year-end closing

  • Assist in preparing financial reports, budgets,

and management accounts

  • Prepare and file statutory returns such as VAT,

PAYE, SDL, and withholding tax with TRA

  • Support payroll processing and statutory

deductions (NSSF, WCF, etc.)

  • Monitor stock records and support inventory

reconciliation

  • Keep financial records organized and assist

during audits

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Qualifications & Experience

  • Degree or Diploma in Accountancy, Finance, or a

related field

  • 2–3 years' experience in a similar accounting

role

  • Working knowledge of accounting software,

preferably SAP Business One (experience with QuickBooks, Sage, Tally, or other ERP systems is an added advantage)

  • Good knowledge of Tanzanian tax laws and

statutory requirements

  • Strong MS Excel skills

Qualities

  • High level of integrity, honesty, and

confidentiality

  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Good analytical and numerical skills
  • Well organized, with good time management and

the ability to meet deadlines

  • Able to work under pressure and handle several

tasks at once

  • Good communication and teamwork skills
  • Willing to learn and take on responsibility
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