Senior Accountant at Tumaini Savings and Credit Society Ltd

Application Deadline: 27-01-2017

Description

Source Guardian ,16TH Jan 2017

TUMAINI SAVINGS AND CREDIT SOCIETY LTD
OPPORTUNITY
Tumaini SACCOS is a member based financial institution registered under COOPERATIVE SOCIETY ACT, with the Main objective of giving loans to members in accordance to Loan Policy. Tumaini SACCOS, based in Arusha, is seeking to recruit suitably qualified candidates for the following vacant positions

1. SENIOR ACCOUNTANT -ARUSHA (1 post)
1. Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and provide income and expenditure reports both for internal and external use,
2. Supervise the proper maintenance of Tumaini SACCOS' books of accounts.
3. Prepare annual budgets, and annual financial projections
4. Ensure adherence to all financial policies and procedures'
5. Advise SACCOS Manager in making investment decisions
6. Maintain subsidiary ledger accounts including staff advances
7. Supervise and mentor the Accountant
8. Facilitate Audit exercises and inspections; and follow up Audit & Inspections recommendations
9. Carry out any other duties as may be assigned by the Board of Directors or SACCOS Manager

QUALIFICATION
• CPA holder or, Advanced Diploma in Accountancy from recognized Institution
• Master's Degree in Finance, Accounting, and Business Administration will be an added advantage
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
• Mature Christian, committed to Christian values; including integrity and honesty.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision. ,
• Ability and desire to learn new things.
• Experience with computer packages including Microsoft Office, and financial databases
Data Officer(ARUSHA)
• Duties and Responsibilities
• Safeguards SACCOS systems, maintaining and up-dating its soft and hard wares
• Monitor and update all Tumaini system licenses and advise management on appropriate actions
• Creates and captures all members' information such bio data, loans, other financial information, contract status.
• Prepares and distributes semi-annual and annual members' statements
• Properly maintain Fixed Assets Register on monthly basis and making sure it tallies with the system records
• Monitors and verifies office supplies, telephone usage and utilities (water, rent, electricity, and fuel) bills against budgetary allocations on monthly basis.
• Capture all financial data into the accounting system after authorization from the Senior Accountant; keep back up and file on daily/weekly basis
• Carry out any other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor
Qualification
• A holder of Diploma in Information Technology from recognized institution, having accountancy knowledge is an added advantage.
• At least one year IT experience
• Mature Christian, committed to Christian values and is honest
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability and desire to learn new things.
• Ability to communicate fluently in speaking, reading and writing in Kiswahili and English

Application Instructions

Employment will be granted upon successful completion of all applicable checks, including last working history and Christian maturity. Only successful applications will be contacted regarding interviews. If you do not receive any feedback on your application, please consider yourself unsuccessful. . All interested Candidates are required to send application letters, with CV to: Chair Person Tumaini Saccos Box 805 Arusha

Social Enterprise Director at T-MARC Tanzania

Application Deadline: 27-01-2017

Description

T-MARC TANZANIA
POSITIONS OPENING
Committed to serving the health needs of Tanzania's underserved and most vulnerable populations, T-MARC is a full independent and locally managed non-governmental organization (NGO) specializing in social marketing and behavior change communication. Proud of its status as one of Tanzania's largest NGO governed and managed solely by Tanzanians, T-MARC Tanzania employs bold and dynamic approaches to expanding access to health products as well informing and changing health behaviors. T-MARC Tanzania works in a wide range of health areas, including HIV/AIDS, reproductive health and family planning, malaria, nutrition, water and sanitation.

In 2015, T-MARC developed a new five-year strategic plan that moves the organization toward its vision as a self-sustaining social enterprise. This strategic roadmap articulates the organization's vision, mission, goals, proximate objectives and strategic actions.
T-MARC is committed to transitioning from a traditional non-governmental organization to a fully sustainable social enterprise. To support T-MARC's transition to a social enterprise, we are recruiting for the following three positions;

Social Enterprise Director

Broad Function:
Working under the direct supervision of the Managing Director, Social Enterprise Director is the overall in charge of the newly established Social Enterprise Unit within T-MARC. As the head of the Social Enterprise directorate, this position oversees at T-MARC products sustainability, cost recovery of the existing products, financial analysis, business intelligence and market analysis, product profitability analysis, profit loss and cash-flow income generation activities, new product developments, cost management and will associate with T-MARC's business and enterprise development, sales and marketing strategies for both new and existing products.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

Master's Degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Entrepreneurship or related field; with a minimum of 5 years' private sector experience and hand-on experience on product sustainability, cost recovery of products, financial analysis, business intelligence and market analysis, product profitability analysis, profit loss and cash-flow income generation activities, new product developments and cost management. Experience in sales and marketing is required for this position.

Application Instructions

Candidates who fully meet the requirements should email a cover letter indicating the title and location of the desired position along with a detailed CV, certificates, including a daytime telephone contact and three professional references to: Managing Director T-MARC Tanzania Dar es Salaam, Tanzania Email via APPLY NOW below Only short listed applicants will be contacted.
 

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Finance Assistants-x 2 at Pact Tanzania

Application Deadline: 27-01-2017

Description

Source Dailynews,17th Jan 2017
Employment Opportunities

Pact Tanzania is a field office of "Pact" an international non-governmental and non-profit making organization with its headquarters in Washington DC. Pact Tanzania exists to build local capacity to enable systematic solutions that allow those who are poor and marginalized to earn a dignified living, be healthy and enjoy the benefit nature provides. For efficient execution of its duties, Pact Tanzania is looking for enthusiastic, creative, energetic individual to fill the Finance Assistant positions:
Finance Assistants: 2 vacant positions
(Based in Dar es Salaam)
Job Title: Finance Assistant
Reporting To: Finance Officer

Job Objective:

Perform functions to support Pact Tanzania in financial management in order to provide: accurate, current and complete disclosure of financial transactions; records that identify source and application of funds; effective control and accountability of funds, property and other assets; and comparison of expenditure versus budget amounts.
Job summary
The Finance Assistant works with the Finance team to ensure that Pact's financial policies and procedures and those of donors are adhered to all times and accurate financial records are maintained.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
• Prepare payment vouchers, making sure that all supporting documents (such as invoices; POs, GRNs/Delivery Notes) are attached for approval before payments are done.
• Write cheques and/or prepare payments on properly authorized payment vouchers.
• Obtain signatures on cheques, vouchers and other financial documents from Pact authorized officials.
• Dispatch cheques and other payments to payees.
• Handle Petty Cash Fund and prepare daily and weekly reconciliations.
• File Payment and Journal vouchers and other financial documents to their appropriate files.
• Receive and issue receipts for refunds from staff, partners and others.
• Photocopy, scan and produce finance documents as required.
• Assist in the posting of payments and updating records of bank transactions to monitor bank balances.
• Assist in posting approved financial transactions into the accounting software.
• Work with the Finance Officer in cash forecasting to ensure funds are available for Pact's activities.
• Be Pact agent in bank transactions, including, but not limited to, withdrawing leash, submission of bank authority letters, collection of bank statements and depositing receipts and other functions.
• Carry out other Finance related duties assigned by the Senior Finance Manager

Qualifications:
• A Bachelor's degree with a major in Accounting/Finance, or Diploma in Accounting or Finance.
• NBAA Intermediate Stage Module or higher modules will be added advantage.

Experience
• At least one year's experience working in the finance area, in particular handling of cash and making payments.
• Working experience in posting of financial data in accounting software.
• Prior experience in working with donor funded organizations and managing a functional level in a busy environment.

Skills:

Proficiency in standard office computer applications, PARTICULARLY EXCEL.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience on electronic banking is an added advantage.

Languages:
Strong Language capability in both Kiswahili and English

Application Instructions

If you believe you are the ideal person we are looking for, submit your application letter describing why you are the right candidate for this position and curriculum vitae detailing your experience with three referees through APPLY below. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted..
 

 

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Accountant/ Financial Manager at East African Community

Application Deadline: 24-01-2017

Description

Accountant/ Financial Manager

The East African Community (EAC) is a regional intergovernmental organization comprising the Republic of Burundi, the Republic of Kenya, the Republic of Rwanda, the United Republic of Tanzania, Republic of South Sudan and the Republic of Uganda with its Headquarters in Arusha, Tanzania.

The EAC mission is to widen and deepen economic, political, social and cultural integration to improve the quality of life of the people of East Africa through increased competitiveness, value added production, trade and investments.

Article 5 of the EAC Treaty provides for gender equity, gender mainstreaming in all EAC Projects and Programmes, the enhancement of the role of women in cultural, social, political, economic and technological development.

The EAC has signed a financing agreement with African Development Bank with the purpose of providing a framework for cooperation in the implementation of the 50 Million African Women Speak (50 MWS) Platform Project. The EAC Secretariat has further entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with COMESA and ECOWAS as collaborating RECs to implement the 50 Million African Women Speak (50 MWS) Platform Project. EAC is recruiting staff for the Sub-Project Implementation Unit (SPIU).

This is an exciting opportunity for highly motivated and result-driven professionals who are citizens of East African Community Partner States (Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, South Sudan and Uganda) to apply for the following position tenable at East African Community-Secretariat:

Job Position: Accountant/ Financial Manager – (REF: EAC/HR/2016-17/23)

Organ / Institution: The Secretariat

Duty Station: Arusha, Tanzania

Job Grade: P2

Job reports to: Director Finance

Job Purpose:
The overall responsibility of the accountant is to perform efficient and effective financial administration and management of all funds of the 50Million African Speak (50MWS Platform Project and other related responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Manage and administer all the funds of the 50Million African Women Speak Platform Project in accordance with the project’s financial rules and regulations
Manage and monitor effective maintenance of books of accounts and ensuring that all financial transactions are in line with the project’s financial rules and regulations
Validate payment vouchers, cheques, local purchase orders for transactions Reconcile ledger accounts and follow up on imprest given to project staff
Prepare and submit financial reports as and when required
Maintain regular and timely accounting records and prepare weekly, monthly quarterly and annual financial reports
Assist project officers to prepare budgets for approved activities.
Monitor the expenditures of the programme with a view to ensuring that the amounts budgeted for under exact expenditure head is not exceeded.
Maintain ledgers and implementation of strong internal control systems in order to facilitate timey financial reports, budgets and accountabilities.
Maintain the asset register and the depreciation schedules of the 50MWS Project Assets.
Assist in the preparation of monthly bank reconciliation statements.
Check the payment vouchers, journals and petty cash vouchers in terms of arithmetical accuracy and also to ensure that they have complete supporting documents.
Check posting into the ledger to ensure that the transactions are accurately posted.
Facilitate the work of the external and internal auditors
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications and Experience:

Master’s degree from a recognized university, in either, finance, business administration, accounting or any other related field
Relevant working experience of 8 years with a donor funded project at a regional/international level with at least 3 years of experience at senior level .
Skills and Competencies:

Proficiency in various computerized financial management information systems such as sun system accounting package and other computer package
Good interpersonal and communication skills
Good knowledge of ICT based systems is preferable
Education Qualifications and Relevant Working Experience:
Education Qualifications:

All candidates applying must have qualifications that are recognized by the relevant national accreditation body in their respective Partner State.
This condition is applicable for locally and internationally attained qualifications.
All professions that require registration with the specific professional bodies will be expected to do so in compliance with the requirements of their respective Partner States.
Relevant Working Experience:

Internship, training and apprenticeship will not be considered as relevant work experience.
Terms and Conditions of Service:
This position under EAC Secretariat is tenable for a contract period of fixed three (3) years upon availability of funds.

Fringe Benefits:
The post offers an attractive remuneration.

Equal Opportunity:
The EAC is an equal opportunity employer; therefore, female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply. EAC will only respond to those candidates who strictly meet the set requirements.

Application Instructions

Interested candidates who meet the qualification and experience requirements for the above mentioned positions are advised to send their applications, detailed curriculum vitae, photocopies of academic certificates, names and contact details of three referees, and copy of National Identity Card, or Birth Certificate or Passport showing date of birth. Please quote the respective reference number on both the application letter and envelope. For electronic submission, please quote the respective reference number on the subject of the email and send to the address given below. Applications should be submitted to the address below not later than Tuesday , 24th January 2017. Please note: You may submit your application either electronically or in hard copy but not both. Applications which do not: indicate nationality and age; the reference number; or have an application letter attached; have certified copies of their academic degrees and other professional Certificates; or fail to provide three referees will be disqualified. Only qualified candidates will be contacted EAC Staff Rules and Regulations precludes considerations of applicants above 55 years of age. Please note that EAC does not require candidates to pay money for the recruitment process. All invitations for interviews will be done in writing The Secretary General East African Community P. o Box 1096 Arusha – Tanzania. Tel: +255 27 2162100 Fax: +255 27 2162190 E-mail: vacancies@eachq.org

Accounts Receivable Clerk at Utrack Africa Limited and Radiowave Communications Ltd

Application Deadline: 31-01-2017

Description

Company : UTRACK AFRICA LTD AND RADIOWAVE COMMUNICATION LTD

Position : ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE CLERK

Location : ARUSHA

Job Category : FULL TIME

Utrack Africa (Tanzania )Limited is one of the leading providers of Fleet Management and Vehicle Tracking solutions in Tanzania and East Africa in general.

Radio Wave is one of the leading specialization wireless telecommunication and tracking system providers in East Africa with over 10 years of experience, a range of internationally recognized best-brand products and a well-established support structure, we are well positioned to offer flexible, innovative telecommunication and tracking solutions that are unique tailored to the requirements of customers across Eastern Africa and beyond.

Duties and Responsibilities:-

Dispatching of all the invoices & statements through mail, postal address and also hand delivery to all clients.
Chasing debt collection by phoning and sending e-mails for reminders, hence to reduce the debtors list on every day basis.
Allocating actual payment schedule received in accordance with customer’s remittances.
Processing and generation reminders by letters/e-mails to the client for processing company payments.
Working on daily basis with sales and accounts teams to resolve outstanding queries.
Preparing daily /Monthly report and account reconciliation.
Investigating and resolving queries relating to any non – payment of invoices.
Work to strict daily/Monthly/annually collections targets.
Instructing Dar division to collect payments from different clients after confirming they are ready to be collected.
Other duties may assigned by you supervisor.
Main Responsibilities:

To ensure timely and accurate documentation of Customer Credit status.
Responsible for invoice billing for Customers,
Responsible to Handle the Service Queries, which should be resolved and replied to the customers with the specified & minimal Turnaround Time.
Validate all required information for Collections of portfolio. .
Refresher training for the team.
Addressing feedback from client as well as customer.
Requirements

· Must be fluent in English and Swahili

· Must be proficient in computer packages

· Good analytical and decision making skills

· Good interpersonal skills

· Ability to multitask and prioritize correctly

· Knowledge of Tally program will be an advantage

Qualifications:-

· Bachelor's Degree in Finance / Commerce or equivalent

· Experience in Finance Management

· Experience in Customer Support as Migration Analyst.

· Experience in Account Receivable (AR), Credit and Collection.

· Experience in Customer care, Support management, client management

Application Instructions

Applications with CV, copies of relevant certificates, three references (one should be the last/current employer) should be sent via email through APPLY below Applications can also be dropped off at Utrack Africa offices in Arusha - Arusha-Moshi Road, Ngulelo Area behind Puma filling Station. Only short listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.
 

 

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Grants Finance Officer at World Vision

Application Deadline: 01-02-2017

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Purpose of the position:

Support Grants Finance Manager to ensure that grants and HO based projects are managed and implemented in line with World Vision policies and donor requirements.

Communicate World Vision's Christian ethos and demonstrate a quality of spiritual life that is an example to others.
Roles and Responsibilities

Monitoring of projects budgets to ensure proper charging of projects expenses and spending as per approved budget. This include HO based projects.

Conduct periodic project/partner visit for financial review and capacity building in finance management. Assisting in reviewing partners reports and posting them into the system on time.

Participate in proposal budget development in line with donor requirements and partnership guidelines. Facilitate preparation, review and submission of budgets for ongoing projects.

Analyze all grants Audit Reports and spot key finding recommendations to ensure that they are adequately addressed.

Facilitate timely preparation, review and submission of financial reports. Facilitate closure of phasing out projects and year end closing.

Assist in ensuring grants compliance including BPS and EPLS and proper CAL allocation as per diverse donor requirements.

Ensure monthly timesheets/LDRs are filled and approved for program support staff and payroll reconciliation is done in a timely manner for projects where program support costs are charged as direct costs.

Qualifications: Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience

The following may be acquired through a combination of formal or self-education, prior experience or on-the-job training:

Minimum Qualification required: Bachelor Degree in Accounting.
Experience: 3 yrs in Financial Management.
Preferred: CPA.
Technical Skills & Abilities:
Excellent computer skills in Excel & Sun-systems software.
Demonstrated ability in supervision.
Experience in managing donor funds.
Working knowledge of Sponsorship and grants operations, finance services and practices is an added advantage.
Good planning and organizational skills.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with all levels of staff and public.
Other Competencies/Attributes:

Must be a committed Christian, able to stand above denominational diversities.
Perform other duties as required.
Working Environment / Conditions:

Work environment: Office-based with frequent travel to the field.
Travel: 20% Domestic travel is required.
On call: 10%.

Application Instructions

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Credit Officer Grade II at Sumbawanga Urban Water Supply And Sanitation Authority

Application Deadline: 31-01-2017

Description

Credit Officer Grade II

Sumbawanga Urban Water Supply And Sanitation Authority is an authority an autonomous water supply organizations mended to provide water and sanitations service within the urban area of Sumbawanga. It was established in January 1998 Under the Act No. 8 of 1997 repealed by Act No. 12 of 2009. SUWASA is advertising four vacant posts

POSITION: CREDIT OFFICER GRADE II

QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor degree/advanced Diploma in Business Administrations/ commerce/accounting marketing/economics/ economic planning or any other relevant field from recognized university or reputable institutions and must be computer literacy

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist in the process of authorized amendments to customer bills and making necessary corrections accordingly
Assist preparations and submission on monthly, basis the analyzed debtors list accordingly
Assist the process of updating customer list of the daily disconnection and reconnections
Assist in ensuring that all customer complain regarding debts are timely solved
Make close daily follow up of debts and illegal connections
Performing other duties as may be assigned by superior

AGE NOT ABOVE 45

Application Instructions

The qualified applicants should submit the written letters of applications and to the undersigned stating how they meet the advertise criteria attach certificates, CV, and 3 names of referees Deadline is 15 February 2017 Women and disable are highly encouraged to apply

THE MANAGING DIRECTOR,
SUMBAWANGA URBAN WATER SUPPLY AND SANITATION AUTHORITY,
P.O. BOX 192, SUMBAWANGA – RUKWA
EMAIL suwasarukwa@yahoo.com