Accountant

Accountant – Arusha Trips Job Details :Company:Arusha TripsIndustry:Travel & TourismLocation:Arusha, TanzaniaEmployment Type:Full TimeExperience Required:Minimum 5 yearsStart Date:Immediate or within a short notice period Job Summary Arusha Trips, a young travel agency specializing in tailor-made trips across Tanzania, is seeking an experiencedAccountantto manage its day-to-dayactivities. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, bookkeeping, reconciliations, financial reporting, compliance, and supporting management with financial information for decision-making. Key Responsibilities Financial Accounting & Bookkeeping Maintain accurate books of accounts and ledgers. Post daily transactions, including income, expenses, payments, and receipts. Ensure all accounting entries are complete, accurate, and properly documented. Accounts Payable & Receivable Track customer receipts and supplier payments. Reconcile invoices, payments, and supplier/customer statements. Follow up on outstanding receivables. Manage payment schedules. Banking & Cash Management Reconcile bank statements and cash records. Ensure proper cash handling and supporting documentation. Prepare weekly and monthly cash and bank reconciliations. Financial Reporting Prepare monthly financial reports, including:Trial balanceProfit and loss reportsBalance sheet support Trial balance Profit and loss reports Balance sheet support Support budgeting and forecasting processes. Provide financial reports and information to management to support decision-making. Compliance & Documentation Ensure applicable statutory compliance requirements in Tanzania are met. Maintain well-organized financial records for audit purposes. Support internal and external audit processes. Required Qualifications & Experience Minimum5 years of proven work experienceas an Accountant. Strong knowledge of accounting principles and bookkeeping standards. Experience in reconciliations, invoicing, and financial reporting. Experience using accounting software such asQuickBooks, Sage, or similar systems. Good communication skills. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Skills & Competencies Excellent record-keeping and organizational skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Good time management and ability to meet monthly reporting deadlines. Sound financial judgment. Ability to work independently and effectively support the wider team. Job Requirements Bachelor’s Degree inAccounting, Finance, or a related fieldis preferred. Professional certification such asACCA, CPA, or Tally-related certificationis an added advantage. Must be available to startimmediately or within a short notice period. How to Apply Interested candidates should submit: Updated CV Cover letter Copies of relevant certificates/credentials Names and contact details of2–3 referees Application Email:office.arushatrips@gmail.com Note:The vacancy announcement does not specify an application deadline. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.