Finance Officer

JOB VACANCY –OFFICERJabal Logistics Limited is seeking a qualified, competent, and highly motivated individual to join our team as aOfficer. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the company’soperations, maintaining accurate financial records, monitoring transactions, and ensuring compliance with applicable financial and statutory requirements.JOB OVERVIEWCompany:Jabal Logistics LimitedPosition:Finance OfficerDepartment:Finance & AccountsEmployment Type:Full-TimeLocation:Dar es Salaam, TanzaniaReports To:Finance Manager / ManagementKEY RESPONSIBILITIESThe Finance Officer will be responsible for:Preparing and maintaining accurate financial records and accounting documents.Recording daily financial transactions, receipts, payments, invoices, and expenses.Preparing payment vouchers, receipts, invoices, and other financial documents.Monitoring accounts payable and accounts receivable.Following up on outstanding customer payments and preparing receivables reports.Preparing bank reconciliations and monitoring company bank transactions.Assisting in cash-flow monitoring and financial planning.Preparing monthly financial reports and management reports.Ensuring proper filing and maintenance of financial records.Verifying supporting documents before processing payments and expenses.Monitoring company expenses and ensuring expenditure is properly authorised.Assisting with preparation of budgets, forecasts, and financial analysis.Supporting payroll preparation and verification where required.Ensuring timely preparation and submission of statutory financial requirements.Working closely with operations, procurement, HR, and management on financial matters.Assisting with internal and external audits.Ensuring compliance with company financial policies, accounting procedures, and applicable laws and regulations.Maintaining confidentiality of company financial information.Performing any other finance and accounting duties assigned by management.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSApplicants should meet the following requirements:Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration (Accounting/Finance), or a related field.Professional accounting qualifications such as CPA(T), ACCA, or equivalent will be an added advantage.At least 2–3 years of relevant experience in finance, accounting, or a related position.Experience in a logistics, clearing and forwarding, transport, shipping, or trading company will be an added advantage.Good knowledge of accounting principles and financial procedures.Good understanding of Tanzania tax and statutory compliance requirements, including TRA-related financial obligations.Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliation, invoicing, and financial reporting.Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.Experience using accounting software or ERP systems is an added advantage.Good numerical and analytical skills.Strong attention to detail and accuracy.Good communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professional ethics.Tanzanian citizenship is preferred.REQUIRED SKILLSThe ideal candidate should demonstrate:Financial analysis and reporting skills.Strong Excel and data-management skills.Problem-solving and analytical ability.Accuracy in financial data entry and reconciliation.Time-management and organisational skills.Knowledge of accounting controls and procedures.Good knowledge of statutory compliance.Professional communication skills.Ability to handle confidential financial information.Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced logistics environment.HOW TO APPLYSend your CV and cover letter to:info@jabalcargo.co.tzEmail Subject:Finance Officer – Your Name Jabal Logistics Limited is seeking a qualified, competent, and highly motivated individual to join our team as aOfficer. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the company’soperations, maintaining accurate financial records, monitoring transactions, and ensuring compliance with applicable financial and statutory requirements. JOB OVERVIEW Company:Jabal Logistics Limited Position:Finance Officer Department:Finance & Accounts Employment Type:Full-Time Location:Dar es Salaam, Tanzania Reports To:Finance Manager / Management KEY RESPONSIBILITIES The Finance Officer will be responsible for: Preparing and maintaining accurate financial records and accounting documents. Recording daily financial transactions, receipts, payments, invoices, and expenses. Preparing payment vouchers, receipts, invoices, and other financial documents. Monitoring accounts payable and accounts receivable. Following up on outstanding customer payments and preparing receivables reports. Preparing bank reconciliations and monitoring company bank transactions. Assisting in cash-flow monitoring and financial planning. Preparing monthly financial reports and management reports. Ensuring proper filing and maintenance of financial records. Verifying supporting documents before processing payments and expenses. Monitoring company expenses and ensuring expenditure is properly authorised. Assisting with preparation of budgets, forecasts, and financial analysis. Supporting payroll preparation and verification where required. Ensuring timely preparation and submission of statutory financial requirements. Working closely with operations, procurement, HR, and management on financial matters. Assisting with internal and external audits. Ensuring compliance with company financial policies, accounting procedures, and applicable laws and regulations. Maintaining confidentiality of company financial information. Performing any other finance and accounting duties assigned by management. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Applicants should meet the following requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration (Accounting/Finance), or a related field. Professional accounting qualifications such as CPA(T), ACCA, or equivalent will be an added advantage. At least 2–3 years of relevant experience in finance, accounting, or a related position. Experience in a logistics, clearing and forwarding, transport, shipping, or trading company will be an added advantage. Good knowledge of accounting principles and financial procedures. Good understanding of Tanzania tax and statutory compliance requirements, including TRA-related financial obligations. Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliation, invoicing, and financial reporting. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications. Experience using accounting software or ERP systems is an added advantage. Good numerical and analytical skills. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure. High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professional ethics. Tanzanian citizenship is preferred. REQUIRED SKILLS The ideal candidate should demonstrate: Financial analysis and reporting skills. Strong Excel and data-management skills. Problem-solving and analytical ability. Accuracy in financial data entry and reconciliation. Time-management and organisational skills. Knowledge of accounting controls and procedures. Good knowledge of statutory compliance. Professional communication skills. Ability to handle confidential financial information. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced logistics environment. HOW TO APPLY Send your CV and cover letter to:info@jabalcargo.co.tz Email Subject:Finance Officer – Your Name