ACCOUNTS OFFICER @ LAKE CARREER CEMENT
The Accounts Officer at Lake Carreer Cement will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day financial operations at the plant located in Kigamboni, Dar es Salaam. This pivotal role involves managing CSR expenses, maintaining employee-related ledgers, and ensuring the accurate reconciliation of petty cash transactions. The officer will act as a primary link between finance and operations, verifying employee settlements and coordinating with HR for payroll preparation and salary data processing.
Additionally, the successful candidate will handle statutory compliance, including the filing of VAT, WCF, SDL, and Withholding Tax returns through the TRA portal. The role requires a candidate who can work independently under pressure, manage high volumes of transporter and contractor invoices, and support the broader finance team during monthly and annual closures. Strong analytical skills, inventory management knowledge, and proficiency in Excel are essential for maintaining the high standards of reporting required by the Senior Accountant.
Additionally, the successful candidate will handle statutory compliance, including the filing of VAT, WCF, SDL, and Withholding Tax returns through the TRA portal. The role requires a candidate who can work independently under pressure, manage high volumes of transporter and contractor invoices, and support the broader finance team during monthly and annual closures. Strong analytical skills, inventory management knowledge, and proficiency in Excel are essential for maintaining the high standards of reporting required by the Senior Accountant.
Key Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Diploma in Accountancy, or CPA Intermediate certification.
Proven experience in independent cash handling and daybook maintenance.
Advanced Excel skills, including proficiency with VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, and complex formulas.
Ability to file VAT returns using the TRA portal system accurately.
Knowledge of calculating and filing statutory returns such as WCF, SDL, and Withholding Tax.
Experience in bank reconciliations for current and overdraft accounts.
Competency in booking transporter invoices in ERP and reconciling with GRNs.
Strong understanding of monthly and annual book closures and financial reporting.
Ability to verify employee advances, loans, and full/final settlements in coordination with HR.
Skill in checking contractor bills and performing manpower working days calculations.