ACCOUNTANT OFFICER @ SOCIETIES TRANSFORMATION AND WELFARE IMPROVEMENTS (STAWI)
STAWI is seeking an accomplished Accountant Officer to provide essential financial leadership, ensuring accountability and transparency across all projects. This role encompasses a broad range of responsibilities, including meticulous budgeting, accurate accounting practices, comprehensive financial reporting, and effective grants management. The Accountant Officer will also be critical in ensuring donor compliance, coordinating audits, maintaining statutory compliance, and implementing robust internal controls.
The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining precise financial records, preparing detailed financial statements, and ensuring all financial operations adhere to both internal policies and external regulatory requirements. This position requires a strong understanding of financial principles and a proactive approach to supporting program teams with their financial planning and management, primarily based in Nzega District, Tabora Region.
The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining precise financial records, preparing detailed financial statements, and ensuring all financial operations adhere to both internal policies and external regulatory requirements. This position requires a strong understanding of financial principles and a proactive approach to supporting program teams with their financial planning and management, primarily based in Nzega District, Tabora Region.
Key Requirements
Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration (Accounting), Microfinance, or related field.
CPA(T), ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent is an added advantage.
Minimum 10 years of accounting and financial management experience.
Proven experience managing donor-funded projects and NGO finances.
Strong knowledge of Tanzanian tax regulations, budgeting, financial reporting, audits, accounting software, and Microsoft Excel.
Ability to develop, monitor, and manage project budgets effectively.
Experience with various accounting software platforms and financial management systems.
Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail in all financial tasks.
Strong understanding of financial internal controls and best practices.
Capacity to prepare for and efficiently support external audits and internal reviews.