ACCOUNTANT @ THE GUARDIAN LIMITED
The Guardian Limited, the renowned publishers of Tanzania’s leading daily newspapers, The Guardian and Nipashe, is looking for a qualified and dedicated Accountant to join their financial team. This role involves managing critical financial operations, ensuring the accuracy of general ledgers, and maintaining the fiscal health of the organization through diligent monitoring of accounts receivable, payable, and cash flow cycles. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing comprehensive monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, performing rigorous bank reconciliations, and ensuring strict compliance with Tanzanian tax laws and regulatory requirements. Beyond day-to-day transaction processing, the role supports strategic budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis while coordinating both internal and external audit processes to uphold the highest standards of transparency and integrity within the company.
Key Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field
Professional certification: CPA(T), ACCA or equivalent
Minimum of 3 years’ accounting experience
Strong understanding of financial reporting standards and tax regulations
Proficiency in accounting software and advanced Microsoft Excel
Excellent analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills
High level of integrity and attention to detail
Proven ability to prepare accurate monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements
Extensive knowledge in bank and revenue reconciliations
Experience in monitoring accounts receivable, accounts payable and cash flow
Familiarity with coordinating internal and external audit processes