Position: Financial Accountant
Company: Tanzania Portland Cement PLC
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Application Deadline: November 13, 2024
About the Role
Are you an experienced accountant looking for a new challenge? Tanzania Portland Cement PLC is seeking a Financial Accountant to join our Dar es Salaam team. With a focus on financial reporting, month-end closing, IFRS compliance, and ad-hoc reporting, this role is perfect for someone who enjoys detailed financial analysis and compliance work.
Key Responsibilities
1. Month-End Closing & Reporting
- Accruals and Prepayments: Handle accruals, provisions, and prepayments with accuracy.
- Trial Balance Reconciliation: Reconcile all Trial Balance items monthly, making sure balance sheet items are backed by accurate schedules.
- Documentation: Ensure schedules align with the Trial Balance and store them in MS Teams and File Server.
- Monthly Closing Management: Keep the closing schedule up-to-date, reviewed, and signed off.
- Group Reporting: Handle monthly Group reporting, including actuals, forecasts, and budget summaries. This includes preparing and sharing the Contribution report and handling COMET reporting (Main, Disclosure, and KPI).
2. Presentations & Ad-Hoc Reporting
- Support in creating presentations for Monthly Business Updates, Quarterly Management Meetings, and other important presentations.
- Carry out various financial and ad-hoc analyses as requested.
3. IFRS Compliance & Updates
- Stay fully compliant with IFRS standards by maintaining schedules, reviewing updates, and performing needed computations.
4. Financial Reporting
- Quarterly Reports: Prepare income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements for DSE reporting and newspaper publication.
- Annual Report: Contribute to the preparation of the Annual Report and financial statements.
5. Additional Responsibilities & Compliance
- CAPEX Evaluations: Conduct CAPEX investment assessments when needed.
- Statutory Reporting: Handle statutory reporting as required.
- Code Compliance: Ensure compliance with the HC Group Code of Business Conduct.
Key Qualifications
- Education: CPA or equivalent certification; a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
- Experience: At least 3 years of experience in accounting.
- Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook, along with strong communication and analytical skills.
- Knowledge: Solid understanding of International Accounting Standards.
How to Apply
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