Finance Assistant

GAP RECRUITMENT SERVICES LIMITED

موقع الوظيفة:

Dar es Salaam - تنزانيا

الراتب شهرياً: لم يكشف

تاريخ النشر: أمس

عدد الوظائف الشاغرة: 1 عدد الوظائف الشاغرة

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ملخص الوظيفة

Job Title: Finance Assistant (Tanzania)

Reporting to: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Location: Dar es Salaam Tanzania
Net Salary:Tzshs 1.8m

Employment Type: Full-Time

Client Description:

Our client is a dynamic organization operating multiple business entities within Tanzania. They are seeking to recruit a highly motivated and detail-oriented Assistant to the CFO to support finance operations across two companies and gain hands-on exposure in a fast-paced multi-entity environment.

Role Overview:

We are recruiting for a driven and professional Assistant to the CFO to provide direct administrative and financial support to the Chief Financial Officer. The role involves supporting financial reporting statutory compliance documentation and coordination of finance-related activities across two companies within the country.

This position is ideal for a recently qualified accountant or a candidate who has recently completed practical training and is looking to build practical experience in a structured finance environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Executive & Administrative Support

Provide day-to-day administrative and operational support to the CFO.
Coordinate meetings prepare minutes and follow up on action points.
Manage finance-related correspondence and communication.

2. Financial Reporting & Analysis Support

Assist in preparation of financial reports schedules and reconciliations.
Support month-end and year-end closing processes.
Assist in budgeting and financial planning activities.

3. Statutory Compliance & Tax

Prepare and file VAT returns and other statutory returns accurately and on time.
Support compliance with Tanzanian tax and regulatory requirements.
Maintain proper statutory documentation and filing systems.

4. Audit & Documentation Management

Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules and documentation.
Liaise with auditors and respond to audit queries.
Maintain organized secure and confidential financial records and files.

5. Finance Operations Support

Assist in monitoring invoices payments and financial documentation.
Support accounts processes including reconciliations and record tracking.
Ensure compliance with company financial policies and procedures.

6. Stakeholder Coordination

Liaise with internal departments banks auditors and regulatory bodies.
Support coordination of finance-related activities across the two companies.

7. Additional Duties

Carry out any other finance and administrative tasks as assigned by the CFO.

Requirements and Qualifications

Education & Credentials

Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance Commerce or a related field.
Progress toward a professional qualification (CPA/ACCA) is an added advantage.

Experience

Preferably recently completed practical training.
Demonstrated experience in VAT and statutory filings is required.
Exposure to audit processes and financial reporting is an added advantage.

Core Competencies

Strong numerical and analytical skills
High attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Professionalism and ability to maintain confidentiality
Proactive attitude with willingness to learn
Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Preferred Candidate Profile

A motivated and recently qualified accountant seeking practical exposure
Strong interest in finance operations and multi-entity environments
Ability to handle confidential information with integrity
Proficiency in Microsoft Office especially Excel (SAP is an added advantage)

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their CV through our career page.

Application Deadline: 30th March 2026.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Job Title: Finance Assistant (Tanzania) Reporting to: Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Location: Dar es Salaam TanzaniaNet Salary:Tzshs 1.8m Employment Type: Full-Time Client Description: Our client is a dynamic organization operating multiple business entities within Tanzania. They are seeking to recr...