Accountant at E&E Professional College of Njombe, Tanzania
The E&E Professional College of Njombe (Herein after referred to as the “PCN”) is a VETA (Vocational and Educational Training Authority) professional college that currently offers Livestock, Agriculture, Masonry, and Carpentry at Njombe region. Currently is looking for an Accountant who will be able to meet the below requirements:
JOB SUMMARY
· Perform highly specialized accounting work required to maintain the Institution’s general ledger.
· Perform daily activities of accounting and accurately record revenues, expenditures, assets, and liabilities of the Institution.
· Responsible for preparing annual financial statements and coordinating the Institution’s annual audit.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Ensure accurate and appropriate recording and analysis of revenues and expenses.
Resolve accounting discrepancies and irregularities.
Ensure accurate and appropriate recording and analysis of revenues and expenses.
Establish and monitor the implementation and maintenance of accounting control procedures.
Prepare profit and loss statements and monthly closing and cost accounting reports.
Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts, and document business transactions.
Analyze financial information to recommend or develop efficient use of resources and procedures, provide strategic recommendations and maintain solutions to business and financial problems.
Explain billing invoices and accounting policies to staff, vendors and clients.
· Make and implement recommendations to improve accounting processes and procedures.
· Performs other duties as assigned or required.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
· Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Governmental Accounting Standards.
· Ability to develop and establish financial policies and procedures.
· Ability to work independently, with little supervision.
· Ability to effectively direct and supervise.
· Knowledge of operating and capital budget concepts.
· Ability to analyze financial data and to prepare accurate reports in a timely fashion.
· Knowledge of policies and practices associated with payroll and benefits administration.
· Knowledge and ability in the use of a personal computer and software applications (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, etc.).
· Strong organizational skills and the ability to maintain detailed records.
· Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally.
· Ability to work effectively under stressful conditions.
· Ability to exercise initiative and sound judgment and to react with discretion under varying conditions.
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
· A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree with an emphasis in Accounting.
· At least one year of progressive experience.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Interested applicants are requested to submit their CV, including contact details for 3 references, and a covering letter explaining why you are best suited for the position before the close of business on 23rd May, 2014. Applications should be addressed to the General Director, The E&E Professional Collage of Njombe, PO Box 807, Njombe or sent via e-mail to lchisokole@yahoo.com stating the position being applied for in the subject line. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted one week after the closing date.
