Assistant Accountant - MWANZA
Abantu Mwanza, Tanzania
Job description
Key Responsibilities
• Assist the Finance Manager and Director in maintaining accurate, up-to-date daily financial accounts and transaction records.
• Prepare, verify, and reconcile financial documents, invoices, and expense reports specific to pharmaceutical operations.
• Ensure general ledgers, books, and tracking tools are maintained in full compliance with local accounting principles.
• Act as the frontline company representative during official, unannounced, or scheduled audits and visits from regulatory bodies.
• Confidently and professionally respond to inquiries from the Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA), the Labour Office, and other government entities.
• Ensure all statutory files, tax documents, and employment compliance records are perfectly organized and readily available for inspection.
Office Administration & Team Guidance
• Execute daily administrative duties to ensure smooth office and facility operations.
• Provide direct oversight and guidance to selected staff members.
• Interpret, explain, and enforce company rules, policies, and internal regulations to staff to maintain workplace alignment.
Key Requirements & Qualifications
• Degree in Accounting or relevant field
• 4 to 5 years of professional experience within the pharmaceutical industry is mandatory.
• Proven ability to work completely independently and efficiently without constant direct supervision.
• Outstanding interpersonal and verbal communication skills, with the professional presence required to handle government inspectors and labor officials confidently.
• Practical knowledge of TRA tax processes, Tanzanian labor regulations, and statutory compliance framework (including NSSF mechanisms).