Assistant Accountant Job Vacancy at University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM)

Unlock Opportunities as Assistant Accountant – TGCL Vacancy

Introduction:

The Tanzanian-German Centre for Eastern African Legal Studies (TGCL) is opening its doors to qualified Tanzanians for an exciting opportunity. TGCL invites applications for the position of Assistant Accountant on an annual contract basis. If you have a passion for finance and meet the specified qualifications, this could be your chance to contribute to an esteemed institution.

Job Title: Assistant Accountant

Qualification and Experience:

Prospective candidates are required to meet the following academic and professional criteria:

• Good Form VI certificate
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting, or a relevant degree from a recognized institution
• One (1) year of working experience in a similar position is advantageous
• Knowledge of Procurement procedures and IT is an added advantage

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

The ideal candidate should possess:

• Knowledge of bookkeeping procedures
• Understanding of accounting principles
• Familiarity with the preparation process for financial statements in line with generally accepted accounting principles
• Analytical skills for interpreting financial records
• Proficiency in analyzing, preparing, checking, and balancing routine fiscal transactions and accounts
• Ability to prepare accurate financial statements

Main Duties:

As the Assistant Accountant, your responsibilities will include:

• General management of TGCL accounts
• Preparation of accounting records, financial statements, and other financial reports with a focus on accuracy and completeness
• Handling payments by cash, cheques, or other forms of payment in common use in Tanzania
• Maintenance of accounting records and balancing accounts through double-entry bookkeeping
• Preparation and disbursement of staff salaries and student allowances
• Utilization of computerized accounting systems for maintaining accurate records
• Processing bills for payment, filing, and tallying deposits
• Communication with banks and project partners
• Assistance in organizing TGCL events and other activities as directed by the Coordinator

Terms of Service: The successful candidate will be offered a one-year contract, subject to a three-month probationary period.

Remuneration: An attractive remuneration package awaits the successful candidate.

Mode of Application:

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply in confidence, providing detailed CVs, photocopies of relevant certificates and transcripts, and reference letters from at least two referees (hard copies only).

Soft copies of applications should be forwarded to the following email address:
magabirolilian@gmail.com and copied to petro.protas26@gmail.com

Applications should be sent to:

TGCL Coordinator
University of Dar-es-Salaam School of Law
P. O. Box 35093
University of Dar-es-Salaam
Dar-es-Salaam

[Hard copies to be delivered to the TGCL office – UDSM Mikocheni campus opposite Mikocheni B Police post – directly]

The deadline for applications is January 2, 2024.

Visit TGCL’s website for additional information: www.tgcl.uni-bayreuth.de

Note: This advertisement is also available on TGCL’s website. Explore this exciting opportunity to be part of TGCL’s financial team, contributing to the excellence of legal studies in the region. Apply now!

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