Accounts Assistant Vacancy at Watu Credit

Joy March 04, 2024

Accounts Assistant Vacancy at Watu Credit

Location: Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania, United Republic of

Job Identification:

Job Title: Accounts Assistant
Branch: HQ
Country: Tanzania
Department: Finance
Directly Reports to: Finance Manager

Job Purpose:

The Accounts Assistant at Watu Credit is responsible for assisting the finance team in basic bookkeeping and accounting tasks. This includes maintaining financial records, reconciling financial documents, managing fixed assets, tracking expenses, and improving overall accounting processes.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

Monitor daily communications and respond to queries.
Handle Withholding Tax deductions and upload them in the TRA System.
Ensure correctness of payments, amounts, and records.
Work with spreadsheets, sales and purchase ledgers, and journals.
Record and file cash transactions accurately.
Manage fixed assets and maintain a fixed asset register.
Maintain accurate invoice processing and filing.
Reconcile petty cash and expenses on a daily and weekly basis.
Communicate effectively with third-party providers, clients, and suppliers.
Update and maintain procedural documentation.
Write and issue cheques and TISS forms as required.
Reconcile dealership invoices and accounts meticulously.
Perform any other duties assigned by management.

Knowledge, Skills, and Qualifications:

2-3 years of work experience as an Accounts Assistant or Accounting Clerk.
Diploma in Accounting or a degree focused on accounting, business administration, finance, or economics.
Knowledge of basic bookkeeping procedures and finance regulations.
Strong math skills and ability to identify numerical errors.
Proficiency in MS Excel and accounting software.
Excellent organizational skills.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.

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