Job Vacancy: Assistant Accountant

Location: Arusha, Tanzania
Application Deadline: 20th May 2025
Company: Dümmen Orange – Fides Tanzania Ltd

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About the Role

Dümmen Orange is a global leader in horticulture, dedicated to innovation and excellence in plant breeding. We are looking for a detail-oriented Assistant Accountant to support our finance team in managing daily accounting tasks, financial reporting, and compliance.

This role is ideal for someone with strong analytical skills, a solid accounting background, and the ability to work efficiently in a team-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Reporting & Compliance

✔ Prepare and process payments for NSSF and WCF contributions.
✔ Ensure VAT e-filing is completed accurately and on time.
✔ Manage PAYE and SDL payments to TRA.
✔ Prepare monthly cost analysis reports.
✔ Assist in the preparation of annual statutory and TRA audits.
✔ Prepare and submit EPZA reports (monthly & quarterly).
✔ Ensure timely reconciliation of sales and VAT accounts.

2. Accounts Payable & Reconciliation

✔ Handle petty cash transactions and ensure proper documentation.
✔ Reconcile local creditor accounts by matching supplier statements with the general ledger.
✔ Perform monthly bank reconciliations.
✔ Maintain proper filing of invoices and financial documents.

3. Payroll & Employee Benefits Management

✔ Process monthly payroll and ensure timely reconciliation.
✔ Manage staff loans and salary advances.
✔ Verify invoices against orders and reconcile discrepancies with vendors.

4. Budgeting & Cash Flow Management

✔ Assist in company budget preparation, working closely with the Finance Manager and Managing Director.
✔ Monitor cash flow, process payments, and verify documentation before disbursement.
✔ Support budget projections and financial reviews.

5. Import & Export Financial Management

✔ Utilize the TANCIS system to process imports and exports according to regulations.

6. Other Duties

✔ Assist in any additional accounting and finance tasks as directed by the Finance Manager and Managing Director.

Required Qualifications & Skills

✅ Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

✅ Experience & Skills:

Strong analytical and finance skills.
Experience in invoice processing and accounting systems.
Proficiency in financial documentation and reporting.
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
Ability to work effectively onsite and in a team-driven environment.
Experience in the horticultural industry is a plus.

Why Join Us?

🌱 Work in a global horticultural company with career growth opportunities.
📊 Gain hands-on experience in financial reporting, auditing, and compliance.
🤝 Be part of a collaborative and professional finance team.

How to Apply

Send your application letter, updated CV, and copies of education certificates along with any relevant supporting documents via email or postal mail:

📧 Email: HR.FT@DummenOrange.com

📩 Postal Address:
Managing Director
Fides Tanzania Ltd
P.O. Box 1304, Arusha, Tanzania

🛑 Application Deadline: 20th May 2025

🚀 Don’t miss out on this opportunity—apply today!