Chief Accountant

Nature and scope

The successful candidate will report to the General Manager.  He/She will be responsible for maintenance of books of accounts, financial reporting and routine processing of the transactions relating to Finance. He/She will supervise the financial budgeting process, payment to suppliers as well as formulation of internal controls to safeguard the financial resources of the Joint Enterprise.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise the accounts department and monitor financial information on a daily basis;
• Ensure that accounting records are accurately and properly prepared and maintained;
• Co‑ordinate budgeting exercise including production of regular budget reports and budgetary control;
• Chief advisor to the management and Board of Directors on all financial matters of the Joint Enterprise;
• Ensure all statutory returns are prepared and remittances are made in time;
• Ensure KCJE complies with all tax matters i.e. VAT, corporate tax, PAYE, withholding tax etc;

• Prepare relevant monthly/quarterly and annual returns;
• Design and implement internal financial controls;
• Carry out transaction settlements in accordance with authorization mandates and in observance of prudence and existing internal controls;
• Prepare all statutory and regulatory reports in line with accepted accounting standards;
• Provide guidance to the Management on issues pertaining to accounting as well as financial and regulatory reporting;
• Prepare and submit Management and regulatory reports to the Board; and
• Carry out any other related duties as may be assigned by General Manager from time to time.

Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience:

• Holder of Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy/Finance or related field from recognised higher learning institutions;
• Holder of an internationally recognized accountancy qualification such as CPA(T) or ACCA registered by NBAA;
• Minimum of 3 years of overall experience in Chief Accountant, with at least 2 years in a senior or leadership role, preferably within an agricultural cooperative or similar.

MODE OF APPLICATION

KCJE is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates should submit their written applications using the address shown below, enclosing:

1. An application letter showing how they meet the requirements of the position
2. An Up-to-date Curriculum Vitae
3. Contacts stating the name in full, telephone numbers and email addresses of the candidate
4. Applicants who studied abroad for Form IV and VI should attach proof of their certificates from the Tanzania Examination Council
5. Applicants who studied in universities abroad should attach proof of their qualifications from the Tanzania Universities Commission (TCU)
6. Transcript and Professional results only, without a certificate, will not be accepted
7. Certified Copies of relevant certificates and proof or evidence of nationality; and
8. Names and Full contact information of three (3) referees.

Applications can be submitted in person or by post to the address below, or candidates can also send their application via the email address provided.

Closing date:

Applications should reach the undersigned not later than 5:00 pm on 4^th October, 2025

• Applicants must indicate the position applied for on top of the envelope with the application letter
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

To Apply:

visit www.koroshocje.coop