Chief Accountant at Simiyu Co-operative Union

SIMIYU CO-OPERATIVE UNION (2018) LTD (SIMCU (2018) LTD)

Ref. No.AC/105/232/21

Nyaumata Street, P.O.Box 252, Bariadi-SIMIYU

06th November, 2025

JOB VACANCY

INTRODUCTION

Simiyu Cooperative Union Limited (SIMCU 2018 Ltd) with registration number 5493 was incorporated in Tanzania in 1994 under the Co-operative Societies ACT No.15 of 1991. SIMCU ltd is currently operating under the Cooperative Societies Act Na.06 of 2013. The union is domiciled and operates in Bariadi District in Simiyu Region. Our Vision is to become a strong Co-operative Union that provide good supervision, management skills to its Primary Co-operative Societies and the Community as well as to improve the economic standard of farmers and community development in Simiyu Region. SIMCU(2018) LTD is looking for Candidates to fill the following Vacancy:

CHIEF ACCOUNTANT (1 Post)

Nature and Scope

The successful candidate will report to the Board of Directors of SIMCU ltd and administratively to the General Manager. He/She will be the head of the Accounting and finance Department of Simiyu Cooperative Union (2018) ltd.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage the accounting department and monitor Financial reports on a daily basis.
• Ensure the accurate preparation and proper Maintenance of accounting records.
• Coordinate the budgeting process including the preparation of regular budget reports and controlling the organization's budget.
• Serve as a chief Financial advisor to the management and the Board of the Union.
• Ensure that all statutory returns are prepared and disbursed funds are released on time.
• Ensure that all payments made by the Union comply with TAX dedications, such as VAT, Corporate tax, Payee, withholding taxes etc..
• Prepare Monthly, quarterly, and annual financial returns.
• Design and implement Internal Controls for the Union Finances.
• Prepare statutory and Compliance reports in accordance with accepted accounting standard.
• Prepare and submit management and Internal Control reports to the Board of the Union.
• Respond to Audit queries in collaboration with the management team.
• Carry out any other related duties as may be assigned by the General Manager from time to time.

Qualifications, Knowledge, and Experience

• Must hold a Bachelor degree in Accounting, finance, Economics, B.com, Business Administration majoring in Finance or Accounting.
• Must be a Certified Public Accountant CPA (T) or ACCA, CFA registered by NBBA.
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience in accounting and financial management from a reputable organization.
• Must have skills in using ICT based accounting systems.

SALARY

As per SIMCU (2018) LTD Salary Scales.

MODE OF APPLICATION AND DEADLINE

Simiyu Co-operative Union Limited is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates should apply in writing to or lodge their applications at the address shown below, enclosing:

• Application letter showing how they meet the requirements of the position with reliable contacts stating name in full, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of the candidate.
• An up-to-date Curriculum Vitae with Names and full reliable contacts of at least three (3) referees.
• Applicants should send Copies of relevant academic/professional certificates as well as birth Certificate/National Id Card.
• All applicant must be citizens of Tanzania above 18 years of age and not more than 45 years old.
• Applicants shall base and stick on the strength of the information given in this advertisement.
• Applicants who studied abroad must attach proof of their qualifications/equivalence accreditation from local authorities (TCU/NACTE/NECTA).
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The closing date is: Applications should reach the undersigned not later than 4:00 pm on Thursday 20th November, 2025.

Applications should be addressed to:

General Manager, Simiyu Co-operative Union Limited, P. O. Box 252, BARIADI-SIMIYU.

Email: [email protected]

Issued by the Board Chaiperson.