Senior Accountant at Ando Roofing Products Tanzania

As a Senior Accountant at Ando Roofing Products Ltd, you will be crucial in overseeing the company’s financial health and sustainability. This role requires you to ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), provide accurate financial reporting, and offer strategic financial insights to guide decision-making. You will also be responsible for leading the planning, implementation of systems, financial controls, team supervision, and risk mitigation to enhance profitability, optimize expenditure, and support the company’s strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and consolidate financial reports for all company divisions.
• Analyze financial performance and report variances to management.
• Monitor expenditures and revenues against budgets and recommend corrective actions.
• Assist in preparing annual budgets and long-term financial forecasts.
• Manage cash flow plans, source funds, and oversee the use of loans and overdrafts.
• Lead the transition to and maintenance of computerized accounting systems (SAP and manual).
• Ensure adherence to internal financial control procedures and mitigate risks.
• Ensure compliance with tax and statutory requirements and support internal and external audits.
• Supervise accounting staff, oversee payroll, and authorize payments.
• Oversee banking operations and importation procedures.
• Advise the Managing Director and Director – Accounts Operations on financial matters.
• Review existing accounting processes and recommend improvements.
• Facilitate training and capacity-building within the finance department.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA+ qualification preferred).
• A minimum of 5 years of accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a senior role.
• Experience with accounting software (preferably SAP) and proficiency in Excel.
• Demonstrated experience in financial reporting, budgeting, and cost control.
• Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• High integrity and professionalism.