Senior Accountant – Tax & Treasury at Sika Construction Tanzania

Sika Construction Chemicals Tanzania Ltd is a fully-owned subsidiary of the worldwide Sika Group that was established in Dar es Salaam, in 2016.

Since its establishment, Sika Tanzania has been creating different solutions for local construction projects, ready mix admixture plants and reaching the household consumer market through our distributors. Sika Tanzania provides, waterproofing solutions, sealing and bonding products, refurbishment, roofing, flooring, Industry products and structural/concrete strengthening solutions.

Sika Tanzania provides reasonable technical support and advice to clients to ensure proper application of products and desired outcomes are achieved. We are committed to provide sustainable solutions and reach local and other customers in nearby landlocked countries.

Job Description

Role / tasks:

• Prepare weekly and monthly cash forecasts to assist senior management in making decisions regarding liquidity management, investment planning and debt obligations.
• Prepare monthly/weekly payment plan.
• Prepare forex exposure report on monthly basis.
• Monthly Report on cash position.
• Ensure accurate and timely submission of all company tax returns (Vat, W/Tax and CIT and related documents).
• Prepare Tax defence files - keep tract all IC services invoices, evidence and supports.
• Perform Tax health checks and review on quarterly - VAT, W/tax.
• Keep Track of all intercompany transactions.
• Customers Master data management - updating new customer bank details.
• Monitoring customers credit terms and ensure are in line with company credit policy.
• Monthly review of account receivables with Sales heads and highlight on risk customers.
• Weekly Review of customers report and disseminate to Top Management and sales.
• Oversee the extension of credit to customers.
• Coordinate Internal and External Audits.
• Coordinate tax audits.
• Proactively liaise with Revenue Authority and resolve queries, as required.
• Supervision of A/R and A/P accountants
• Develop and implement internal control procedures for tax and treasury operations.

Assist in developing tax planning strategies to minimize the company’s tax liability

Qualifications

Education and experience

• Bachelor’s degree
• Five years of experience in accounting, treasury and tax
• Strong treasury, working capital, tax compliance, and reporting experience
• ERP proficiency – (SAP is required)
• Demonstrated ability to manage month-end close, financial reporting, and external audits independently

Additional Information

Special requirements

• Regular and on time attendance
• Will be required to work overtime
• Overseas travel may be required.

Competencies Required

• Should be proactive to raise queries and be able to provide solutions.
• Ability to work independently as part of a team.
• Good communicator and team player.
• Experience in financial modelling and forecasting.
• Should possess excellent inter-personal skills.