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Assistant Accountant Vacancy AnnouncementKilombero Valley Teak Company Limited (KVTC) is seeking to fill the position of Assistant Accountant. This role is crucial in supporting the Finance Department to ensure accurate financial reporting, compliance, and sound financial management.Reporting ResponsibilitiesThe Assistant Accountant reports to the Senior Accountant (SA) and Finance Manager (FiM) at KVTC.Duty StationMavimba, Ulanga District, Morogoro RegionJob ObjectiveThe Assistant Accountant is responsible for supporting the Finance Department in ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with statutory requirements, effective internal controls, and proper management of financial transactions. This role supports financial analysis, reconciliations, statutory compliance, and month-end and year-end processes to ensure sound financial management in line with KVTC policies and Tanzanian regulatory requirements.Key ResponsibilitiesManage accounts receivable and accounts payable processes.Review and verify payment requests, invoices, and supporting documents for accuracy and compliance before processing.Prepare and review monthly bank reconciliations and resolve reconciling items promptly.Prepare monthly journal entries, accruals, and prepayments, and ensure accurate posting in the accounting system.Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.Reconcile general ledger accounts and ensure proper ledger management.Support statutory compliance, including PAYE, NSSF, WCF, SDL, VAT, and other tax-related filings.Prepare schedules and documentation required for internal and external audits.Monitor budget utilization and provide variance analysis as required.Support cash flow monitoring and forecasting activities.Participate in stock counts and inventory verification in collaboration with Stores and Operations teams.Ensure proper maintenance and archiving of financial records.Ensure compliance with KVTC financial policies, procedures, and Tanzanian statutory requirements.Adhere to Safety, Health & Environment (HSE) policies and procedures.Other ResponsibilitiesProduce written financial reports as required.Perform any other related duties as assigned by the Senior Accountant or Finance Manager.Qualifications and ExperienceBachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.CPA (T) – Intermediate level or above is an added advantage.Minimum three (3) years’ relevant experience in accounting or finance.Experience in financial reporting and reconciliations.Good knowledge of Tanzanian tax and statutory compliance requirements.Experience working with accounting software systems.Strong computer skills (Excel, Word, Outlook, accounting systems).Good communication skills in English and Kiswahili.High level of integrity, attention to detail, and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.How to ApplyApplicants should email their CV, copies of certificates, and application letter not later than 28th February 2026 to: HRM@kvtc-tz.com.Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted and scheduled for interviews.Company Information:Kilombero Valley Teak Company LimitedRegistered Office: 18 Chole Road, Masaki, Dar es Salaam, TanzaniaPO Box 655, Ifakara, TanzaniaTel: +255 679 142 886Web: www.kvtc.co.tz