Senior Accountant

Organization: Dar es Salaam Stock Exchange PLC (DSE)

Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Employment Type: Full-Time (Professional)

Application Deadline: November 20, 2026

Job Overview

The Dar es Salaam Stock Exchange PLC (DSE) is seeking a suitably qualified, competent, and results-oriented professional with high integrity to fill the position of Senior Accountant. The Senior Accountant will support the Chief Financial Officer in ensuring accurate financial reporting, effective financial controls, regulatory compliance, and efficient financial operations of the DSE Group. The role oversees accounting processes, financial reporting, statutory obligations, and adherence to accounting standards and internal policies.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting: Maintain accurate accounting records and prepare financial statements, trial balances, and monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Payables & Receivables: Manage accounts payable and receivable, including supplier payments, creditor reconciliations, revenue accounting, and collection of outstanding receivables.
• Asset Management: Maintain and reconcile the DSE Group’s fixed assets register, ensuring proper recording and reporting of assets.
• Statutory Compliance: Prepare and submit statutory tax returns (such as VAT and City Service Levy) and other statutory obligations within prescribed deadlines.
• Audit Coordination: Coordinate internal and external audits, prepare audit schedules, and respond to audit queries.
• Management Reporting: Prepare monthly and quarterly financial management reports and provide financial analysis and insights to support management decision-making.
• Process Improvement: Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and regulatory requirements while identifying opportunities to improve financial systems and operational efficiency.

Qualifications & Requirements

1. Education & Professional Certification

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, BCom in Accounting, Bachelor of Accounting and Finance, or any finance-related degree majoring in Accounting and Finance.
• Professional Certification:
  • Must be a Certified Public Accountant – CPA (T).
  • Must be registered with the National Board of Accountants and Auditors (NBAA) as an Approved Accountant.
• Added Advantages:
  • Master’s Degree in Finance, Business Administration, or equivalent.
  • Securities Markets Certification recognized by the Regulator.
  • Securities Investment & Trading (SIT) Certification.

2. Work Experience

• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant professional experience in accounting or financial management, preferably within a reputable organization or financial institution.

3. Knowledge, Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), and statutory compliance.
• Expertise in financial reconciliations, taxation, accounts management, and financial controls.
• Proficiency in financial management systems and accounting software.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and financial planning capabilities.
• Understanding of capital markets, financial sector operations, corporate governance, and risk management.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills with high integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail.

Remuneration

A competitive remuneration package will be offered.

How to Apply

Application Channel: Online applications only via the DSE website.

Website: www.dse.co.tz (Navigate to the “Career” section).

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Requirement: Applicants must complete the application by providing all required information; incomplete applications will not be considered.

Deadline: Submissions must be completed on or before November 20, 2026.

DSE is an equal opportunity employer.