Senior Accountant

Company: Active Mama

Location: Mafia Island, Tanzania

Industry: Finance & Accounting / Business Operations

Job Type: Full-Time (Senior Level)

Application Deadline: November 15, 2026

Job Overview

Active Mama is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Senior Accountant to lead its financial operations in Mafia, Tanzania. The Senior Accountant will be responsible for managing financial reporting, budget oversight, general ledger reconciliations, internal controls, and overall financial compliance for the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Management & Reporting: Oversee daily accounting functions, prepare timely financial statements, and reconcile ledger accounts.
• Budgeting & Internal Controls: Support budget development, monitor expenditure against allocations, and enforce strict internal financial controls.
• Tax & Regulatory Compliance: Ensure full compliance with Tanzanian tax laws (VAT, PAYE, withholding taxes) and statutory reporting obligations.
• Audit & Records Oversight: Maintain complete physical and digital financial records, leading audit readiness and liaising with external auditors.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education & Credentials: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Professional accounting qualification (e.g., CPA, ACCA) is highly desirable.
• Experience: Proven experience in a Senior Accountant or Lead Accountant role, handling complex financial accounting and compliance.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in financial accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Tally, SAP, or ERP systems) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Core Competencies: Strong analytical capabilities, integrity, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in Mafia.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) via email to: mamaactive7@gmail.com

• Target Position: Senior Accountant – Mafia
• Application Deadline: November 15, 2026