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Senior Accountant
About Reliance Group Limited
Reliance Group Limited has been a trusted name in trade across Tanzania since 2009, operating divisions in Agriculture, Logistics, Heavy Equipment, and Mobility. We are expanding our finance department and looking for an analytical and detail-oriented Senior Accountant based at our head office in Tegeta Nyaishozi, Wazo Industrial Area, Dar es Salaam.
Reports to: Finance Manager / Chief Accountant
Location: Head Office, Dar es Salaam
Contract Type: To be negotiated
Key Responsibilities
1. Financial Reporting & General Ledger
Oversee day-to-day general ledger operations, ensuring all financial transactions are accurately recorded in compliance with IFRS and company policies.
Prepare comprehensive monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Cash Flow Statement).
Manage month-end and year-end close processes, including bank reconciliations, accruals, prepayments, and fixed asset schedules.
2. Tax Compliance & Statutory Filings
Ensure full compliance with Tanzanian tax laws and regulations, preparing and filing timely returns for PAYE, SDL, NSSF, WHT, and VAT via the TRA portal.
Manage statutory audits and collaborate closely with external auditors to ensure smooth completion of annual audits.
Keep abreast of changes in tax regulations and advise management on potential financial impacts.
3. Accounts Payable & Receivable Oversight
Review and approve payment vouchers, vendor invoices, and expense claims, ensuring proper supporting documentation and budget adherence.
Monitor accounts receivable, follow up on outstanding customer balances, and oversee credit control procedures to maintain a healthy cash flow.
Manage payroll processing, ensuring accurate salary calculations, deductions, and statutory remittances.
4. Budgeting, Cost Control & Analysis
Assist management in the preparation and monitoring of annual departmental and corporate budgets.
Perform variance analysis by comparing actual financial results against budgets, investigating discrepancies, and reporting cost-saving opportunities.
Implement robust internal financial controls to safeguard company assets and mitigate financial risks.
Qualifications & Experience
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Corporate Finance, or a related field. Professional accounting qualification such as CPA (T), ACCA, or equivalent is mandatory.
Experience: Minimum of 4 to 6 years of solid accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a senior or supervisory accounting role (experience within trading, logistics, or heavy equipment industries is an added advantage).
Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and hands-on experience with modern ERP systems or accounting software (experience with Odoo ERP is highly preferred).
Tax & Regulatory Knowledge: In-depth working knowledge of Tanzanian tax laws (TRA regulations, EFD machine management, and electronic filing).
Core Competencies: High level of integrity, strong analytical mindset, excellent attention to detail, and strong leadership skills.
Languages: Fluent in both English and Swahili.
How to Apply
TAP / CLICK HERE TO APPLY (https://reliancegroup.odoo.com/jobs/senior-accountant-57) and attach your updated CV, professional certificates, and proof of CPA(T) or ACCA registration.
Deadline: 19th November 2026
About Reliance Group Limited
Reliance Group Limited has been a trusted name in trade across Tanzania since 2009, operating divisions in Agriculture, Logistics, Heavy Equipment, and Mobility. We are expanding our finance department and looking for an analytical and detail-oriented Senior Accountant based at our head office in Tegeta Nyaishozi, Wazo Industrial Area, Dar es Salaam.
Reports to: Finance Manager / Chief Accountant
Location: Head Office, Dar es Salaam
Contract Type: To be negotiated
Key Responsibilities
1. Financial Reporting & General Ledger
Oversee day-to-day general ledger operations, ensuring all financial transactions are accurately recorded in compliance with IFRS and company policies.
Prepare comprehensive monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Cash Flow Statement).
Manage month-end and year-end close processes, including bank reconciliations, accruals, prepayments, and fixed asset schedules.
2. Tax Compliance & Statutory Filings
Ensure full compliance with Tanzanian tax laws and regulations, preparing and filing timely returns for PAYE, SDL, NSSF, WHT, and VAT via the TRA portal.
Manage statutory audits and collaborate closely with external auditors to ensure smooth completion of annual audits.
Keep abreast of changes in tax regulations and advise management on potential financial impacts.
3. Accounts Payable & Receivable Oversight
Review and approve payment vouchers, vendor invoices, and expense claims, ensuring proper supporting documentation and budget adherence.
Monitor accounts receivable, follow up on outstanding customer balances, and oversee credit control procedures to maintain a healthy cash flow.
Manage payroll processing, ensuring accurate salary calculations, deductions, and statutory remittances.
4. Budgeting, Cost Control & Analysis
Assist management in the preparation and monitoring of annual departmental and corporate budgets.
Perform variance analysis by comparing actual financial results against budgets, investigating discrepancies, and reporting cost-saving opportunities.
Implement robust internal financial controls to safeguard company assets and mitigate financial risks.
Qualifications & Experience
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Corporate Finance, or a related field. Professional accounting qualification such as CPA (T), ACCA, or equivalent is mandatory.
Experience: Minimum of 4 to 6 years of solid accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a senior or supervisory accounting role (experience within trading, logistics, or heavy equipment industries is an added advantage).
Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and hands-on experience with modern ERP systems or accounting software (experience with Odoo ERP is highly preferred).
Tax & Regulatory Knowledge: In-depth working knowledge of Tanzanian tax laws (TRA regulations, EFD machine management, and electronic filing).
Core Competencies: High level of integrity, strong analytical mindset, excellent attention to detail, and strong leadership skills.
Languages: Fluent in both English and Swahili.
How to Apply
TAP / CLICK HERE TO APPLY (https://reliancegroup.odoo.com/jobs/senior-accountant-57) and attach your updated CV, professional certificates, and proof of CPA(T) or ACCA registration.
Deadline: 19th November 2026