About Us

We are an expanding multi-branch retail operations chain based in Zanzibar, Tanzania.

The Role

We are seeking a motivated and results-driven Tanzanian Accountant, who will be based in Zanzibar to manage our day-to-day accounting and finance requirements .

The successful candidate will be able to close books of accounts, prepare monthly reports to management, cash-flow forecasts, and oversee reconciliations. They should be comfortable with the ambiguity of a scaling business and able to build systems, not just maintain them.

Experienced in a retail or inventory-intensive business, with ERP experience; Odoo is a strong advantage.

The role requires experience in inventory valuation accuracy, cash control assurance, gross-margin visibility and accuracy, landed-cost validation, budgeting and forecasting, SOP/audit compliance, P&L and Tanzanian tax knowledge and statutory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate, complete and up-to-date accounting records.
• Monitor revenue, expenses, cash flow and overall financial performance.
• Provide management with relevant financial analysis and insights to support informed decision-making.
• Maintain proper financial documentation and audit trails for all transactions.
• Support external audits as required.
• Prepare monthly financial reports and summaries for management.
• Process monthly payroll accurately and within stipulated timelines.
• Ensure accurate computation, deduction and remittance of statutory contributions and taxes.
• Liaise with relevant statutory bodies, auditors and tax advisers as required.
• Maintain accurate accounting records for operational stock.
• Support regular stock-taking, stock reconciliations and investigations into inventory variances.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and prepare periodic stock reports.
• Work closely with Warehouse, Retail Stores, Procurement, Operations and other relevant teams to strengthen inventory controls and accountability.
• Monitor operating expenses and identify opportunities to improve cost efficiency.
• Manage petty cash and other business-related expenditures.
• Monitor operational costs and ensure accurate recording in the accounting system.
• Ensure effective financial controls, approval procedures, documentation and filing systems are maintained.
• Provide management with timely and accurate financial information to facilitate planning and decision-making.
• Identify gaps in existing financial processes and recommend practical improvements.

Key Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• At least 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Experience working in a retail or inventory-intensive business is an added advantage.
• Demonstrated experience in financial reporting, reconciliations and cash-flow management.
• Practical experience in costing, inventory valuation, variance analysis and cost control.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems; Odoo is a strong advantage.
• Knowledge of Tanzanian tax and statutory compliance requirements.

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical, numerical and problem-solving skills.
• High level of accuracy, integrity and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative and meet strict deadlines.
• Strong understanding of financial controls and accountability.
• Must be based in or willing to move to Zanzibar at your own arrangements.

Method of Application