PROJECT ACCOUNTANT

TANZANIA RED CROSS SOCIETY

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

PROJECT ACCOUNTANT

Tanzania Red cross  society ( TRCS) is one of the largest  humanitarian organization in Tanzania . Its  mission is to be the  leading humanitarian organization in Tanzania delivering excellent quality service of  preventing and alleviating human suffering. TRCS is looking for a  qualified person to fill the above position to support two of its projects- integrated HIV/AIDS  and building community. Resilience in Geita Regional. The two projects are supported by and implemented in close collaboration with American Red cross. The position is full time based in TRCS township manager based at the headquarters in Dar es salaam. The project Accountant has accountability for financial and materials of the two projects.

Specific duties and accountabilities:

.Financial planning, budgeting and high quality& timely reporting for the projects.

.Training, supporting and advising project staff financial, budgeting and related compliance matters.

.Managing project funds and materials assets including cash flow,  cost control, payments,and payroll oversight.

.Advising project managers and staff on financial matters including supporting work planning budgeting, cash forecasting, and analysis of budget spending

Ensure compliance with internal control procedures, procurement, and asset management.

Supporting and coordinating project audits as needed.

Qualifications and Expectations: Bachelor of commerce related, major in Accounting , and  CPA (T) as added value, At least five years professional work experience with humanitarian or  development agencies in finance or accounting role. Good knowledge of  USAID rule and regulations, and Tanzania Government finance  regulations. Demonstrate ability to develop and strong written and verbal computer spreadsheets and accounting packages knowledge Of NAVISION  is highly desirable he/she has to be flexible, willing to travel and have ability to achieve results through collaborative work.

Applications ( clearly written APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF PROJECT ACCOUNTANT  on subject line and also on the application  envelope) should  be address to the address below and  revised on or before 5:00pm . Thursday, 30 April, 2015  The application should include cover little, detailed CV, Contact information for 3 referees and photocopies of certificates and transcripts. The secretary General , Tanzania Red cross society, P.O. Box 1133, Dar es salam, Tanzania.

        Source: The Guardian 21st application April 2015