Assistant Accountant (Accounts Payable)

Reporting to: Senior Accountant

Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Position: 1

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor compliance with TLS financial policies and procedures.
• Review all payable documents for completeness, validity, and accuracy before processing payments.
• Ensure timely processing of supplier payments based on reconciled invoices, purchase orders, and receiving documents.
• Monitor expenditures to ensure adherence to authorized levels.
• Maintain and reconcile petty cash, ensuring expenditures align with TLS financial policies.
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and expenditure reports.
• Support external and internal audit functions by providing necessary documentation.

Key Qualifications & Competencies:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or its equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounting, preferably in accounts payable roles.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Excel and accounting software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in financial reporting.

Why Join TLS?

• Be part of a dynamic and influential legal institution in Tanzania.
• Opportunity to lead and contribute to impactful programs and financial management.
• Work with a committed team dedicated to professional excellence and justice.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their CV and a cover letter detailing their suitability for the role to info@tls.or.tz, copy to recruitment@tls.or.tz with the subject line “Application for [Position Name].” Deadline for application: 16th April 2025.

For more details, visit our website: https://tls.or.tz

TLS is an equal opportunity employer. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.