Senior Accountant

• Organization: Dar es Salaam Stock Exchange PLC (DSE)
• Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
• Employment Type: Full-Time (Professional)
• Application Deadline: November 20, 2026

Job Overview

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting: Maintain accurate accounting records and prepare financial statements, trial balances, and monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Payables & Receivables: Manage accounts payable and receivable, including supplier payments, creditor reconciliations, revenue accounting, and collection of outstanding receivables.
• Asset Management: Maintain and reconcile the DSE Group’s fixed assets register, ensuring proper recording and reporting of assets.
• Statutory Compliance: Prepare and submit statutory tax returns (such as VAT and City Service Levy) and other statutory obligations within prescribed deadlines.
• Audit Coordination: Coordinate internal and external audits, prepare audit schedules, and respond to audit queries.
• Management Reporting: Prepare monthly and quarterly financial management reports and provide financial analysis and insights to support management decision-making.
• Process Improvement: Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and regulatory requirements while identifying opportunities to improve financial systems and operational efficiency.

Qualifications & Requirements

1. Education & Professional Certification

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, BCom in Accounting, Bachelor of Accounting and Finance, or any finance-related degree majoring in Accounting and Finance.
• Professional Certification:
  • Must be a Certified Public Accountant – CPA (T).
  • Must be registered with the National Board of Accountants and Auditors (NBAA) as an Approved Accountant.
• Added Advantages:
  • Master’s Degree in Finance, Business Administration, or equivalent.
  • Securities Markets Certification recognized by the Regulator.
  • Securities Investment & Trading (SIT) Certification.

2. Work Experience

• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant professional experience in accounting or financial management, preferably within a reputable organization or financial institution.

3. Knowledge, Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), and statutory compliance.
• Expertise in financial reconciliations, taxation, accounts management, and financial controls.
• Proficiency in financial management systems and accounting software.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and financial planning capabilities.
• Understanding of capital markets, financial sector operations, corporate governance, and risk management.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills with high integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail.

Remuneration

• A competitive remuneration package will be offered.

How to Apply

• Application Channel: Online applications only via the DSE website.
• Website: www.dse.co.tz (Navigate to the “Career” section).
• TAP / CLICK HERE TO APPLY NOW
• Requirement: Applicants must complete the application by providing all required information; incomplete applications will not be considered.

📅 Deadline: Submissions must be completed on or before November 20, 2026.

DSE is an equal opportunity employer.