Financial Accountant

Job number	6247BR
Job title	Financial Accountant
Location/City	Tanzania
Appointment type	Permanent
Job purpose and key deliverables	Requirement Overview Planning, developing and controlling all aspects associated with the completion of local statutory reporting and tax issues, preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual Financial Statements in compliance with local and International Financial Reporting Standards and maintenance a strong internalcontrol environment. Key Responsibilities General Ledger Maintenance and Reporting Ensure data is captured in the appropriate system as required within the set deadlines. Control and review of the general ledger and co-ordination of the general ledger Month end closures Reconciliations of critical Balance sheets accounts (accounts receivable, accounts payables, bank balances and fixed assets) on a monthly basis within the set timelines Managing the company’s debt at inter-company and third party level as well as supplier payments to ensure effective management of workingcapital. Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual Financial Accounts, in compliance with local, UK GAAP (United Kingdom General Accepted Accounting Principles) and IFRS (International Financial Reporting standards). Tax Management Preparations and calculations of tax provisions for monthly Financial accounts Assist in the preparations of local tax returns, and complete UK tax schedules. Ensure that payment of taxes is done on time in full. Management & Relationship Implement control procedures and recommendations from audits on time in full to ensure a robust internal control environment Ensure that tax and treasury risks are addressed to ensure minimal risk to the company Liaise and maintain favourable working relations with the Company bankers, external auditors, Tax consultants and the Tanzania Revenue Authority as well as the BAT Above Market team
Essential requirements	University Degree in Finance, Accounting or related field.   Professional accounting qualification e.g. CPA, ACCA.   At least 3 years of finance experience in a multinational company.   Thorough understanding and knowledge of financial management and systems.   Ability to work with minimum supervision   Good communication and influencing skills   Ability to work and relate with internal customers and external business partners   Result oriented, self-driven, innovative and excellent planning ability
Working at BAT	British American Tobacco (www.bat.com) is a market leading, global organisation with a long, established history and a bright and dynamic future. Thanks to our people we have continued to deliver growth and exceed expectations in an increasingly complex and challenging marketplace. Our aim is to become the leading tobacco company in each of our markets by providing excellent products with confidence and responsibility expected of global consumer brands. If you have the talent and motivation to help us succeed you’ll find we are equally committed to helping you reach your full potential too.
Employing company	British American Tobacco Area Limited
Removal Date	10-Feb-2015