Senior Accountant

The Arusha Technical College (ATC) is an autonomous institution established by the Government Notice No. 78 of 30th March 2007 that replaced the then Technical College Arusha that existed since 1978. The vision of ATC is to be a centre of excellence in training, research and consultancy in science and technology in Africa by 2020. In order to fulfill its functions properly, the College is seeking to recruit qualified and experienced Tanzanians to fill in the following vacancies:

Senior Accountant I - ( 1 POST)
Reports. to: College Bursar

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Daily supervision of Accounts Staff on all Accounting responsibilities.
Maintains books of Accounts and allied records and ensures that disbursements of funds are supported by adequate documents .
Prepares schedules, statements and other financial information for Management and Auditors on monthly, quarterly and annual basis as per ATC Financial Regulations and GMP.
Assists the Bursar in ensuring daily posting of transactions into Navision System ..
Ensures timely reconciliation of SL and GL
Ensures timely retirement of imprests and advances with timely measures against offenders.
Ensures annual budget is uploaded into Navision System on timely basis with strict adherence to the budget codes and limits.
Maintenance of updated Fixed Assets Register with proper charge of depreciation in consultation with the SSO.
Undertakes physical assets (Movable) count three weeks before year end in consultation with .the SSO.
Ensures timely preparation and posting of journal Vouchers for payroll matters including deductions with timely remittance to respective authorities.
Initiates and recommends improvement to the Accounting System;
Ensures availability of Bank reports three times a week
Performs any other duties assigned by his/her seniors

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Holder of Advanced Diploma or Bachelor Degree in Accountancy with CPA(T) or its equivalent qualification recognized by NBM and working experience of not less than seven (7) years in related professional duties from a recognized institution/organization. Knowledge of Ms Navision system will be an added advantage.
Holder of Masters Degree in Finance, Accounting or Business from a recognized institution with CPA(T) or equivalent qualification recognized by NBM and five (5) years working experience in related professional duties. Knowledge of Ms Navision system will be an added advantage. .

REMUNERATION
Attractive Remuneration package in accordance with the college Salary Scale PGSS 16

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

GENERAL REQUIREMENT FOR ALL APPLICANTS
All applicants must be Citizens of Tanzania and not above 45 years old
Applicants for senior positions currently employed in the public service are not restricted with the age of
45; and should route their application letters through their respective employers
Applicants must attach an up-to-date current Curriculum Vitae (CV) having reliable contact postal address, e-mail address and telephone numbers.
All applicants must submit signed application letters accompanied with the following:
Copies of relevant academic certificates, transcripts and birth certificate
Names and complete address of three reputable referees
Form IV and Form VI results Slips are strictly not accepted
Testimonials, Partial transcripts and results slips will not be accepted
Presentation of forged academic certificates and other information in the CV will necessitate to legal action .
Deadline for application is 29th June, 2015

Only short listed candidates will be informed on a date for interview
Application letters should be posted to the following address; .
Rector
Arusha Technical College,
Junction of Moshi - Arusha and Nairobi Roads
P.O. Box 296
ARUSHA