Junior Accountant

  • RTI International
  • Dar es salaam
Posted about 1 year ago
About the job
  • Job Type : Full Time

  • Industry : Finance/Accountancy and Auditing/Business Administration

  • Education Level : Junior Level

Job Description

Junior Accountant

220LI

Job Summary:

Under the direct supervision of the Finance Manager, the Junior Accountant is responsible for the day-to-day accounting function of the Project. He/She will be utilizing the appropriate systems and following proper accounting procedures to disburse, account for, and report usage of funds. This position will process staff travel advances and payment of vendors among other tasks.

Essential Duties:

  • Processes payments for staff travel advances, ensuring advances are liquidated on time and accurately
  • Prepare payment vouchers in support of payments for project activities and suppliers invoices confirming such payments are: in accordance with the laid down procedures and policies, accurate, complete, adequately supported by all underlying appropriate documents, correctly coded to appropriate expenses and tracking code and project code.
  • Raises journal vouchers or share journals with Finance Manager for necessary review and approval
  • Provides support in compile and submission of the monthly financial reports package for the Tuhifadhi Maliasili Project.
  • Address monthly financial reports review comments raised by the accountant in relation to travel and activity advances & respective liquidations.
  • Reviews sub-grantees financial documents in consultation with the Grant Manager.
  • Assist in the compilation of pretty cash records as well as conduct surprise/monthly petty cash counts.
  • Make payments to workshop participants (including travel and meals refunds) as designated by the supervisor
  • Process Payment to suppliers and employees
  • Accounting/keep track of expenses and other financial transactions, mainly involving expense entry, tracking and record keeping.
  • Ensure adequate filing of finance documents
  • In collaboration with Project Accountant, compile and deliver monthly Value Added Tax (VAT) refund claims packages to USAID for endorsement and subsequent processing in accordance with USAID Value Added Tax Allowability Guidance.
  • Follow up with National Social Security Fund (NSSF) to ensure that all payments to NSSF for employer and employee social security contributions are receipted and that individual staff contributions records with NSSF are updated monthly.
  • Maintain records of RTI registration documents (in hard and soft copy) with relevant Government of Tanzania authorities (i.e NSSF, WCF, TRA) and facilitate access to online portals through maintenance/updating of relevant user information and passwords.
  • Performs other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Minimum Required Education & Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in finance field with 1 year experience or Diploma with 3 year of experience or equivalent combination of both the academic and professional experience in relevant professional field.

 

Skills & Abilities

  • Preferred experience and knowledge of USAID accounting policies and procedures. 
  • Excellent knowledge of MS Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Ability to work well with others
  • Ability to listen and communicate well both verbally and in writing
  • Ability to work independently
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to obtain proper security clearances as noted by contracts
  • Proficiency in English is required

As a global employer of choice, RTI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging in the workplace and the communities and markets where we serve our mission. We value diversity of thought, culture, background and perspective and welcome applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, creed, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable discrimination laws or RTI policy.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Further information is available here.

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RTI International is an independent, nonprofit research institute dedicated to improving the human condition. Clients rely on us to answer questions that demand an objective and multidisciplinary approach—one that integrates expertise across the social and laboratory sciences, engineering, and international development. We believe in the promise of science, and we are inspired every day to deliver on that promise for the good of people, communities, and businesses around the world. 

 

About the Company

RTI International is an independent, nonprofit research institute dedicated to improving the human condition. Our vision is to address the world's most critical problems with science-based solutions in pursuit of a better future. Clients rely on us to answer questions that demand an objective and multidisciplinary approach—one that integrates expertise across the social and laboratory sciences, engineering, and international development

RTI International has worked in Tanzania for 25 years, providing technical assistance, institutional strengthening, program support, and research. We design and implement programs across a wide range of sectors to help low- and middle- income countries and communities address complex problems and improve the lives of their citizens. Working with local partners and stakeholders, our solutions promote sustainability, self-reliance and success at scale.

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