SIMEON KATATANAMA
JF-Expert Member
- Apr 15, 2013
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About Fides Tanzania Ltd
Fides Tanzania Limited is a cut flowers company situated near Tengeru, about 17km from Arusha town. Fides Tanzania is one of the subsidiary of Dümmen Orange, the world’s largest breeder and propagator of cut flowers, bulbs, tropical plants, pot plants, bedding plants and perennials. The company employs over 7,700 people worldwide. In addition to a large marketing and sales network, Dümmen Orange has a diversified network of specialized production sites, one of which being Fides Tanzania Ltd.
The key to Dümmen Orange’s success is a broad and deep product range, supported by a global supply chain. The company embraces its social responsibilities and invests in the health, safety and personal development of its staff.
Fides Tanzania Ltd is currently looking for a strong, enthusiastic, committed and suitable Tanzanian to fill the following vacancy:
- ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT
Reporting to: Financial Controller
Job Summary:
Employee in this job correct, process and reconcile a wide variety of accounting documents such as invoices, billings, employee reimbursements, cash receipts, vendor statements, and journal vouchers; review and code financial information; prepare and process documents to disburse funds, make deposits and prepare reports; compile and review information for accuracy; and maintain records.
Work is performed by applying knowledge of accounting terminology and using spreadsheets and/or automated accounting systems.
Key Responsibilities includes:
1. Reconciliation of stocks
2. Filing Journal entries and Invoices
3. Assisting in:
a. Preparation of amounts payable to NSSF
b. Filling Suppliers VAT/TIN to suppliers sheet
c. Recording Petty Cash Expenses
d. Preparing envelops for casual payments
4. Reconciling of local creditors to suppliers statements versus General Ledger
5. To prepare Monthly Cost Analysis
6. Printing and Filling Sales Invoices from EFD/TRA machine
7. Monthly Bank Reconciliation
8. Partial payroll preparation
9. Keeping track of Insurance, road license, etc. for the company vehicles in timely manner
10. Proper filling and keeping of Invoices
11. Handling of Staff Loans and Salary Advances
12. Processes payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements and statements.
13. Calculates rates paid for purchases and all price extensions.
14. Verifies items billed against items ordered and received and reconciles differences through follow-up with the vendor and/or other employees.
15. Enters, updates, and/or retrieves accounting data from automated systems.
16. Posts financial data to appropriate accounts in an automated accounting system, according to instructions.
17. Reviews on-line transactions for changes and accuracy and corrects errors.
18. Retrieves system reports.
19. Disburses funds using petty cash and makes change according to specific instructions.
20. Endorses money orders, prepares account deposit ticket, and deposits money as directed.
21. Files and/or removes records and reports.
22. Operates standard office equipment.
23. Performs related work as assigned.
Qualifications:
a) A university degree or equivalent from a recognized University in Accounting, Finance or similar
b) Computer literacy esp. MS Office
c) Effective Communications Skills
d) Fluent in English both Speaking and Writing
e) Good organizational and time-management skills.
Must Have Knowledge of:
a) Accounting and bookkeeping terminology and practices.
b) Automated accounting systems- (Especially Intuit QuickBooks Enterprise Solution Ver 18.0)
c) Spreadsheets and database software.
d) General record keeping and filing systems.
Must be Able to:
a) Compare data from a variety of sources for accuracy and completeness.
b) Detect errors
c) Understand and apply current accounting guidelines, system updates and revisions, and policy changes.
d) Follow, apply, interpret, and explain instructions and/or guidelines
e) Determine work priorities
f) Make decisions and take appropriate actions.
g) Meet schedules and deadlines of the work area.
h) Compose routine correspondence and reports.
i) Type at acceptable speed.
j) To operate standard office equipment.
k) Reconcile and/or balance financial transactions and accounts.
l) Prepare and submit orders for purchase.
m) Assist others in solving work problems.
Experience:
At least three years working experience in similar post.
Experience in the horticultural companies will be an added advantage.
Mode of Applications:
Suitable candidates should send their application letter with the copies of their credentials and detailed CV with the names and contacts of two referees to the following email address (preferred):
HR.FT@DummenOrange.com
Or
The Managing Director
Fides Tanzania Ltd
P. O. Box 1304 Arusha, Tanzania.
Closing Date: 15th of January, 2019
NB: Only short listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Fides Tanzania Limited is a cut flowers company situated near Tengeru, about 17km from Arusha town. Fides Tanzania is one of the subsidiary of Dümmen Orange, the world’s largest breeder and propagator of cut flowers, bulbs, tropical plants, pot plants, bedding plants and perennials. The company employs over 7,700 people worldwide. In addition to a large marketing and sales network, Dümmen Orange has a diversified network of specialized production sites, one of which being Fides Tanzania Ltd.
The key to Dümmen Orange’s success is a broad and deep product range, supported by a global supply chain. The company embraces its social responsibilities and invests in the health, safety and personal development of its staff.
Fides Tanzania Ltd is currently looking for a strong, enthusiastic, committed and suitable Tanzanian to fill the following vacancy:
- ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT
Reporting to: Financial Controller
Job Summary:
Employee in this job correct, process and reconcile a wide variety of accounting documents such as invoices, billings, employee reimbursements, cash receipts, vendor statements, and journal vouchers; review and code financial information; prepare and process documents to disburse funds, make deposits and prepare reports; compile and review information for accuracy; and maintain records.
Work is performed by applying knowledge of accounting terminology and using spreadsheets and/or automated accounting systems.
Key Responsibilities includes:
1. Reconciliation of stocks
2. Filing Journal entries and Invoices
3. Assisting in:
a. Preparation of amounts payable to NSSF
b. Filling Suppliers VAT/TIN to suppliers sheet
c. Recording Petty Cash Expenses
d. Preparing envelops for casual payments
4. Reconciling of local creditors to suppliers statements versus General Ledger
5. To prepare Monthly Cost Analysis
6. Printing and Filling Sales Invoices from EFD/TRA machine
7. Monthly Bank Reconciliation
8. Partial payroll preparation
9. Keeping track of Insurance, road license, etc. for the company vehicles in timely manner
10. Proper filling and keeping of Invoices
11. Handling of Staff Loans and Salary Advances
12. Processes payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements and statements.
13. Calculates rates paid for purchases and all price extensions.
14. Verifies items billed against items ordered and received and reconciles differences through follow-up with the vendor and/or other employees.
15. Enters, updates, and/or retrieves accounting data from automated systems.
16. Posts financial data to appropriate accounts in an automated accounting system, according to instructions.
17. Reviews on-line transactions for changes and accuracy and corrects errors.
18. Retrieves system reports.
19. Disburses funds using petty cash and makes change according to specific instructions.
20. Endorses money orders, prepares account deposit ticket, and deposits money as directed.
21. Files and/or removes records and reports.
22. Operates standard office equipment.
23. Performs related work as assigned.
Qualifications:
a) A university degree or equivalent from a recognized University in Accounting, Finance or similar
b) Computer literacy esp. MS Office
c) Effective Communications Skills
d) Fluent in English both Speaking and Writing
e) Good organizational and time-management skills.
Must Have Knowledge of:
a) Accounting and bookkeeping terminology and practices.
b) Automated accounting systems- (Especially Intuit QuickBooks Enterprise Solution Ver 18.0)
c) Spreadsheets and database software.
d) General record keeping and filing systems.
Must be Able to:
a) Compare data from a variety of sources for accuracy and completeness.
b) Detect errors
c) Understand and apply current accounting guidelines, system updates and revisions, and policy changes.
d) Follow, apply, interpret, and explain instructions and/or guidelines
e) Determine work priorities
f) Make decisions and take appropriate actions.
g) Meet schedules and deadlines of the work area.
h) Compose routine correspondence and reports.
i) Type at acceptable speed.
j) To operate standard office equipment.
k) Reconcile and/or balance financial transactions and accounts.
l) Prepare and submit orders for purchase.
m) Assist others in solving work problems.
Experience:
At least three years working experience in similar post.
Experience in the horticultural companies will be an added advantage.
Mode of Applications:
Suitable candidates should send their application letter with the copies of their credentials and detailed CV with the names and contacts of two referees to the following email address (preferred):
HR.FT@DummenOrange.com
Or
The Managing Director
Fides Tanzania Ltd
P. O. Box 1304 Arusha, Tanzania.
Closing Date: 15th of January, 2019
NB: Only short listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.