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Career Opportunity: Assistant Accountant at Britam (Dar es Salaam)

 

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Britam is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented professional for the full-time position of Assistant Accountant to support financial processes, accounting transactions, and operational ledger reconciliations based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

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Position Overview

  • Job Title: Assistant Accountant
  • Employer: Britam
  • Industry: Insurance & Financial Services
  • Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
  • Employment Terms: Full-time
  • Salary: Competitive salary
  • Posted Date: August 25, 2026
  • Application Deadline: September 24, 2026

Job Purpose & Responsibilities

The Assistant Accountant will work closely with the finance team to handle routine financial transactions, maintain accurate accounting records, and assist with statutory compliance. Key responsibilities include:

  • Transactional Accounting: Process accounts payable, accounts receivable, payments, and general ledger journal entries in line with internal financial procedures.
  • Reconciliations & Verification: Conduct regular bank reconciliations, vendor statement reconciliations, and verify premium or financial receipts.
  • Compliance & Filings: Assist in preparing monthly statutory returns (such as VAT and withholding tax) and ensure supporting documents are properly archived.
  • Audit & Administrative Support: Provide required schedules and financial documentation during internal and external audits while supporting day-to-day administrative functions.

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.
  • Professional Qualifications: CPA/ACCA foundation stages or pursuing professional certification is an added advantage.
  • Experience: Practical experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or financial support roles (experience within insurance or financial services is preferred).
  • Technical Skills: Good command of MS Excel, sound knowledge of financial control procedures, and familiarity with accounting systems/software.

How to Apply

Interested candidates who meet the qualifications are encouraged to apply online through the official Britam recruitment portal:

👉 Click Here to Apply via Britam Careers Portal

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