About Thomson Safaris Ltd

Thomson Safaris Ltd is a safari and tourism company operating in Tanzania. The company provides safari experiences and related travel services, with operations involving wildlife destinations and safari logistics.

Job Summary

Thomson Safaris Ltd is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Accounts Assistant to join its Finance team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for monitoring and analysing safari-related costs, reconciling cost variances, preparing financial reports, and ensuring the timely processing of permit payments to relevant authorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyse safari expenses against Basecamp costs and identify, investigate, and reconcile variances.
• Prepare variance reports, highlight discrepancies, and recommend corrective actions to strengthen cost control.
• Prepare and reconcile Profit and Loss (P&L) reports by job or trip, ensuring Basecamp balances are properly reconciled and cleared.
• Prepare monthly financial trip reports and job reconciliations related to safari operations.
• Ensure timely processing and payment of permits to relevant authorities, including TANAPA, NCAA, and WMA.
• Monitor changes in permit fees, requirements, and payment procedures.
• Maintain accurate and well-organised records of financial and transportation-related transactions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, regulations, and company policies.
• Work closely with Operations, Procurement, and other relevant departments to obtain accurate information and ensure proper cost allocation.
• Perform any other duties and responsibilities assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should possess the following qualifications and competencies:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Proven experience in cost accounting, variance analysis, and financial reporting.
• Good understanding of Tanzanian permit payment procedures and regulations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial or accounting software.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively within a team.
• Knowledge of relevant accounting standards and regulations.
• Experience in the tourism, transportation, or wildlife conservation industry will be an added advantage.

• Analyse safari expenses against Basecamp costs and identify, investigate, and reconcile variances.
• Prepare variance reports, highlight discrepancies, and recommend corrective actions to strengthen cost control.
• Prepare and reconcile Profit and Loss (P&L) reports by job or trip, ensuring Basecamp balances are properly reconciled and cleared.
• Prepare monthly financial trip reports and job reconciliations related to safari operations.
• Ensure timely processing and payment of permits to relevant authorities, including TANAPA, NCAA, and WMA.
• Monitor changes in permit fees, requirements, and payment procedures.
• Maintain accurate and well-organised records of financial and transportation-related transactions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, regulations, and company policies.
• Work closely with Operations, Procurement, and other relevant departments to obtain accurate information and ensure proper cost allocation.
• Perform any other duties and responsibilities assigned by the supervisor.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial or accounting software.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively within a team.
• Knowledge of relevant accounting standards and regulations.

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Proven experience in cost accounting, variance analysis, and financial reporting.
• Good understanding of Tanzanian permit payment procedures and regulations.
• Experience in the tourism, transportation, or wildlife conservation industry will be an added advantage.