Chief Accountant
2026-03-24T09:28:00+00:00
Mekonsult
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FULL_TIME
Dar es Salaam
Dar es Salaam
00000
Tanzania
Logistics
Accounting & Finance, Management, Business Operations
2026-04-10T17:00:00+00:00
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About us
MEKONSULT is a trusted provider of integrated asset management and risk mitigation solutions. We specialize in inventory management, physical verification, cargo superintendence, cargo survey, inspection services, warehouse inspections and collateral management—helping businesses enhance efficiency, compliance, and financial security. Our expert team ensures the safety, accuracy, and reliability of assets across various industries.
The Opportunity
Are you a seasoned finance professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for accuracy and integrity? MEKONSULT is seeking a qualified and experienced Chief Accountant to oversee our financial operations, ensure compliance, and provide strategic financial guidance to support sustainable business growth.
Responsibilities
Financial Management & Reporting: Prepare accurate and timely financial statements (income, balance sheet, cash flow) in compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
Budgeting & Forecasting: Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial plans aligned with business strategy.
Internal Controls & Compliance: Establish and maintain robust internal control systems to safeguard company assets and ensure regulatory compliance.
Tax Planning & Compliance: Oversee tax planning, filing, and statutory compliance; liaise with tax authorities and external auditors.
Cash Flow & Treasury Management: Monitor cash flow, manage banking relationships, and optimize financial resource utilization.
Team Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team to ensure high performance and adherence to best practices.
Financial Analysis & Advisory: Provide strategic insights and recommendations to management to support decision-making and growth.
Requirements
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or any relevant field.
- Minimum of 10 years of relevant working experience in accounting or finance.
- Must be a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
- Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to mentor, guide, and develop high-performing teams.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional collaboration and influence decision-making at senior levels.
- Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and accounting software.
- Excellent report writing and presentation skills.
- Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
- Excellent time management, planning, and organizational skills.
- High level of integrity, accountability, and attention to detail.
- Prepare accurate and timely financial statements (income, balance sheet, cash flow) in compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
- Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial plans aligned with business strategy.
- Establish and maintain robust internal control systems to safeguard company assets and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Oversee tax planning, filing, and statutory compliance; liaise with tax authorities and external auditors.
- Monitor cash flow, manage banking relationships, and optimize financial resource utilization.
- Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team to ensure high performance and adherence to best practices.
- Provide strategic insights and recommendations to management to support decision-making and growth.
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Ability to mentor, guide, and develop high-performing teams
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional collaboration
- Influence decision-making at senior levels
- Excellent strategic thinking
- Problem-solving abilities
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles
- Strong knowledge of financial reporting
- Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Proficiency in accounting software
- Excellent report writing skills
- Excellent presentation skills
- Strong analytical skills
- Decision-making skills
- Excellent time management skills
- Planning skills
- Organizational skills
- High level of integrity
- Accountability
- Attention to detail
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or any relevant field.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
JOB-69c25920377e9
Vacancy title:
Chief Accountant
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Logistics, Category: Accounting & Finance, Management, Business Operations]
Jobs at:
Mekonsult
Deadline of this Job:
Friday, April 10 2026
Duty Station:
Dar es Salaam | Dar es Salaam
Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, March 24 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
About us
MEKONSULT is a trusted provider of integrated asset management and risk mitigation solutions. We specialize in inventory management, physical verification, cargo superintendence, cargo survey, inspection services, warehouse inspections and collateral management—helping businesses enhance efficiency, compliance, and financial security. Our expert team ensures the safety, accuracy, and reliability of assets across various industries.
The Opportunity
Are you a seasoned finance professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for accuracy and integrity? MEKONSULT is seeking a qualified and experienced Chief Accountant to oversee our financial operations, ensure compliance, and provide strategic financial guidance to support sustainable business growth.
Responsibilities
Financial Management & Reporting: Prepare accurate and timely financial statements (income, balance sheet, cash flow) in compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
Budgeting & Forecasting: Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial plans aligned with business strategy.
Internal Controls & Compliance: Establish and maintain robust internal control systems to safeguard company assets and ensure regulatory compliance.
Tax Planning & Compliance: Oversee tax planning, filing, and statutory compliance; liaise with tax authorities and external auditors.
Cash Flow & Treasury Management: Monitor cash flow, manage banking relationships, and optimize financial resource utilization.
Team Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team to ensure high performance and adherence to best practices.
Financial Analysis & Advisory: Provide strategic insights and recommendations to management to support decision-making and growth.
Requirements
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or any relevant field.
- Minimum of 10 years of relevant working experience in accounting or finance.
- Must be a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
- Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to mentor, guide, and develop high-performing teams.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional collaboration and influence decision-making at senior levels.
- Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and accounting software.
- Excellent report writing and presentation skills.
- Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
- Excellent time management, planning, and organizational skills.
- High level of integrity, accountability, and attention to detail.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 120
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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Application Deadline: April 10, 2026.
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