Vacancy title:
Accounting Clerk

Jobs at:
Bethsaida Secondary School

Deadline of this Job:
28 March 2018

Duty Station:
Kinondoni, Mbezi, Tanzania

JOB DETAILS:
Bethsaida Secondary School located in Mpiji Magoe is looking for the accounting clerk.
The incumbent in this job is expected to assist the school in achieving its vision and mission. Customer focus, school service, and a willingness to assist as needed are expectations for all employees.
General Function:
Performs a variety of clerical tasks related to preparing and processing financial documents and information.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:

• Processes financial information which may include invoices, payments, credits, or payroll; enters data into computer system; reviews printouts for accuracy.
  
• Establishes and maintains files related to financial activities for department.
  
• Reviews financial reports for accuracy and/or to determine status of transactions; may monitor transactions such as accounts receivable; may take action or inform supervisor of delayed transactions.
  
• May gather and summarize financial data; may prepare reports on financial activity.
  
• Reviews financial information for accuracy; researches and resolves any problems, discrepancies. or disputes regarding accounts.
  
• Performs a variety of clerical tasks which may include matching documentation to transactions, preparing bank deposits, balancing and reconciling accounts, or distributing/mailing checks.
  
• May answer inquiries and provide information concerning policies and procedures or account status to vendors, students, faculty, and staff.
  
• May maintain, reconcile, and update monthly statements; may assist in operating cash register; may maintain list of certificates of resale.
  Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Experience with computer accounting software, Microsoft word and excel spreadsheets.
  
• Knowledge of all standard office equipment.
  
• Well organized, able to prioritize own work and that of the finance team.
  
• Quick learner interested in expanding knowledge and experience in non-profit, social services, etc., environment.
  
• Works independently as well as part of the team to accomplish monthly departmental goals.
  
• Exceptional customer service skills.
  
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  

Reporting Relationships:
Direction Received: Reports to Director of Administrative Services
Direction Given: Responsible for directing and monitoring the work of students and or temporary workers.

Minimum Requirements:

Basic Technician Certificate in Accountancy
1-3 years' experience in an office environment

Job application procedure
If you think you are the right person that we are looking for, please send us your CV, copies of certificates and other testimonials which you think will be an added advantage via our postal address or by hand:
Manager,
Bethsaida Secondary School,
P.O. Box 5237,
Dar es Salaam,
Mpiji Magoe
Plot No. 1..