Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, February 26, 2020 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
The Benjamin William Mkapa Foundation (BMF) is a non- profit Trust, which was established in 2006 with the general objective of supplementing and complementing the development efforts of the Government of the United Republic of Tanzania. We envision healthy lives and well-being for all, in Tanzania and the rest of Africa. This vision can be achieved through empowered workforce, which is self-motivated, committed to growth and integrity, and seeks excellence in execution. BMF seeks for innovative, self-driven, dynamic and competent qualified candidates to fill the below vacancy: –

Position Title: Payroll Accountant
Reports to: Finance Manager,
Department: Finance and Grants,
Duty Station: BMF Headquarters Office – Dar es Salaam

Overall Purpose of the Job:
A primary personnel for all payroll related payments of staff directly under BMF management and Project related staff that are located within Dar Es Salaam and upcountry transactions, filling of statutory deductions, update of all receipts for payroll deduction. Responsible for Calculation of taxes and prepare tax forms based on URT tax laws and regulations. Ensure that payroll processing is in compliance with the Laws of the country and in compliance to donor’s regulations and allocations. .

Job Specification:
Cash and bank reconciliation report
• Preparation of project staff Payroll - overseeing changes, deductions, taxes, etc.
• Analyze payroll issues and provide appropriate action plans.
• Generate periodic payroll reports to Managers for review.
• Monitor and review accounting and related system reports for accuracy and completeness in relation to Payroll charging
• Prepare and review budget, revenue, expense, payroll entries, invoices, and other accounting documents,
• Update BMF and projects cash books and ledgers

A. Update records in GL
• Ensure all funds received are receipted and banked on the date of receipt or following day
• Carry out bank reconciliations for all projects and Trust plus creditors and debtors reconciliation.
• Responsible for all salaries JVs and proper allocation of payroll expenditure to respective projects.
• Responsible for recording and assigning costs based on approved budget in BMF accounting system
• Reviews and monitors outstanding imprest report by paying close attention to imprests that have not been settled within 14 days after completion of an activity.
• Maintains, monitors, and disburses funds from the project bank account in accordance with BMF’s Financial Management Guidelines.
• Examine financial documents such as invoices, vouchers and other documents such as purchase orders to ensure the completeness, accuracy, and validity of financial data.
• Monthly remittances of withheld salary deductions such as PAYE, Pensions and others, to the relevant statutory bodies and other organizations and ensures the respective receipts are obtained in return
• Prepare accurately and timely Foundation’s and projects financial reports as required,
• Provide necessary support to internal and external auditors in completing audits

Job Skills: Not Specified

Qualifications & Experience
• First degree in Accounting or related field from recognized Institution.
• A minimum of three years’ experience working on similar roles, experience of working with Multi-Donor Funded projects will be an added advantage.
• Strong knowledge in computer application packages and payroll management is compulsory
• Specialized knowledge in Accounting packages such as ACCPAC application skills is an added advantage
• Good analytical skills with ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision.

Job Education Requirements: Not Specified

Job Experience Requirements: Not Specified

Work Hours: 8

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Job application procedure
For all interested candidate, please find detailed job requirement for each position from our website: www.mkapafoundation.or.tz
For all interested candidate send your achievement focused CV, copy of relevant academic certificates and cover letter addressed to the Chief Executive Officer, Benjamin W. Mkapa Foundation, via email: hr@mkapafoundation.or.tz
The deadline for application is on Monday, 9th March 2020
BMF is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity

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