Job Opportunities at ASA Microfinance, Accounts Assistants

2 Accounts Assistants

ASA Microfinance (Tanzania) Limited (www.asatanzania.com), incorporated under the Companies Act 2002 (No. 93819) of Tanzania and an affiliate of ASA International (http://bit.ly/2bGuWVP), one of the largest microfinance companies in the world. We are hereby inviting qualified citizens of Tanzania to be part of our team for the following positions. ASA Tanzania is an equal opportunity employer who requires dynamic, loyal and committed young men and women who have passion for people’s socio-economic development to fill in the following positions for immediate appointment.

Position: Accounts Assistant-02 Posts

Company: ASA Microfinance (Tanzania) Limited
Location: Dar es Salaam
Job type: Full-Time
Job category:   Accounting and Banking Jobs

Job Responsibilities:

  • To maintain all petty cash on daily basis. Making monthly report and posting data on system on timely manner.
  • To maintain and record keeping books of accounts and reconcile the Accounts on timely manner.
  • Respond to enquiries from the Chief Financial Officer and ASAI Dhaka Team resulting financial results, special reporting requests and the like.
  • Liaison with the respective government department, submitting return, and maintain proper compliance with them.
  • Handle the company tax, pay tax and other withholding tax.
  • Ensure and handle external and internal audits.
  • Ensure the timely reporting of all monthly financial information.
  • Ensure the accurate and timely processing of positive pay transactions,
  • Ensure monthly and quarterly Bank Compliance activities are performed in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Collaborate with the other departments in the organization to support overall department goal and objectives.
  • Monitor and analyze departmental work to develop more efficient procedures and use of resources while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
  • Assist in development and implementation of new procedures and features to enhance the workflow of the department.
  • To maintain liaison with the bank and financial institutions regarding loans and assist the controller in the daily banking requirements,
  • To have frequent visit to different branches when and as necessary.

Academic Qualification & Experience Requirements:

  • Minimum bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or related subjects.
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) will be an added advantage.
  • MSc/MBA is a plus.
  • Minimum 2 years professional experiences in Accounting role is a MUST.
  • Preferably Experience in working with NGOs/Financial Institutions/Banks/Consultancy firm.
  • In depth knowledge of corporate financial law.
  • Proficient in the use of MS Office and financial management software (e.g. SAP).


Application Letter.
Curiculum Vitae enclosing details of Work experience, skills and with postal and telephone contacts of Three Referees.
One passport size photograph attached in CV.

Mode of Application

Applicants who consider himself/herself competent with the above-mentioned position, please send your application to recruitment@asatanzania.com before 1700HRS on 5th July 2019.

Only short-listed candidate will be contacted for interview. No phone calls are allowed for inquiry. No allowances will be admissible for interview.