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Hand in Hand Eastern Africa – Tanzania (HIHEA TZ)

Hand in Hand Eastern Africa–Tanzania (HIHEA TZ) is a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) registered in Tanzania since 2018. It operates as part of the Hand in Hand Global Network with a vision to empower society—especially women—through sustainable enterprises and job creation.

HIHEA TZ currently operates through six branches: Moshi, Arusha, Manyara, Dodoma, Singida, and Meatu.

The organization works with marginalized communities to promote economic and social empowerment using participatory approaches. Its enterprise and job creation model focuses on self-help, providing training, skills, and support to enable people—particularly women—to build sustainable, market-driven businesses. This contributes to improved:

• Household income
• Food security
• Access to education
• Healthcare services
• Housing conditions
• Overall livelihoods

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Job Opportunity: Branch Accountant

Reference No: HTZ BA 01/2026(1)
Position: Branch Accountant
Location: Iringa

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Job Summary

The Branch Accountant is responsible for effective financial management at the branch level. This includes:

• Processing accounting transactions
• Preparing financial reports
• Supporting donor compliance and reporting

All tasks must align with professional standards and the organization’s policies and procedures.

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Key Duties and Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Budgeting

• Collaborate with the Branch Manager to prepare annual budgets
• Monitor and analyse budget vs actual performance
• Identify variances and implement corrective actions

Financial Operations & Controls

• Manage petty cash disbursements and reimbursements
• Process payments and reconcile liabilities on time
• Ensure proper expense analysis and compliance with approved budgets
• Deduct and remit statutory payments where applicable

Procurement & Asset Management

• Raise internal requisitions in line with procurement policies
• Vet supplier quotations and ensure contractual compliance
• Manage stationery stocks and conduct monthly stock-taking
• Oversee asset coding and quarterly verification

Accounting & Reporting

• Perform timely postings in the accounting system
• Prepare:
  • Bank reconciliations
  • Expense schedules
  • Stationery reconciliations
• Conduct trial balance analysis and approve journal entries
• Generate and share financial reports with management

Compliance & Audit

• Ensure adherence to financial policies and procedures
• Maintain proper filing of all financial documents
• Support internal audit processes and implement recommendations
• Safeguard organizational assets from fraud, loss, or misuse

MIS & System Management

• Serve as MIS approver and focal point for system accuracy
• Ensure proper use and security of accounting system passwords

Additional Responsibilities

• Participate in credit committee evaluations
• Reconcile fuel receipts with work tickets
• Act as bank agent for accessing statements
• Train and mentor branch staff on financial management
• Supervise and appraise the Accounts Assistant
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor

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Job Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in:
  • Accounting
  • Finance
  • Commerce or related field

Experience

• Minimum 2+ years of relevant experience

Professional Certification (Added Advantage)

• CPA (T), ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in computerized accounting systems
• Strong analytical and report-writing skills
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Integrity in handling financial transactions
• Basic auditing knowledge
• Good organizational and interpersonal skills
• Effective communication in English and Kiswahili

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Application Process

Qualified and interested candidates should submit:

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)

📌 Combine both documents into one PDF file
📌 Clearly indicate the Position and Reference Number

📧 Send to: careers@handinhandea.or.tz
📅 Deadline: 31st March 2026 (Close of Business)

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Important Notice

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
• HIHEA TZ is an equal opportunity employer
• The organization does NOT charge any fees at any stage of recruitment

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Contact Information

🌐 Website: http://handinhandea.or.tz/
📍 P.O. Box 7152, Arusha, Tanzania
📞 Tel: +255 27 254 7559
📱 Mobile: 0743 720 805
📢 Follow: @HandinHandTZ Tanzania

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