Post: SENIOR ACCOUNTANT at TPSC

TANZANIA PUBLIC SERVICE COLLEGE (TPSC)

The Tanzania Public Service College (TPSC) is Established under Executive Agencies Act (1997). TPSC is a Government Executive Agency established in 2000 as a direct response to fill a void for a sustainable public service training institution. TPSC offers programmes that are directly linked to Government business agenda and demand driven. As the demands for the public service to offer quality services at affordable costs increases, it is imperative that the services should be staffed with competent personnel. Hence, TPSC’s core business is to develop the appropriate public service competences, which will transform the service into effective and efficient machinery that will strive to meet citizen’s needs in terms of services. TPSC’s Mission is to improve the quality, efficiency and effectiveness of the public service of Tanzania by providing comprehensive training, consultancy and applied research interventions. Currently, TPSC has campuses at Dar-es-Salaam, Tabora and Mtwara.

6.1 SENIOR ACCOUNTANT – 1 POST

6.1.1 REPORT TO: HEAD OF DEPARTMENT ACCOUNTS AND FINANCE

6.1.2 PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

To ensure effective and efficient financial management, accounting records and internal controls systems and procedures are in place.

6.1.3 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

- Ensures revenue and expenditures are properly accounted for and appropriately recorded;

- Verifies account reconciliations including bank and revenue reconciliations

- Effects payments of various types as may be directed by the Supervisor;

- Prepares the Trial Balance, accounting schedules and related statements;

- Ensures sound internal controls are in place to safeguard TPSC’s resources;

- Oversees development and implementation of performance targets;

-  Attends to External Auditors queries,.

-  Mentors junior staff,

- Certifies payments and ensure that accounting procedures are adhered,

- Assists in preparing business plans and budget,

-  Compiles and prepares annual financial reports for the institution,

- Implements sound financial policies and procedures in the college,

- Maintains proper records of debtors and creditors.

6.1.4 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

- Masters Degree in Accounting & Finance.

- CPA (T) or equivalent qualification and registered as Associate Certified Public Accountant.

- Post qualification related work experience of a minimum of seven years as an Accountant in a reputable organization.

- Competence in using Accounting packages (preferable Epicor 9, IPSAS, IFRS or Tally); together with other financial management systems applicable in the Tanzanian Public Service.

6.1.5 REMUNARATION:

Attractive remuneration package according to institution`s salary scale

NB: GENERAL CONDITIONS

i. All applicants must be Citizens of Tanzania and not above 45 years old, however, should also observe the age limit for each position where indicated.

ii. Applicants must attach an up-to-date current Curriculum Vitae (CV) having reliable contact postal address, e-mail address and telephone numbers.

iii. Applicants should apply on the strength of the information given in this advertisement.

iv. The title of the position and institution applied for should be written in the subject of the application letter and marked on the envelope; short of which will make the application invalid.

v. Applicants must attach their detailed relevant certified copies of Academic certificates:

- Postgraduate/Degree/Advanced Diploma/Diploma/Certificates.

- Postgraduate/Degree/Advanced Diploma/Diploma transcripts.

- Form IV and Form VI National Examination Certificates.

- Computer Certificate

- Professional certificates from respective boards

- One recent passport size picture and birth certificate.

vi. FORM IV AND FORM VI RESULTS SLIPS ARE STRICTLY NOT ACCEPTED

vii. Testimonials, Partial transcripts and results slips will not be accepted.

viii. Presentation of forged academic certificates and other information in the CV will necessitate to legal action

ix. Applicants for senior positions currently employed in the public service should route their application letters through their respective employers.

x. Applicants for entry levels currently employed in the Public Service should not apply, they have to adhere to Government Circular Na. CAC. 45/257/01/D/140 dated 30th November, 2010.

xi. Applicants who have/were retired from the Public Service for whatever reason should not apply.

xii. Applicants should indicate three reputable referees with their reliable contacts.

xiii. Certificates from foreign examination bodies for ordinary or advanced level education should be certified by The National Examination Council of Tanzania (NECTA)

xiv. Certificates from foreign Universities should be verified by The Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU)

xv. Dead line for application is 20th August, 2013 at 3:30 p.m

xvi. Applicants with special needs/case (disability) are supposed to indicate

xvii. Women are highly encouraged to apply

xviii. Only short listed candidates will be informed on a date for interview

xix. Application letters should be written in Swahili or English

xx. APPLICATION LETTERS SHOULD BE POSTED TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS. HAND DELIVERY IS NOT ACCEPTABLE:

Secretary OR Katibu

Public Service Recruitment Sekretarieti ya Ajira katika Secretariat, Utumishi wa Umma

P. O. Box 63100 S. L. P 63100,

DAR ES SALAAM. DAR ES SALAAM.

Deadline : 20th August, 2013