Accountant

Manyara's Secret is seeking an experienced Accountant to join its accounting and finance team in Arusha.

This is a hands-on role combining lodge operations, accounting and financial administration. The successful candidate will work on a rotating basis, spending approximately two weeks each month at the lodge supporting operational activities and the remaining time handling office-based accounting and administration.

The role involves working with systems including QuickBooks and NightsBridge and collaborating closely with the finance team, external accountant and lodge management.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the finance team, external accountant and lodge management.
• Prepare monthly financial and operational reports.
• Support day-to-day financial operations at the lodge.
• Assist with guest check-outs and related financial transactions.
• Manage petty cash and maintain accurate records.
• Support stock ordering and inventory control.
• Record accounts receivable and accounts payable transactions in QuickBooks.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation.
• Assist with tax preparation and related compliance activities.
• Follow up on EFD-related matters.
• Record and monitor payments through NightsBridge.
• Follow up on outstanding or pending payments where required.
• Ensure financial figures and records are accurately calculated and posted.
• Perform other reasonable duties assigned by the Director.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of proven financial/accounting experience.
• Experience from an auditing firm, hospitality/hotel business or the Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) is preferred.
• Proven practical experience using QuickBooks.
• Ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records accurately.
• Strong data-entry skills.
• High level of numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Proficiency in Google Sheets.
• Good command of English.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly and effectively.
• CPA qualification is preferred.
• Willingness to work on a rotating arrangement between lodge operations and office-based duties.