Meliá Zanzibar is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to oversee financial reporting, budgeting, tax compliance, internal controls, and general ledger management within a luxury resort environment.
Responsibilities
- Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with international financial reporting standards and internal group guidelines
- Ensure compliance with Tanzanian tax laws and Zanzibar Revenue Authority and Tanzania Revenue Authority regulations
- File statutory returns and manage tax audits
- Assist in preparing annual operating budgets
- Monitor department variance reports and support cost control measures
- Maintain general ledger integrity and reconcile balance sheet accounts
- Manage property management and hotel accounting software integrations
- Ensure transactional accuracy and meet strict financial closing deadlines
- Provide guidance to junior finance staff
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
- CPA (T), ACCA, or equivalent accounting certification
- Knowledge of international financial reporting standards
- Knowledge of Tanzanian tax laws and ZRA/TRA regulations
- Proficiency in SunSystems, Opera, Materials Control, or similar hotel accounting systems
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Analytical problem-solving, leadership, integrity, and strong attention to detail
- Fluent written and spoken English
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