Assistant Lodge Accounting Officer - Prestigious Safari Lodge - Tanzania

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Assistant Lodge Accounting Officer - Prestigious Safari Lodge - Tanzania

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Closing Date: 2025-03-31
Job Type: Permanent
Job Level: Skilled
Experience: Between 3 - 5 Years
EE/AA: No

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Assistant Lodge Accounting Officer - Prestigious Safari Lodge - Tanzania

 

Join a dynamic team as Assistant Lodge Accounting Officer at a prestigious safari lodge in Tanzania, where your skills in financial management and reporting will be crucial in delivering world-class guest experiences and safeguarding company assets. If you have a passion for accounting, an independent mindset, and a desire to work in a unique environment, this opportunity is for you.

Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and skilled Assistant Lodge Accounting Officer to join our team at a renowned safari lodge. Our success is built on the commitment and passion of our remarkable team members who care deeply about our guests, the community, and the environment. We believe that each member of our team plays a vital role in our mission and future.

As an Assistant Lodge Accounting Officer, you will play a key role in financial management, reporting, and internal control to ensure accurate and timely financial operations. You will be responsible for the correct authorization and allocation of business expenditures, maintaining accurate transaction records, preparing supplier payment requests, and managing payroll preparation and reconciliations. Additionally, you will assist in compiling budgets and quarterly forecasts, manage stock sheets, and oversee the lodge's financial performance through regular finance meetings.

Your responsibilities will also include safeguarding the company’s assets and resources by maintaining strict internal controls, conducting internal audits, and ensuring expenditure aligns with the budget. A strong focus on training lodge staff in accounting principles and systems will be crucial to your role.

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a highly regarded team and work in an extraordinary location. If you have a strong background in finance and a desire to contribute to an organization that values integrity, teamwork, and ethical standards, we encourage you to apply.

Minimum Requirements

  • A minimum of 3 years' finance degree or relevant qualification (CPA preferred).
  • 3-4 years of relevant experience.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with essential Excel skills.
  • Experience with PanStrat is advantageous.
  • Fluent in English, both oral and written.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Critical thinking with a high level of professional skepticism.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure, with a result-oriented and deadline-driven approach.
  • Strong ethical standards and integrity.
  • Willingness to live and work in a remote location.

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