Accounts Assistant

WATU is a focus-driven, customer-centric company that believes everyone deserves the opportunity to be an entrepreneur and achieve their ambitious goals in life.

As Africa’s fastest growing Asset Finance Company, we see the continent’s bright and prosperous future and want to be part of making it a reality. Our vision is to provide asset financing for motorcycles and three-wheelers to those who understand when provided with the right tools can fulfill their dreams and the needs of their families and community.

We Empower Entrepreneurs by providing the means needed to move and improve lives.
Our business is growing rapidly, and with more than 250,000 customers in Tanzania, we are looking for an enthusiastic Accounts Assistant in Dar es Salaam. We are looking for doers who are ready to roll up their sleeves and with their hard work and dedication create the impact needed in our communities.

Accounts Assistant Job Description

Role Overview

As an Accounts Assistant, your primary duty is to provide administrative assistance to the Finance Manager by handling clerical tasks such as organizing files, managing correspondence, making phone calls, overseeing petty cash, responding to emails, and performing fundamental bookkeeping activities.

An ideal candidate for this role should be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment, adapting to the company’s culture, market dynamics, and customer needs.

Our customers are entrepreneurs, and as a company, we are dedicated to supporting them in achieving their financial objectives. Therefore, the Accounts Assistant must be actively engaged with the community and equally committed to both our clients and organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing daily communication and responding to inquiries
• Processing Withholding Tax deductions and submitting them to the TRA System
• Ensuring accuracy in payments, transactions, and financial records
• Utilizing spreadsheets, sales and purchase ledgers, and journals
• Recording and archiving cash transactions
• Administering and maintaining the Fixed Asset Register
• Handling precise invoice processing and systematic filing
• Reconciling petty cash and expenses daily and weekly
• Collaborating with external service providers, clients, and suppliers, particularly regulatory bodies like TRA
• Updating and maintaining procedural documentation
• Preparing and issuing cheques and TISS forms when necessary
• Conducting proper reconciliation of dealership invoices and accounts
• Undertaking any additional responsibilities assigned by management

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience as an Accounts Assistant or Accounting Clerk
• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or Economics
• Understanding of fundamental bookkeeping procedures
• Knowledge of financial regulations and compliance requirements
• Strong numerical skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency in MS Excel and accounting software
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to handle confidential financial information with discretion

What We Offer

• A chance to be part of a dynamic, international team with high ambitions
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth and development
• A competitive salary package
• Health benefits and additional perks

Do you see yourself joining the WATU team? If so, please submit your CV and cover letter—we look forward to welcoming you!

⚠ Please be aware that this job opportunity does not require any payment from applicants.