Nafasi ya kazi :- Accountant I job vacancy at TRA SACCOS LTD September 2026

TRA SACCOS LTD

1. Background

TRA SACCOS LTD is a registered Savings and Credit Co-operative Society based in Dar es salaam. TRA SACCOS LTD is dedicated to mobilizing savings from its members and providing accessible credit facilities. As a Class B licensed microfinance institution, the society operates in full compliance with the Microfinance Act No. 10 of 2018 and the Co-operative Societies Act, Cap 211.

TRA SACCOS LTD invites applications from suitably qualified and competent candidates to fill vacancies based in Dar es Salaam.

Accountant I – 1 Post

Job Purpose

The purpose of this position is to support efficient financial operations, effective internal controls and the preparation of reliable financial information to facilitate informed decision-making.

Reporting to

Head of Finance Department

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Manage and reconcile electronic banking transactions, ensuring accurate posting into the Core Banking System and General Ledger.
2. Monitor digital banking operations, resolve transaction issues, and coordinate with banks, payment service providers, and other stakeholders.
3. Manage members’ contributions, loan disbursements, payroll, supplier payments, statutory obligations, and other approved financial transactions.
4. Prepare financial reports, budgets, cash flow projections, financial statements, and statutory returns while maintaining accurate financial records.
5. Ensure compliance with financial regulations, internal policies, AML/KYC requirements, support audits, and perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.
6. Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualification and Experience

Bachelor or Advanced Diploma of Accounting or Finance or other related fields with upper second class or above or equivalent certifications from recognized institutions; must possess a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent qualification with at least 4 years work experience in the related field.

Skills and Abilities Required

1. Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.
2. High level of integrity and business acumen with ability to use different accounting packages and Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Age Limit

The applicant must be of age between 28 – 35 years.

Application & Submission Guidelines

Required Attachments

• Signed cover letter detailing job suitability, updated Curriculum Vitae (CV), certified copies of academic transcripts and professional certificates, nationality evidence (certified copy of NIDA Identity/Passport) and reliable contact information for three professional referees (being from former work place, professional or Higher Leaning Academic Institution).
• Certificates obtained from foreign institutions must be verified by accredited local authorities such as Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU)/NACVET.

Submission Details

Signed applications should be addressed to:

The Board Chairman,
TRA SACCOS LTD,
P.O. BOX 63225, DAR ES SALAAM;

and sent electronically through the following link: career.trasaccos.co.tz. 

General guideline

TRA SACCOS LTD is an equal opportunity employer. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. Canvassing or any kind of cheating shall lead to automatic disqualification. Mode of employment is full time under permanent and pensionable basis.

Deadline

Applications received later than Thursday 17th September 2026; 5:00 PM will not be considered.

Issued by:
CPA Mbogo Kerenge (ADE)
Board Chairman