ABDULRAHMAN AL-SUMAIT UNIVERSITY (SUMAIT),

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

The Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University (SUMAIT) is built on the foundation of the former University

College of Education Zanzibar (UCEZ) established in 1998 by a charity organization, Kuwait based, Direct-Aid (DA). In line with her expansion, the University is also restructuring her programs and creating positions to accommodate her current needs. 

Therefore, Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University (SUMAIT) wishes to invite applications from suitably qualified and competent Individuals to fill the academic and Administrative vacant posts as follows: –

ADMINISTRATIVE POSITIONS  

JOB TITTLE: University Accountant (1 position) REPORTS TO: University Bursar.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Position: Accountant 

Reports to: University Bursar 

Location: Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University (SUMAIT)

1. Major functions:

Under the directives of the Financial Controller and University Bursar, the Accountant’s responsibilities will be as follows: 

• Managing both the day-to-day and the strategic financial administration of university in compliance with SUMAIT regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure that banking transactions are updated daily, and related vouchers are posted.
• Handle the Petty Cash float and ensure that reimbursements and claims are as per SUMAIT’s finance policy limits.
• Ensure proper filing of all vouchers in an easily accessible manner and maintain the documentation system of all units.
• Making sure that all accounting documentation is properly filed and kept in a secured place with monthly validation.
• Preparing payment vouchers as and when required.
• Preparing all statutory payments arising from payroll.
• Implementing proper protocols to ensure the University is operating under consistent financial practices.
• Working with appropriate counterparts to ensure proper tax withholdings and filings and overseeing payroll administration for project employees.
• Assisting with the preparation of annual, quarterly, and monthly budget reforecasts for project operations expenses.

2. Required Qualification.  Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, auditing, business administration, or related field and an ACA/ACCA/CPA qualification.
   • Knowledge of accounting package should be an added advantage.
   • Minimum three years post-qualification experience as an accountant, auditor, or finance professional; experience as an accountant with an Educational Institutional, development contractor, or donor agency preferred.
   • Experience of administering and check the payroll, strong knowledge of Tanzanian tax regulations.
   • Thorough knowledge and understanding of professional accounting principles, theories, practices, and terminology and an ability to understand accounting practices and procedures; to analyze data, narrative reports, and workload flow charts, etc.
   • Proficiency in Microsoft programs (i.e., Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and the ability to use various commercially available accounting software programs, such as AX Dynamics.
   • Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity.
   • Excellent written and verbal communications skills in English; knowledge of Arabic language is an additional advantage.

3. Working Relationships 

• Internal: Interacts and works closely and on a regular basis with the Financial Controller, Bursa and DVC Administration and Finance.
• External: Interacts as required with other stakeholders in the University, in collaboration with the University Bursar as appropriate.

Mode of Application 

Applicants should submit their applications supported by detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV.), certified copies of their certificates, names and addresses of three non-relative referees who can be contacted for references. Foreign awards should be verified by Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU).

GENERAL CONDITIONS  

Applicants should apply to the strength of the information given in this advertisement

Certificates from foreign Universities should be verified by the Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU), otherwise, your request will not be considered.

Presentation of forged certificates and other information will necessitate legal actions.

Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview.

Salary and Remunerations

Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University (SUMAIT) offers attractive salary and remunerations according to the University’s Salary Scales.

Deadline 24/09/2023

Hand delivered application should reach Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University (SUMAIT), Chukwani Street Zanzibar not later than 3:30hrs on 24 th September 2023. Or you can send your application through Email at: [email protected]

Applications should be addressed to:

Vice Chancellor,
Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University (SUMAIT),
P.O. Box 1933,
Zanzibar/Tanzania
Email: [email protected]