Job Description
Assistant Accountant
Colombo or Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
We are seeking a detailed-oriented Assistant Accountant to join our Finance Team. This role supports financial reporting, tax compliance, and audit preparation while ensuring accuracy and adherence to accounting standards and internal controls.
What you need to do
- Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements to support decision-making and compliance.
- Ensure accurate and timely tax calculations and payments (WHT, VAT, Stamp Duty, SSC), and coordinate with the IRD for any queries.
- Maintain input/output VAT records, file VAT returns, and ensure compliance with tax regulations.
- Record all month-end financial transactions, including journal entries and accounts payable updates; ensure timely bill payments.
- Manage asset documentation, depreciation, petty cash transactions, and reconcile general ledger balances.
- Review and approve financial entries in SAP (or similar ERP), ensuring alignment with internal controls and policies.
- Support audit processes, maintain compliance with accounting standards and ISO requirements, and assist in budgeting and financial analysis.
What we are looking for
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Possession of or progress toward a Chartered Accountancy qualification (CA Sri Lanka - Strategic Level I), partially completed, is strongly preferred.
- 2-3 years of relevant experience in financial management, preferably in the manufacturing and engineering industries.
- Willingness and ability to work in Colombo or Tanzania.
What we offer
- USD-paid attractive salary for Tanzania assignments
- Monthly performance bonus
- Medical insurance & competitive benefits
- Travel & accommodation covered for Tanzania assignments
Interested applicants should submit their CVs with two non-related referees’ contact details. Please fill out the Google Sheet or email derryl.leavns@ltl.lk. For inquiries, WhatsApp +94 76 3525037.