Tax Associate

  • Full-time
  • Dar es Salaam
  • Tanzania

Description

We are looking for a sharp, detail-oriented Tax Associate to manage daily loan billing, contract verification, and VFD tax receipt processing. Will act as the key gatekeeper between loan officers and our finance system, ensuring 100% accuracy in loan documentation and tax portal alignment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Receipt Issuance: Check customer data, chassis numbers, and contract terms to issue accurate VFD tax receipts for approved loan contracts.
  • Data Gatekeeping: Review loan application details before billing to catch and correct errors.
  • System Security & Audit: Maintain organized digital logs for all loan invoices and receipt cancellations while ensuring strict password and system security.
  • Cross Department Coordination: Work directly with loan officers and branch teams to ensure complete contract paperwork before issuing receipts
  • Daily Loan & Receipt Reconciliation: Match issued VFD tax receipts against loan billing records and approved contracts to ensure all transactions are accurately captured in both the finance system and the tax portal.
  • Error Resolution: Investigate and correct discrepancies between loan officer submissions, system invoices, and tax receipts, documenting adjustments for audit purposes.
  • Cancellation Tracking: Reconcile cancelled receipts with system logs to confirm proper authorization and compliance with audit standards.


Requirements

  • Diploma or bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • Strong knowledge of accounting principles and Tanzanian financial regulations.
  • Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel) and accounting software preferred QuickBooks
  • CPA certification is an added advantage.
  • Prior internship or work experience in accounting or finance preferred.
  • Experience with VFD/EFD tax portals or machines is an added advantage.