EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES - TANESCO 4th July,2013.

The Tanzania ElectricSupply Company (TANESCO) is focusing on increasing the outreach and service quality of its Energy products for Tanzanian people. Next to its current passion as a leading provider of electricity is to be more efficient customer focused utility for Tanzania and beyond. The Company has the largest electricity generation, transmission and distribution network in Tanzania. In order to reach its goals, the Company will, in the coming years invest heavily in its generation, transmission and distribution network, its business systems and human capital. TANESCO now invites internal and external applicants who are self-motivated, honest, hardworking and committed individuals to fill the under-mentioned post at TANESCO Head Office.

           

Senior Financial Analyst  ( 1 Post) Reporting to:     Chief Financial Officer Division:           Finance

POSITION OBJECTIVE

Performs complex budgeting and accounting functions; conducts financial, statistical, and analytical studies; prepares and assists in the preparation of financial reports, statements, and weekly/Monthly statements for reimbursement according to prescribed guidelines.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Profitability Reporting and Analysis: preparing various quarterly and annual sales and profit reports using data collected from Business Units, regions and plants; preparing reports and analysing variances.
• Support Strategy Reviews by providing detail and summarized profitability reports and analysis.
• Maintain financial, customer, product and other data used within the company complying with government and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Liaison with ICT and other Financial Systems teams on profitability management’s system requirements, user security and other maintenance.
• Assist with the annual budget preparation, ensure prioritization, accountability, clarity on strategic projects, and buy-in by the stakeholders
• Lead process improvements and standardization for data collections and reporting.
• Process documentation for Profitability Management data collections/systems and user manuals.
• Provide indirect expenses analysis and support to finance management
• Support various operating unit performance improvement plans.
• Special financial assignments based on knowledge and/or experience.
• Support strategic plan/operating plan monitoring and reporting process.
• Maintain an effective process to monitor expenses, seek to improve forecasting, drive accountability & enable transparency.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited institution.
• Possess relevant accounting or financial analysis professional qualification i.e. CPA/ACCA/CIMA/CFA

• Minimum of 3-5 years of accounting and/or financial analysis experience required.
• Strong planning, organizational and problem solving skills.
• Excellent written and communications skills; ability to effectively communicate across all levels of the company including with executives.
• Solid understanding of managerial and accounting principles, as well as business standards for integrated financial analysis
• Exceptional critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills.  Leverages technical knowledge and skills sets (market knowledge, business acumen, and financial modeling skills) into effective / actionable analysis

• Must be a person of unquestionable integrity, credibility, and character.
• Must be Computer literate

REMUNERATION

An attractive compensation package base on performance and consummate with the responsibility will apply to the successful candidate.

HOW TO APPLY

If you are interested in the position, apply by sending a brief application letter, clearly stating why you should be considered for the position and how you will add value. With the letter, concise curriculum vitae should be enclosed showing briefly your achievement /accomplishments for you to deserve to be considered for the position. Electronic applications are accepted.

This advertisement can also be retrieved at www.tanesco.co.tz.

Phone calls soliciting for this position by applicants will automatically lead to disqualification.

All applications should be submitted to the address or email indicated below not later than fourteen days after the initial advertisement.

SENIOR MANAGER HUMAN RESOURCES,

TANESCO LTD UMEME PARK,

UBUNGO P. O BOX 9024

DAR ES SALAAM.

E-mail: hrg.finance@tanesco.co.tz