Finance and Tax Compliance Lead Job Opportunity at One Acre Fund
Job Opportunity: Tanzania Finance and Tax Compliance Lead
Location: Iringa or Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Career Level: Professional
Application Deadline: February 17, 2025
About One Acre Fund
One Acre Fund supports over 1 million smallholder farmers in six African countries with agricultural services designed to boost productivity. Through quality farm supplies, training, and financing, we enable farmers to increase their harvests by an average of 50%. Founded in 2006, our diverse team of 7,000+ professionals is united in improving livelihoods for smallholder farmers.
About the Role
As the Finance and Tax Compliance Lead, you will be part of the Finance Advisory Services (FAS) team, responsible for ensuring financial sustainability and compliance. You will oversee tax compliance, manage financial reporting, and support budgeting and forecasting for our operations in Tanzania. Reporting to the Global Finance and Strategy Manager, you will streamline audits, maintain compliance with Tanzania’s tax laws, and support organizational decision-making with financial insights.
To learn more about our work, take a look at our Why Work Here blog for more information.
Responsibilities
Tax Compliance
- Manage relationships with the Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) and provide compliance advice.
- Monitor tax regulations to ensure adherence and minimize risk.
- Oversee accurate and timely filing of tax returns.
Financial Operations
- Coordinate external audits by facilitating communication between auditors, on-ground teams, and finance.
- Manage tax-related communications and ensure timely responses with proper documentation.
Budgeting and Forecasting
- Lead annual budgeting and develop 5-year financial projections.
- Collaborate with country leadership to monitor and report financial performance.
- Support departments in aligning budgets with organizational goals and financial strategy.
Career Growth and Development
One Acre Fund fosters a culture of continuous learning, offering mentorship, training programs, and regular feedback to ensure your professional growth. Biannual career reviews and personalized career development plans provide opportunities to achieve your long-term goals.
Qualifications
Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounting, consulting, or financial analysis.
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. CPA or ACCA qualification is required.
- Strong understanding of Tanzania’s tax laws and regulations.
- Advanced skills in Excel, including complex functions.
- Proficiency in English and Swahili.
Benefits
- Health insurance.
- Paid time off.
Eligibility
This role is open to Tanzanian citizens or permanent residents. Women are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Submit your application by February 17, 2025. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Beware of scams; official communication will come from an @oneacrefund.org email address.
Diversity and Inclusion
One Acre Fund is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where every team member feels valued and empowered. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion, gender, or other personal attributes.
Join us in creating a lasting impact for smallholder farmers in Tanzania.
