Finance Manager September 2025 at Highland Estates Ltd
Job Title: Finance Manager
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Job Type: Full-time
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer (functional), Chief Operating Officer / General Manager (administrative)
About Highland Estates Ltd
Highland Estates Ltd is a diversified company with over 30 years of experience in Agriculture, Transport, Machine Sales, Real Estate, and Civil & Building Services. Operating through multiple branches and subsidiaries across Tanzania, the company values integrity, respect, and relationship-building as essential to service delivery. Highland Estates Ltd emphasizes professional competence and commitment, forming the foundation of its reputation and image.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Financial Leadership
Qualified candidates should send their Curriculum Vitae, Application Letter, and Academic Certificates to info@estates.co.tz by 30th September 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Job Title: Finance Manager
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Job Type: Full-time
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer (functional), Chief Operating Officer / General Manager (administrative)
About Highland Estates Ltd
Highland Estates Ltd is a diversified company with over 30 years of experience in Agriculture, Transport, Machine Sales, Real Estate, and Civil & Building Services. Operating through multiple branches and subsidiaries across Tanzania, the company values integrity, respect, and relationship-building as essential to service delivery. Highland Estates Ltd emphasizes professional competence and commitment, forming the foundation of its reputation and image.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Financial Leadership
- Translate business goals into financial strategies that drive growth and operational efficiency.
- Develop financial dashboards and performance scorecards for leadership.
- Lead scenario modeling, investment appraisals, and cost-benefit analyses.
- Supervise accurate posting of financial transactions across ERP systems.
- Oversee monthly and year-end close processes, bank reconciliations, and ledger integrity.
- Monitor accounts payable/receivable and ensure timely settlements.
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning aligned with strategic goals.
- Prepare and present monthly management accounts and performance dashboards.
- Manage cash flow planning and capital allocation for investment opportunities.
- Ensure timely filing of VAT, WHT, PAYE, SDL, and other statutory returns.
- Supervise NSSF, NHIF, WCF submissions and maintain audit-ready documentation.
- Liaise with TRA for audits, remissions, and tax adjustments.
- Mentor and supervise finance team members including Assistant Manager, Junior Officers, and Trainees.
- Foster a culture of excellence, ownership, and collaboration.
- Lead capacity-building initiatives and promote cross-functional alignment.
- Implement internal controls to prevent fraud and ensure financial accuracy.
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards, policies, and audit requirements.
- Review and approve financial documentation and statutory submissions.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; MBA preferred.
- CPA/ACCA qualified.
- 7–8 years of progressive financial management experience, including multi-entity oversight.
- Minimum 3 years in a supervisory role.
- Strong knowledge of Tanzanian tax laws and ERP systems.
- Proven leadership in budgeting, reporting, and team development.
- Drives business growth through financial strategy and operational efficiency.
- Upholds ethical standards, ensures transparency, and maintains full compliance.
- Delivers accurate, timely, and insightful financial operations supporting decision-making.
- Builds high-performing teams through mentorship, collaboration, and accountability.
- Engages stakeholders effectively, influencing decisions with data-driven insights.
Qualified candidates should send their Curriculum Vitae, Application Letter, and Academic Certificates to info@estates.co.tz by 30th September 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.