Highland Estates is a family-owned Tanzanian company established in the 1930s with diverse operations in real estate, transport, trading, and agriculture. The company has offices in Dar es Salaam and agricultural estates across the country.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Finance Manager to lead our finance function across all subsidiaries and business units. This role is pivotal in driving financial strategy, ensuring compliance, and enabling sustainable growth through data-driven decisionmaking.

Key Responsibilities

1. 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

2. Accounting Operations Oversight

• 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

3. Financial Planning & Reporting

• 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

4. Tax & Statutory Compliance

• 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

5. Team Leadership & Development

• 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

6. Governance & Controls

• 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

Qualifications & Skills

• 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 command of Tanzanian tax laws and ERP systems – Proven leadership in budgeting, reporting, and team development

Core Competencies 

• 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 that support decisionmaking.
• Builds high-performing teams through mentorship, collaboration, and shared accountability.
• Engages stakeholders with clarity and confidence, influencing decisions through data-driven insights.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 84

Level of Education: bachelor degree