Stock Accountant at MSI Tanzania February 2026
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Organization: MSI Tanzania
Reporting To: Finance Lead
Application Deadline: 02 March 2026
About MSI Tanzania
MSI Tanzania has been delivering Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) services across Tanzania since 1989. The organization works in close partnership with the Government of Tanzania and operates nationwide through multiple service delivery channels. It is part of MSI Reproductive Choices, a global organization operating in 36 countries.
MSI Tanzania is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff are expected to share this commitment.
Job Summary
The Stock Accountant will be responsible for ensuring effective inventory management, accountability, and accuracy of all commodity movements across service delivery channels. The role focuses on strengthening internal controls, preventing stock losses and expiries, and maintaining real-time visibility of inventory levels to support uninterrupted service delivery.
The position also ensures reconciliation between commodity utilization recorded in CLIC systems and financial balances reflected in SUN System records, with the objective of eliminating stock write-offs.
Key Responsibilities
1. Inventory Control Systems Management
Develop and implement inventory control strategies to minimize losses, generate savings, and optimize utilization of essential commodities.
Establish and maintain written procedures for inventory control processes.
Prepare and implement work plans for regular stock counts.
Ensure a functional and effectively utilized inventory control system.
2. Stock Control
Manage and maintain commodity inventory records, including stock profiles and locations.
Work closely with Outreach and Clinic Leads to ensure daily stock updates.
Maintain and update price lists for pharmaceutical items to ensure accurate valuation.
Conduct monthly reconciliation of stock status and utilization reports across CLIC and Inflow systems.
Investigate variances and recommend corrective action.
Prepare monthly commodity reconciliation reports for the Executive Team.
Review inventory orders and distribution records for accuracy and follow up on discrepancies.
Minimize overstocking and prevent expiries, damages, and losses.
Conduct routine monitoring visits to Centers and Outreach teams to verify proper BIN and stock card updates.
Coordinate stock checks with Finance, Clinic, and Outreach teams.
Train and coach staff on inventory documentation and control procedures.
3. Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement
Align procurement planning with stock requirements to ensure timely supply.
Collaborate with Finance and program teams to validate stock usage and ensure reconciliation between drug usage, reported services, and cash collections.
Ensure compliance with donor and regulatory requirements through transparent reporting.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
Professional certification such as CPA (T), ACCA, PSPTB, or equivalent is required.
Minimum three years of experience in inventory management and/or accounting.
At least two years of audit experience in an auditing firm.
Strong understanding of inventory control systems.
Knowledge of donor-funded health programs.
Experience managing medical supplies or pharmaceuticals is an added advantage.
Training in internal control systems is an added advantage.
Required Skills
Advanced Excel and database management skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent organizational and administrative skills aligned with modern best practices.
Ability to work under pressure while maintaining high accuracy and attention to detail.
Fluency in written and spoken English.
Application Procedure
Interested candidates should submit:
A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
A cover letter explaining suitability and motivation for the role.
Applications should be addressed to:
Director of People and Culture
MSI Tanzania
11 Majuva Street – Mwenge
P. O. Box 7072
Dar es Salaam
Telephone: +255 22 2774991 / 4
VOIP: +255 768 987 780
Email: [email protected]
All applications must be received on or before Monday, 02 March 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
