The Second Eye for Your Business

Professional Audit, Tax, Advisory & Training Services | Registered with NBAA | Serving Tanzania & East Africa

NBAA Registered
Since 2020
100+ Clients Served
500+ Trained

About ECLA Africa Consult

Your Trusted Partner in Professional Services

ECLA Africa Consult (EAC) is an independent Tanzanian audit, tax and advisory firm headquartered in Dar es Salaam. Established in 2020, we are registered with the National Board of Accountants and Auditors (NBAA).

Our reputation rests on integrity, competence and teamwork. We deliver tailored services that add value to clients including government agencies, NGOs, SACCOs, manufacturing firms, hospitality businesses, and professional service organizations across Tanzania and Africa.

Our Mission

To offer high-quality, value-adding professional services with due care

Our Vision

To become a leading centre for audit, tax, advisory and capacity-building across Africa

2020
Established
NBAA
Registered
100+
Clients Served
500+
Professionals Trained

Our Services

Comprehensive Professional Solutions

Audit & Assurance

Independent audit and assurance services compliant with NBAA standards and international best practices.

  • Financial Statement Audits
  • Internal Audits
  • Compliance Audits
  • Risk Assessment

Tax Services

Expert tax planning, compliance and advisory services for individuals and organizations.

  • Tax Planning & Optimization
  • VAT & Income Tax Compliance
  • Tax Advisory
  • TRA Representation

Financial Statements Preparation

Professional preparation of financial statements compliant with IFRS, IPSAS, and local requirements.

  • IPSAS-Compliant Statements
  • IFRS Financial Reporting
  • Year-End Accounts
  • Management Reports

Advisory Services

Strategic business advisory to help organizations navigate complex challenges and opportunities.

  • Business Strategy
  • Financial Management
  • Process Improvement
  • Risk Management

Outsourced Finance & CFO Services

Complete finance function outsourcing and CFO-as-a-Service for growing organizations.

  • CFO-as-a-Service
  • Accounting & Bookkeeping
  • Payroll Management
  • Financial Controller Services

Business Plan Development

Comprehensive business plans for startups, expansions, and funding applications.

  • Investment Business Plans
  • Real Estate Development Plans
  • Feasibility Studies
  • Financial Projections & Models

Valuation Services

Professional asset and business valuations for mergers, acquisitions, and strategic decisions.

  • Business Valuation
  • Net Asset Valuation
  • Share Buyout Valuations
  • M&A Support Services

Zoho Books Implementation

Complete cloud accounting setup, training, and support for modern businesses.

  • Zoho Books Setup & Configuration
  • Chart of Accounts Design
  • Staff Training & Support
  • Process Automation

Project Management & Implementation

Expert project management for donor-funded and complex business initiatives.

  • Donor Project Implementation
  • Implementation Guidelines
  • Investment Analysis & Reports
  • DSE Listed Companies Analysis

Quality Management Systems

ISQM 1 compliant quality management systems for accounting and audit firms.

  • ISQM 1 Manual Development
  • Quality Control Procedures
  • Compliance Documentation
  • Internal Review Systems

Professional Training

Comprehensive training programs in accounting, finance, governance, and specialized technical areas.

  • EATC Accounting Programs
  • Finance for Non-Finance Managers
  • IPSAS & IFRS Training
  • Advanced Excel & Governance
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Complete Training Portfolio

Expert-led programs for every professional development need

ECLA Africa Training Center (EATC)

16-Week Intensive Practical Accounting Programs

Manufacturing Sector Accounting

Cost accounting, inventory management, production costing | 16 Weeks

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Retail & Wholesale Accounting

POS operations, multi-location inventory, margin analysis | 16 Weeks

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NGO & Non-Profit Accounting

Grant management, donor reporting, project accounting | 16 Weeks

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SACCO Accounting

Member accounting, loans, savings, shares management | 16 Weeks

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IPSAS Training

International Public Sector Accounting Standards

IPSAS-Compliant Financial Statements with Advanced Excel

5-Day intensive course | Nashera Hotel, Morogoro | TZS 750,000

  • IPSAS framework and principles
  • Financial statements preparation
  • Advanced Excel techniques
  • Practical exercises and templates

Comprehensive Financial Management & Reporting Using IPSAS

For Public Sector, NGOs, and Faith-Based Organizations

  • IPSAS compliance for public entities
  • Chart of accounts design
  • Monthly and annual reporting
  • Audit preparation

Finance for Non-Finance Managers

Financial literacy for decision makers

Finance Fundamentals for Managers

Understanding financial statements, budgeting, and cost management

  • Reading financial statements
  • Budget preparation and control
  • Financial decision-making
  • Key performance indicators

Financial Numeracy for SACCO Leaders

Tailored for ELCT ND SACCOS board and management

  • Financial language and terminology
  • Interpreting financial reports
  • Strategic financial decisions
  • Risk assessment and management

Leadership & Governance

Building effective leaders and strong governance

Effective Leadership Program

4-Day program for SACCO management and board members

  • Leadership principles and styles
  • Team management and motivation
  • Strategic thinking and planning
  • Accountability and governance

Corporate Governance & Compliance

Governance frameworks, board effectiveness, regulatory compliance

  • Board roles and responsibilities
  • Governance best practices
  • Risk oversight
  • Compliance requirements

Advanced Microsoft Excel

Master Excel for financial analysis and reporting

Advanced Excel for Financial Professionals

Data analysis, financial modeling, and automation

  • Advanced formulas and functions
  • PivotTables and data analysis
  • Financial modeling
  • Macros and automation

Excel for Reporting & Dashboards

Create professional financial reports and interactive dashboards

  • Dashboard design principles
  • Data visualization techniques
  • Interactive charts and graphs
  • Report automation

ESG & Sustainability

Environmental, Social & Governance Reporting

ESG Fundamentals for Organizations

Understanding ESG frameworks and implementing sustainable practices

  • ESG principles and frameworks
  • Sustainability reporting standards
  • Environmental impact assessment
  • Social responsibility initiatives

Need Customized Training for Your Organization?

We design bespoke training programs tailored to your specific industry, challenges, and goals.

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Our Team & Experience

Qualified professionals with deep industry expertise

NBAA Registered Professionals

Our team consists of qualified accountants registered with the National Board of Accountants and Auditors (NBAA)

Multi-Sector Experience

We have worked with government agencies, NGOs, SACCOs, manufacturing, hospitality, and professional service firms

Expert Trainers

Our trainers have delivered programs to Ministry of Natural Resources, TANESCO, PURA, ELCT, and many other organizations

Leadership Team

CPA Lauden Cheyo

Managing Partner & Founder

Founder and Managing Partner of ECLA Africa Consult. Registered with the National Board of Accountants and Auditors (NBAA). Extensive experience in audit, tax, and advisory services across multiple sectors.

Key Achievements:
  • Established and grew ECLA Africa Consult since 2020
  • Led major audit engagements for government and private sector
  • Developed ISQM 1 Quality Management System
  • Trained 500+ professionals across Tanzania
Specializations:
Audit Leadership Tax Strategy Quality Management IPSAS & IFRS Business Advisory

CPA Luca

Senior Manager | Lead Trainer

Senior Manager with over 8 years of professional experience in audit and advisory. Previously worked with PwC Tanzania. Expert in manufacturing, banking, logistics, and financial services sectors.

Professional Experience:
  • 8+ years in audit, tax, and advisory
  • Former Associate at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)
  • Lead auditor for manufacturing and financial institutions
  • Principal trainer for EATC programs
Sector Expertise:
Manufacturing Banking & Finance Logistics External Audit IFRS Reporting

Notable Engagements & Training Programs

Our Clients

Trusted by leading organizations across Tanzania

Government & Public Sector

  • Fair Competition Commission (FCC)
  • Petroleum Upstream Regulatory Authority (PURA)
  • Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism
  • Tanzania Electric Supply Company (TANESCO)
  • Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Agency
  • Multiple District Councils
  • Various Government Agencies

NGOs & International Development

  • GIZ (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit)
  • Korea Foundation for International Healthcare (KOFIH)
  • Economic and Social Research Foundation (ESRF)
  • Christian Social Services Commission (CSSC)
  • Marie Stopes Tanzania (MST)
  • Action medeor e.V (German Medical Aid Organization)
  • COUNSENUTH NGO
  • Evangelical Lutheran Church in Tanzania (ELCT)
  • Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Agency
  • Multiple International NGOs
  • Faith-Based Organizations

SACCOS & Financial Services

  • ELCT ND SACCOS
  • ATCL SACCOS Ltd
  • Teachers SACCOS
  • Multiple Member-Based Organizations
  • Cooperative Societies

Training Services

  • ALAF Limited
  • Counsenuth
  • ATCL SACCOS LTD
  • PCF
  • CSSC
  • Wizara Ya Maliasili Na Utalii
  • Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Agency
  • Fair Competition Commission

Private Sector & Corporations

  • CENTRAL TANGANYIKA WINE COMPANY (CETAWICO)
  • Dodoma Innovation & Production Company Ltd(DIPC)
  • Domiya Estate Limited
  • Dodoma Media Group
  • BENTAMERY General Finance Service Limited
  • SAMAKI INVESTMENT LIMITED
  • PIFFANY COMPANY (T) LIMITED
  • BUSTEMMA UNIVERSAL TRADERS LIMITED
  • NDS INVESTMENT ENTERPRISES COMPANY LIMITED
  • Cargo Biker
  • Pamoja Kilimanjaro & Safari
  • Cargo Watch Limited
  • Double Eight Limited
  • Afrisa Consulting Limited
  • Leporogo
  • Kisma Transport Limited
  • Laconar Company Limited
  • Mesuma Touch Limited
  • Megastone Limited
  • SUNSHINE TRANSPORTATION LIMITED
  • Teamcon Limited
  • Amacha Credit
  • Flic and Flac Investment Limited
  • Almes Pre and Primary school
  • St Gertrude Pre and Primary school
  • Klug Attorneys
  • Amel Finance Tanzania Limited
  • Amel Finance Holdings Limited
  • Winnerss Pre and Primary School
  • PASSION LOGISTICS (T) LIMITED
100+
Total Clients Served
15+
Industry Sectors
500+
Professionals Trained
TZS 4B+
Projects Managed

Flagship Projects & Achievements

Bweni Apartment Project

TZS 4 Billion

Comprehensive business plan development for major real estate development project in Dar es Salaam. Included detailed financial modeling, market analysis, and investment structuring.

Business Planning Real Estate Financial Modeling

Fair Competition Commission

Government Agency

Financial Statements preparation training in compliance with IPSAS using advanced Excel. 5-day intensive training program at Nashera Hotel, Morogoro for 4 participants.

IPSAS Training Government Capacity Building

KOFIH Implementation Guidelines

Korea Foundation

Developed comprehensive project implementation guidelines for Korea Foundation for International Healthcare. Established financial controls and reporting frameworks.

Donor Projects Guidelines Healthcare

Christian Social Services Commission (CSSC)

Capacity Assessment

Comprehensive capacity assessment for Christian Social Services Commission in partnership with German Medical Aid Organization (Action medeor e.V.). Organizational development and systems evaluation.

Capacity Building NGO Assessment

DSE Investment Analysis

Listed Companies

Financial summary and investment analysis for companies listed on the Dar es Salaam Stock Exchange. Comprehensive sector analysis and investment recommendations.

Investment Analysis Capital Markets Research

Marie Stopes Tanzania (MST)

IPSAS Implementation

Consultancy service to support the adoption and implementation of International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS). Technical assistance and gap analysis for compliant financial statements preparation.

IPSAS Healthcare Implementation

Zoho Books Implementations

Multiple Clients

Successfully implemented Zoho Books cloud accounting systems for multiple organizations including ALAF Limited and others. Full setup, training, and ongoing support.

Technology Cloud Systems Training

"ECLA Africa Consult provided exceptional service in preparing our year-end financial statements. Their team demonstrated deep understanding of SACCO operations and delivered professional, compliant financial reports on time."

ATCL SACCOS Ltd Financial Services Client

Why Choose ECLA Africa Consult

Excellence in Every Engagement

Integrity

We maintain the highest ethical standards in all our professional engagements

Competence

Our team consists of qualified professionals with deep industry expertise

Teamwork

Collaborative approach ensuring comprehensive solutions for our clients

NBAA Registered

Officially registered with the National Board of Accountants and Auditors

Local Expertise

Deep understanding of Tanzanian business environment and regulations

Value-Adding

Tailored services designed to add measurable value to your organization

Get In Touch

Let's discuss how we can help your organization

Contact Information

Office Address

Jued Business Park, Wing B, 4th Floor
Plot No. 487, Rose Garden Road
Mikocheni A, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
P.O. Box 61216

Email

info@eclaafrica.com

Phone Numbers

+255 762 148 095
+255 755 477 243
+255 677 456 022
+255 763 500 200

Website

www.eclaafrica.co.tz