Effect of Computerized Accounting System on Organization’s Performance in Tanzania

This study investigated the effect of Computerized Accounting Systems on Tanzanian’s public organizations performance focusing on the Tanzania Ports Authority. In achieving the targeted objective, the researcher examine how Computerized Accounting Systems influences the quality of financial reporting, effectiveness of internal control systems, and decision-making processes within Tanzania Ports Authority. A descriptive research design was employed, using both primary and secondary data collected through questionnaires and document reviews. Data was collected from sampled 76 respondents at Tanzania Ports Authority who were selected using simple random sampling. Sample data was collected using questionnaire. Statistical Package for Social Science Version 23 was employed to inter collected data then descriptive statistics and inferential analysis outputs were obtained. Additionally, correlation analysis, analysis of variance (ANOVA) and multiple regression analysis was obtained. The findings revealed that the implementation of computerized accounting systems at Tanzania Ports Authority has significantly improved financial reporting by enhancing accuracy, timeliness, and data reliability. In addition to that, the system has strengthened internal controls by minimizing fraud and promoting transparency. Moreover, access to real-time financial data has enabled quicker and more informed decision-making among managers at Tanzania Ports Authority. The study concludes that computerized accounting systems contributes positively to public Tanzanian organizational performance and recommends increased training, enhanced system integration, and improved information technology infrastructure to maximize its benefits. These findings from Tanzania Ports Authority support the broader adoption of computerized accounting systems across other public organizations/institutions in Tanzania to enhance efficiency and accountability.