Finance and Administration Manager
Dar es Salaam - Tanzania
Job Summary
- Lead the preparation and implementation of annual budgets and financial forecasts.
- Develop and monitor organizational financial management systems policies and internal controls.
- Prepare accurate monthly quarterly and annual financial reports for management the Board donors and regulatory authorities.
- Ensure compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) donor regulations and Tanzanian statutory requirements.
- Manage cash flow banking operations payroll taxation and financial risk.
- Coordinate annual external audits and implement audit recommendations.
- Monitor project budgets and ensure proper utilization of donor funds
- Oversee office administration procurement logistics asset management and inventory control.
- Ensure compliance with organizational policies and applicable laws.
- Supervise administrative staff and support efficient office operations.
- Maintain contracts insurance and organizational records.
- Develop implement and monitor effective internal control systems.
- Coordinate internal and external audits and ensure timely availability of audit documentation.
- Ensure implementation of audit recommendations and monitor corrective action plans.
- Ensure compliance with donor requirements statutory regulations tax laws and organizational policies.
- Maintain an organizational compliance framework and risk register.
- Conduct periodic financial and operational risk assessments and recommend mitigation measures.
- Ensure timely submission of statutory returns and regulatory reports.
- Advise management on financial compliance and governance risks.
- Promote accountability transparency and ethical financial management across the organization.
- Advise the Executive Director and Senior Management Team on financial planning and organizational sustainability.
- Participate in strategic planning organizational development and resource mobilization initiatives.
- Develop and strengthen financial and administrative policies and procedures.
- Promote a culture of accountability transparency and continuous improvement.
- Bachelors Degree in Accounting Finance Business Administration or related field.
- CPA (T) ACCA or an equivalent professional accounting qualification is mandatory.
- A Masters Degree in Finance Accounting Business Administration or a related field will be an added advantage.
- Minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience in finance and administration with at least three (3) years in a managerial position.
- Experience working with NGOs donor-funded projects or membership-based organizations is highly desirable.
- Strong knowledge of Tanzanian tax laws labour laws procurement regulations and donor compliance requirements.
- Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office applications particularly Microsoft Excel
- Excellent financial analysis and budgeting skills.
- Strong leadership planning and organizational abilities.
- High level of integrity and ethical conduct.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
- Commitment to womens economic empowerment and inclusive development.
Required Skills:
Knowledge and Responsibilities Bachelors Degree in Accounting Finance Business Administration or related field. CPA (T) ACCA or an equivalent professional accounting qualification is mandatory. A Masters Degree in Finance Accounting Business Administration or a related field will be an added advantage. Minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience in finance and administration with at least three (3) years in a managerial position. Experience working with NGOs donor-funded projects or membership-based organizations is highly desirable. Strong knowledge of Tanzanian tax laws labour laws procurement regulations and donor compliance requirements. Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office applications particularly Microsoft Excel Excellent financial analysis and budgeting skills. Strong leadership planning and organizational abilities. High level of integrity and ethical conduct. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities. Commitment to womens economic empowerment and inclusive development.