Finance Officer

Finance Officer Action Against Hunger Tanzania Req 44 Posted: Friday, June 5, 2026 Expires: Thursday, June 18, 2026 Position Details

• Position: Finance Officer
• Reports to: Finance and Administration Manager
• Level: AAH – 6

Localisation

• Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
• Contract Length: 1 year (renewable)
• Last Updated: June 2026 Summary of Position The Finance Officer operates under the guidance of the Finance and Administration Manager, overseeing key financial functions such as accounting, reporting, and the administration of cash, mobile money, and banking operations. This position encompasses responsibilities like validating transaction vouchers, maintaining financial records, delivering capacity-building training, and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. Purpose The Finance Officer plays a pivotal role in driving financial integrity at Action Against Hunger Tanzania by upholding donor, organizational, and regulatory compliance standards. This position provides oversight of financial operations, including transaction processing, budget management, reporting, internal controls, audit readiness, and partner financial capacity development, all aimed at ensuring transparent and responsible resource utilization. Core responsibilities encompass generating accurate monthly financial statements, analyzing accounts receivable and payable, conducting reconciliations, and overseeing cash management, banking operations, treasury projections, and capacity-building initiatives. Engagement The Finance Officer works in partnership with external financial entities, including banks, tax authorities, and other financial service providers, while offering assistance to bases and field offices as needed. Additionally, the position engages with all staff to oversee cash handling and advance management processes. Delivery We are responsible for producing accurate and prompt monthly accounting records. Ensure all monthly bills and taxes are reported and settled promptly. Key Responsibilities 1. Financial Management and Accounting Review payments to verify completeness and accuracy, ensuring strict adherence to Action Against Hunger (ACF) and donor-mandated standards. Before authorizing payments, ensure all supporting documentation, coding, approvals, and budget availability are validated. Ensure that all financial transactions are recorded promptly and accurately within the designated accounting system. Facilitate the completion of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing procedures to ensure accuracy and compliance with reporting standards. Maintain accurate organization and systematic storage of financial documents, both in physical and electronic formats, ensuring proper filing and archiving procedures are followed. Monitor accounts receivable and payable diligently, ensuring timely tracking of outstanding balances and initiating follow-up actions as required. After the monthly account reconciliation, review all accounting, project, and budget codes for accuracy, promptly identifying and correcting any discrepancies to ensure alignment with established financial standards. Oversee all mandatory statutory deductions, such as PAYE, NSF, WCF, SDL, and additional required contributions. 2. Treasury and Cash Management Develop and present monthly cash forecasts alongside liquidity plans.

Profil recherché

• Monitor bank balances and cash requirements. Process authorized bank transfers, mobile money transactions, and others designated payment methods. Perform thorough bank reconciliations and address any discrepancies without delay to ensure financial accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain optimal cash flow efficiency throughout country and field offices. 3. Budget Monitoring, Compliance, and Financial Analysis Ensure strict adherence to ACF financial policies, donor regulations, and statutory mandates as stipulated by Tanzanian law. Perform regular compliance assessments and targeted audits to ensure adherence to established standards and regulations. Enhance the effectiveness of internal control frameworks and systematically evaluate opportunities for refinement to bolster organizational governance and operational integrity.
• Ensure the timely and effective execution of audit recommendations and corrective action plans. Educate stakeholders on fraud prevention strategies and uphold ethical financial management standards to safeguard organizational integrity.
• Manage filing, document retrieval, and retention. Provide assistance for internal, external, donor, and statutory audits to ensure compliance and accuracy in financial reporting. Prepare financial schedules and compile supporting documentation in preparation for audits. Assist with the compilation and documentation of financial reports for donors and country offices. Ensure all audit findings are properly addressed and systematically tracked until they are fully resolved. 4. Partner Financial Management
• Examine partner financial reports and associated documentation to verify accuracy and compliance.
• Conduct partner financial monitoring visits.
• Facilitate the enhancement of financial capabilities for local partner organizations.

Responsabilités

• Verify that partners adhere to the terms specified in grant agreements and meet all donor-imposed obligations. Professional Paragraph: Actively safeguarding organizational integrity, this role is responsible for implementing robust measures to prevent fraudulent activities and corruption while ensuring adherence to regulatory and ethical standards. Through systematic compliance management, the position oversees the development and enforcement of policies, conducts risk assessments, and monitors internal controls to mitigate potential violations. Key duties include investigating suspicious behavior, reporting breaches, and collaborating with stakeholders to foster a culture of transparency and accountability across all operations. Detect and mitigate fraudulent and corrupt activities through proactive risk assessment and the establishment of robust prevention and control measures. Promptly notify the Finance and Administration Manager of any suspected fraud or corruption and implement corrective measures in accordance with established policies.
• Execute and monitor the implementation of recommendations derived from daily control and audit activities. Monthly spot checks and field visits are conducted to monitor activities. 6. Capacity Building

Compétences requises

• Provide comprehensive onboarding for new employees regarding financial policies, procedural guidelines, and regulatory compliance obligations. Facilitate ongoing training sessions focused on enhancing skills in financial management, budgeting methodologies, and proper documentation practices. Provide continuous technical assistance to program and operations personnel to ensure seamless functionality and productivity. Gender Equality Commitments Create an inclusive workplace that upholds gender equality and guarantees equitable access to information for all individuals, regardless of gender. Foster an equitable workplace in which women and men are assessed and advanced solely on the basis of their competencies and achievements. Respect shall be extended to all beneficiaries—women, men, children (both boys and girls)—without discrimination based on gender, sexual orientation, disability, religion, race, color, ancestry, national origin, age, or marital status.
• Value and respect all cultures. Physical Demands The role demands sustained sitting, focused concentration—particularly for typing—and the ability to deliver high volumes of precise work in tight deadlines, often amid stress, within a moderately noisy office environment with frequent interruptions. The incumbent must demonstrate meticulous self-proofreading skills, ensuring accuracy with only occasional, minor corrections required. The physical demands outlined are essential to fulfilling the key responsibilities of this role. Accommodations may be provided to support individuals with disabilities in meeting these core requirements. Working Conditions, Travel and Environment This role mandates consistent attendance, with a minimum of five days per week. The employee must maintain flexibility to accommodate extended hours, weekend assignments, or other scheduling needs as dictated by operational demands. Routine domestic and international travel is expected to fulfill essential business obligations. During assignments, personnel may face challenging environments characterized by heightened security risks, rudimentary living accommodations, exposure to outdoor elements, and potential exposure to contagious illnesses. Required Qualifications and Professional Experience A recognized university must have awarded you a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce. A professional qualification such as CPA (T), ARCA, or an equivalent credential would be highly beneficial. Seeking candidates with at least four years of progressive finance and accounting experience, ideally within an international NGO setting.

Expérience

• A proven track record in overseeing donor-funded initiatives, including those supported by Global Affairs Canada (GAC), European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations (ECHO), the European Union (EU), the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), and the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO). Demonstrates a solid grasp of financial controls, budgeting methodologies, and audit procedures. Experienced candidates must demonstrate advanced proficiency with Excel and accounting software, as well as ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Fluency in English.
• Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and deadline-management skills.
• Professionalism, teamwork, proactivity, and motivation.
• High attention to detail. Highly motivated and proactive individual eager to drive and sustain ongoing enhancements and operational excellence. The role offers a competitive compensation package along with comprehensive benefits. As an equal opportunity employer, the company adheres strictly to all relevant nondiscrimination regulations. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Job Details
• Job Family: TZ
• Pay Type: Salary
• Employment Indicator: Seasonal

Formation / Diplômes

• Education Level: Bachelor’s Degree
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