Finance officer job at Thamini Uhai Kigoma is needed
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Thamini Uhai is seeking a motivated and experienced candidate to join a strong and creative team in the organization in
the position described below:
Position : Finance Officer er Duty station : Kigomaoma Reporting to : Finance and Administration Managerer
Purpose of the role:
Since 2008, the Thamini Uhai has contributed to the Government of Tanzania’s efforts to reduce maternal and neonatal mortality by improving women’s access to good-quality emergency obstetric and neonatal care (EmONC) through its Tanzania maternal health program.
The program works in Kigoma region supporting 32 health facilities to bring quality EmONC services to rural, isolated populations. Thamini Uhai upgrades health centers, strengthens hospitals, trains and mentors assistant medical officers to provide emergency obstetric care including cesarean sections and nurse-midwives/clinical officers to provide anesthesia, strengthens referral systems and works to increase demand for good-quality services through multimedia communication campaigns and by partnering with community health workers. The program is also now adding a birth companionship component to our work in Kigoma which will contribute to improving the quality of delivery care in the supported facilities in that region.
Thamini Uhai is seeking a motivated and experienced candidate to join a strong and creative team in the organization in the position described below:
The Finance Officer will perform financial management duties described below for the organization under the supervision of Finance and Administration Manager (FAM).
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain ledgers and accounting records (A/P. A/R & G/L), ensure proper authorizations and backup documents are present with every invoice for classification and recording of financial transactions into accounting software, reconciliation of all accounts.
- Maintain proper records of advance requests, reimbursements and tracking them to ensure employees adhere to set standards on given advances. Ensure payment relating to all program expenditures e.g. salaries and benefits, consultant salaries are paid timely and statutory payments are done according to requirements.
- Prepare all the financial documents, bills, and other supporting document before making payments to the staff and other third parties. Maintain records of all procurement including quotations, invoices, local purchasing orders and payment records.
- Maintain office petty cash and ensure all disbursements and replenishments are recorded accurately.
- Assist the Finance and Administration Manager to estimate cash requirements for Tanzania office on monthly basis based on the departmental work plans/ requests and produce consolidated requests for the organization
- Prepare bank reconciliations and assist to prepare monthly financial reports which will be reviewed by the Finance and Administration Manager.
- Assist the Finance and Administration Manager to coordinate the conduction of annual external audits and preparation of the annual financial statements as needed.
- Maintain confidentiality of administrative and financial information as per Thamini Uhai policy.
- Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance or related degree from a recognized institution. Possession of proficiency certification such as CPA (T) will be an added advantage.
- A minimum working experience of 3 years, preferably with international donor-funded organizations.
- Advanced computer skills with ability to work with spread sheets and accounting software.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Fluency in English and Swahili
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to interact well with staff, donors, vendors and office visitors
- Excellent organizational skills
- Demonstrated motivation, team spirit, and initiative
- Ability to manage multiple tasks at the same time in a demanding work environment
- Must be able to work in a diverse team environment and able to work a flexible work schedule
- Positive attitude and good interpersonal skills
- Well organized with good attention to detail and willingness to do comprehensive work.
- Willingness and ability to travel to program sites in rural Kigoma.
Compensation: Salary will be set according to education, experience, and previous compensation history.
How to apply:
- Email a cover letter and your Curriculum Vitae ONLY, along with the names, email addresses and phone numbers of three professional references, with title in the subject line: “Finance Officer Application” to info@thaminiuhai.or.tz
- Only complete applications will be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and will be required to bring their original certificates during the interview.
- Thamini Uhai is an equal opportunity employer. Closing date: 19th May, 2017
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Finance officer job at Thamini Uhai Kigoma is needed
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