Finance Officer Job Vacancy at Nutrition International

Employment Type: Full-time

Location: Tabora, Tanzania

Deadline for Submission: 19th September, 2024

About us

At Nutrition International, we make a difference, because nutrition is the difference. Woven into the very fabric of our approach is the passion and drive of our global team of over 600 people, working in 13 offices across 11 countries with one common goal: transforming the lives of people who need it most through improved nutrition.

If you are a motivated and passionate individual who shares our conviction that a better world is possible through improved nutrition, wants to leave the world a little better than they found it, and is looking to be part of a global team with a clear vision, we want to hear from you. Please consider applying for the position below.

 About the role

To contribute to the effectiveness of NI BRIGHT Project through providing effective and efficient support on financial and administrative issues to BRIGHT staff while working with the Finance and Administration Manager, Country Office staff and Corporate Services Staff in NI’s Regional Office.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Finance and Administration Manager in the preparations of annual operational and pure program budget and expenditure forecasts for office operations and ensure that spending is within approved budget.
• Conduct 100% review of project financial documents for accuracy, reliability, completeness and compliance with the Contribution Agreement compliance regulations.
• Provide the program staff with quarterly budget variance report and track justifications for variances.
• Provide effective support to project staff in understanding and implementing NI financial and administrative policies and procedures, including effective and regular use of the contracts database and CLM.
• Ensure the production of accurate and timely financial information, including reviewing financial transactions, journal entries, account reconciliations, financial analysis, and reports before they are submitted to the Regional Office.
• Support the Contracting and Procurement Officer in the process of purchasing of office equipment and supplies as per NI procurement guidelines and delegated authority and arrange payments.
• Prepare monthly financial reports and ensure appropriate coding/allocations.
• Assist the Finance and Administration Manager in managing service providers by drafting administrative agreements and ensuring that services are provided as per the requirements of the service agreements.
• Maintain inventories of all office fixed assets, office equipment and supplies and ensure that equipment and fixed assets are insured, properly maintained and damages and losses reported

About You;

You have;

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Commerce/Accounting/Finance or other related field from a recognized university.
• Professional Qualification-CPA or ACCA
• At least 4-year experience working in accounting and/or finance, particularly in a donor funded organization of project. 3-year experience working in project office administration.
• Solid knowledge of generally acceptable accounting practices, financial systems, budget and cash flow monitoring and accounting controls, in an international context.
• Experience working with the Microsoft suite, especially Excel.
• Solid knowledge of accounting software, Great Plains, QuickBooks, or Peachtree an asset
• Ability to plan and organize work to meet deadlines
• Ability to accommodate to new situations within the organization (flexibility)
• Ability to work under pressure
• Strong numerical skills & attention to detail.

What we offer

A competitive market pay, health and dental benefits and pension plan, flexible work hours, four weeks of vacation (plus public holidays) and support for learning and development opportunities. We offer a collaborative and engaging work environment.

Nutrition International is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible work environment. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process.

Please note that all our offers are conditional subject to appropriate screening checks and satisfactory reference checks.

For more detailed information about the role, please click on the Job Description attached. Please click on the Apply button to submit your application.

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