Senior Finance Officer at Mercy Corps

Senior Finance Officer at Mercy Corps

Full-Time Position in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania | Senior Finance Officer at Mercy Corps

About Mercy Corps: Mercy Corps is a leading global organization powered by the belief that a better world is possible. Operating in more than 40 countries, they partner to put bold solutions into action, helping people triumph over adversity and build stronger communities. Mercy Corps began full operations in Tanzania in 2016, implementing various programs to improve the lives and livelihoods of Tanzanians.

Position: Senior Finance Officer

Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Position Type: Full-time, Regular

Job Description: As a Senior Finance Officer working in the Finance Department under the direction of the Finance and Grants Manager, you will be responsible for daily office operations in-country and field offices. Your role includes reviewing transactions, ensuring compliance with policies, donor regulations, and applicable country laws, facilitating audits, and coordinating financial reporting. You will also supervise and coach finance assistants, support and track contracts, payments, leases, fixed assets, and procurements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor programs and operations expenditure, reviewing monthly transactions, preparing summary analysis reports, and other relevant analyses.
• Ensure smooth functionality of finance/accounting functions, conduct staff capacity building/training, and review BvA transactions.
• Review payment documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with local laws, donor regulations, and Mercy Corps internal policies.
• Review expense reports for accuracy and completeness before payment.
• Clear receivable accounts and ensure proper coding of all transactions in line with the standard chart of accounts.
• Prepare cash flow projections, review invoices/receipts, and ensure month-end balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Perform bank reconciliations, handle tax payments, participate in audits, and support the Finance Manager as needed.
• Supervise Finance Assistants/Officers and provide ongoing orientation, training, and support.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in commerce/accounting/finance/Business Administration.
• Four or more years of demonstrated professional experience managing grants, subcontracts, procurement, and compliance with donor regulations.
• Strong accounting skills and experience, including management of the general ledger, journal entries, payables, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Tech-savvy with advanced computer skills in MS Office programs, Power Point, advanced Excel.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently, take initiative, and contribute to a team.

How to Apply: Interested applicants are requested to submit their updated CV (3 pages maximum) and a cover letter (1 page maximum) addressed to the Mercy Corps Country Coordinator. Highlight your relevant experience and explain why you are the ideal candidate for this position. The deadline for applications is January 22, 2024. Apply through this link.

Please write in the English language.