Finance Officer Job Vacancy at Corus International Feb 2025
Job Overview
Finance Officer
Corus International
Location: Mbeya, Tanzania
Type: Full-time
Job Overview
Corus International, through its Lutheran World Relief program, seeks a qualified Finance Officer for a five-year USDA project focused on developing and transforming small and medium enterprise (SMEs) poultry value chain into sustainable commercial businesses in Tanzania. The project will strengthen the feed sector and incorporate appropriate agricultural technologies, improve animal health management practices, Capacity building in agricultural finance services, and strengthening the extension and service providers in Mbeya, Iringa, Songwe, and Rukwa.
About Corus International
Corus International is the parent of a family of world-class organizations working to deliver the holistic, lasting solutions needed to end extreme poverty once and for all. Our nonprofit and for-profit subsidiaries include IMA World Health and its fundraising brand Corus World Health, Lutheran World Relief, CGA Technologies, Ground Up Investing, and Farmers Market Brands.
Job Summary
Reporting to the Finance & Administration Director, the Finance Officer (FO) will manage financial transactions, budget, prepare financial reports, and support overall financial operations in line with organizational policies and procedures and internationally recognized accounting standards.
Roles & Responsibilities:
Prepare financial transactions such as payment requests; enter financial transactions into accounting software
Prepare monthly cash advance requests for office operations with input from country managers
Extract and consolidate reports from financial systems for country managers to prepare financial report submissions to headquarters
Process payroll and issue payments after appropriate review and approval. Prepare payments and file taxes, including any applicable withholding taxes and returns
Review advance requests and advance reconciliations/expense reports for accuracy. Track repayment of advances and enforces policies related to reconciling advances.
Manage petty cash
Maintain a filing system (hard copy and e-files) of supporting documentation, including payment and receipt vouchers, payroll vouchers and related tax documents, bank statements and reconciliation, etc.
Perform administrative procurement processes, including file management, collecting estimates/bids, and running vendor vetting reports.
Implement the contractual terms for orders, receipt of goods, confirmation service completion, and payments.
Arrange logistics for staff travel, events, workshops, etc.
Carry out administrative tasks in the office
Support with audit, i.e., collect and consolidate documents needed for audit exercises.
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field; professional certification (e.g., ACCA, CPA) is a plus.
Minimum of 3 years related experience.
Proficiency in financial software and tools, including Quick Books or MIP Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, and web browser software.
Presentation and strong communication skills, including good written and spoken English and Swahili.
Attention to detail in project accounting, tracking, and monitoring, writing, editing, typing, and filing.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Ability to prioritize, organize, and carry out multiple tasks efficiently.
Ability to work with diverse groups of people in a multicultural, team-oriented environment.
Experience in office administration and working in an international NGO are added advantages.
How to Apply
For full Job Description and to apply for this position open following link.
Apply by February 28, 2025. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Lutheran World Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).