Finance Manager at University Research Company (URC)

Application Deadline: 07 Oct 2016

Finance Manager POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Finance Manager

Job Description:
The Quality and Performance Institute (QPI) is a division of URC that has implemented quality improvement and operations research programs in health care since 1981 and continues to be at the cutting edge of health care improvement work in countries around the world. The position is available for candidates who are eligible to work in Tanzania for an indefinite period without a need for sponsorship.

Job Responsibilities:
Responsible for administrative financial performance of the project in Tanzania
Ensure accuracy of financial performance and its compliance with URC’s policies and procedures and according to CDC’s rules and regulations
Responsible for implementation of internal financial controls for the project team, sub-grantees and vendors
Oversee performance of sub-grantees, vendors, including their timely and accurate financial and programmatic reporting
Ensure that administrative and financial policies and procedures of the project are compliant with the Republic of Tanzania laws
In collaboration with technical team, develop activity-based budgets for project’s technical components, and provide accurate monthly expenditure updates to PI and project’s technical leadership
Stay updated of CDC policies, procedures, rules and regulations; compile and update applicable local policies; and train URC’s technical and administrative teams in these policies.

Job Requirements:

Master’s degree in financial management, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or other relevant field, or a Bachelor’s or certified accounting degree with 10 years of experience;
At least 10 years of relevant development financial working experience;
At least seven years of experience in accounting, operations and financial management of large-scale, international development assistance programs;
Familiarity with USG financial reporting and compliance requirements;
Demonstrated experience and skills in developing and managing large budgets;
Proficiency in relevant computer applications and databases; and
Excellent written and oral communication skills.

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