- Application deadline 2017-10-01
Location
Dar Es Salaam
Description
Company Overview
Palladium is a global leader in the design, development and delivery of Positive Impact - the intentional creation of enduring social and economic value. We work with foundations, investors, governments, corporations, communities and civil society to formulate strategies and implement solutions that generate lasting social, environmental and financial benefits.
For the past 50 years, we have been making Positive Impact possible. With a team of more than 2,500 employees operating in 90 plus countries and a global network of more than 35,000 technical experts, Palladium has improved - and is committed to continuing to improve - economies, societies and most importantly, people's lives.
Palladium is a child-safe organisation, and screens applicants for suitability to work with children. We also provide equal employment to all participants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran or marital status.
Project Overview and Role
As part of the CDC-funded REACH project, Palladium seeks to recruit a well-qualified Finance & Administration Officer with experience on USG-funded international development projects. This project will focus on improving reporting and data management at the RHMT and Local Implementing Partner level for HIV service delivery, with the goal of improving data use in decision-making. By improving the quality and accessibility of data, the project is intended to improve the quality of health care in Tanzania and the information available for decision-making at the clinical and policy levels.
The F&A Officer will provide essential support to the finance, operations, and administrative aspects of the REACH project. S/he will report to the Strategic Information Advisor.
Responsibilities
? Maintain financial and accounting systems and procedures in accordance with Palladium corporate requirements and USAID/CDC regulations
? Prepare semi-monthly financial reports and submission to HQ within stipulated date in the calendar
? Review invoices and advise SI Advisor with regards to payment issues to clients, relevant suppliers, consultants and staff.
? Prepare timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, annual inventory, and other financial reports as needed
? Take responsible for receiving, documenting and managing all stock and commodities of the project, including forecasting and requisitions to guarantee optimal stock levels at all times
? Prepare all relevant salary documentation (staff only) for payment
? Download bank statements for the bank accounts, review cash book, reconcile the accounts and advise the SI Advisor accordingly
? Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records
? Process supplier?s payments and hotel accommodations
? Prepare of monthly bank reconciliation statements
? Manage cash flow; preparation of cash forecasts
? Management, disbursement and reconciliation of the office petty cash
? Review and prepare budgets for related project activities
? Carry out banking duties as required
? Supervise the payment process for participants at workshops
? Write checks
? Support and/or delegate administrative activities as needed
? Perform any other responsibilities as may be directed
Requirements
? Bachelors degree in finance, accounting, business or similar field required; master?s or CPA preferred
? 5+ years of progressive responsibility in finance/administration, with at least 3 years spent on the financial management of a similar project
? Prior experience working on USAID, CDC or DFID funded international development projects
? Familiarity with US Federal Government financial and procurement compliance requirements
? Proven track record of fiduciary responsibility
? Experience in budget analysis and projections
? Advanced skills with Microsoft Office Suite
? Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multi-task
? Ability to work in a team and independently with minimal supervision
? Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
? Written/spoken fluency in English and Kiswahili
? Honesty and integrity
APPLICATION
To apply for this job, please go to the following website thepalladiumgroup.com
Palladium is a global leader in the design, development and delivery of Positive Impact - the intentional creation of enduring social and economic value. We work with foundations, investors, governments, corporations, communities and civil society to formulate strategies and implement solutions that generate lasting social, environmental and financial benefits.
For the past 50 years, we have been making Positive Impact possible. With a team of more than 2,500 employees operating in 90 plus countries and a global network of more than 35,000 technical experts, Palladium has improved - and is committed to continuing to improve - economies, societies and most importantly, people's lives.
Palladium is a child-safe organisation, and screens applicants for suitability to work with children. We also provide equal employment to all participants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran or marital status.
Project Overview and Role
As part of the CDC-funded REACH project, Palladium seeks to recruit a well-qualified Finance & Administration Officer with experience on USG-funded international development projects. This project will focus on improving reporting and data management at the RHMT and Local Implementing Partner level for HIV service delivery, with the goal of improving data use in decision-making. By improving the quality and accessibility of data, the project is intended to improve the quality of health care in Tanzania and the information available for decision-making at the clinical and policy levels.
The F&A Officer will provide essential support to the finance, operations, and administrative aspects of the REACH project. S/he will report to the Strategic Information Advisor.
Responsibilities
? Maintain financial and accounting systems and procedures in accordance with Palladium corporate requirements and USAID/CDC regulations
? Prepare semi-monthly financial reports and submission to HQ within stipulated date in the calendar
? Review invoices and advise SI Advisor with regards to payment issues to clients, relevant suppliers, consultants and staff.
? Prepare timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, annual inventory, and other financial reports as needed
? Take responsible for receiving, documenting and managing all stock and commodities of the project, including forecasting and requisitions to guarantee optimal stock levels at all times
? Prepare all relevant salary documentation (staff only) for payment
? Download bank statements for the bank accounts, review cash book, reconcile the accounts and advise the SI Advisor accordingly
? Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records
? Process supplier?s payments and hotel accommodations
? Prepare of monthly bank reconciliation statements
? Manage cash flow; preparation of cash forecasts
? Management, disbursement and reconciliation of the office petty cash
? Review and prepare budgets for related project activities
? Carry out banking duties as required
? Supervise the payment process for participants at workshops
? Write checks
? Support and/or delegate administrative activities as needed
? Perform any other responsibilities as may be directed
Requirements
? Bachelors degree in finance, accounting, business or similar field required; master?s or CPA preferred
? 5+ years of progressive responsibility in finance/administration, with at least 3 years spent on the financial management of a similar project
? Prior experience working on USAID, CDC or DFID funded international development projects
? Familiarity with US Federal Government financial and procurement compliance requirements
? Proven track record of fiduciary responsibility
? Experience in budget analysis and projections
? Advanced skills with Microsoft Office Suite
? Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multi-task
? Ability to work in a team and independently with minimal supervision
? Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
? Written/spoken fluency in English and Kiswahili
? Honesty and integrity
APPLICATION
To apply for this job, please go to the following website thepalladiumgroup.com
Finance and Administration Manager at Palladium
![Finance and Administration Manager at Palladium]()
Reviewed by ISSAH JUMA
on
Tuesday, September 12, 2017
Rating:
No comments: