Finance Officer at Footsteps Africa

WE ARE HIRING FINANCE OFFICER

Footsteps Africa is currently seeking to recruit for the position of Finance Officer (FO). The FO will be responsible for financial budgeting, accounts documentation & preparing financial reports and including implementing financial policies & working with external auditors.

Key Roles and Responsibilities;

• Financial management: Ensure accurate & timely financial transactions, record-keeping, & reporting in compliance with Footsteps Africa ‘s financial policies & internal controls environment
• Budgeting and forecasting: lead preparation of budgets of programme & projects, ensuring alignment with programme goals & financial resources.
• Donor reporting: Prepare financial reports for the programme & specific projects while ensuring transparency & adherence to grants/ partners’ requirements.
• Internal controls: Maintain & strengthen internal controls to adhere & promote a stewardships & accountable financial management culture & ensure adherence to Footsteps Africa ‘s financial policies.
• Audit support: Collaborate in preparing for internal & external audits, ensuring all financial documentation & records are well-organized and accessible.
• Capacity building: Provide guidance & support to programme staff on budget management, financial reporting, & compliance matters.
• Social enterprise Development: Supporting financial modelling & accounting of social enterprises

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and Finance etc.; a professional certification is an added advantage
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in finance & accounting ideally in an NGO context
• Proficiency in use of financial software (SAGE), Excel, & accounts data analysis and presentation
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, & a commitment to accuracy.
• Familiarity with donor regulations, grant compliances, & reporting requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication skills & good team player
• You have a track record of & referenceble accountability in financial management

Values

• Commitment to accountability on delivering results & stewardship in resource use
• You are not an allowance-minded person

Job Location

• Lilongwe but with frequent travel across the country

Why join us?

Working with Footsteps Africa offers a unique opportunity to be part of an innovative organization that values integrity, accountability, continuous improvement & org, independence. As a Finance Officer, you will contribute to an impactful Water Ecosystem and WASH programme while growing professionally in an innovation-driven working space.

Method Of Application

Please send a one-page application letter & CV of not more than two pages including copies of relevant certificates through [email protected]. The email heading should bear the title of the position being applied for. The closing date of application is December 23rd, 2024.Note: Due to the many applications that we normally receive, shortlisting & interviews will be done on a rolling basis without waiting for the closing date.