Finance Manager Job at Tanzania Enlightenment Development Innovations (TEDI)
Employer: Tanzania Enlightenment Development Innovations (TEDI)
Position: Finance Manager
Department: Finance
Duty Station: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Employment Type: Full-Time
Management Level: Mid-Level Management
Reports To: Executive Director
Travel: Occasional travel to project implementation locations
Application Deadline: 21 November 2026
About Tanzania Enlightenment Development Innovations (TEDI)
Tanzania Enlightenment Development Innovations (TEDI) is a non-governmental organisation dedicated to transforming education and expanding economic opportunities for young people in Tanzania.
TEDI works with government institutions, schools, communities, development partners and the private sector to develop locally owned learning systems that equip young people with practical skills for education, employment, entrepreneurship and sustainable livelihoods.
Its programmes focus on digital education, foundational learning, skills development and inclusive access to educational opportunities across Tanzania.
Position Summary
TEDI is seeking a competent, ethical and results-oriented Finance Manager to oversee the organisation's financial management, reporting, budgeting, internal controls, audit coordination and financial compliance.
The successful candidate will strengthen financial systems, ensure accurate financial reporting, manage donor-funded project finances and advise management on financial planning, risks, resource allocation and organisational sustainability.
Key Responsibilities
1. Financial Management and Oversight
Oversee daily financial operations across projects, departments and operational locations.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records in accordance with accounting standards and organisational policies.
Supervise payments, receipts, journal entries, reconciliations and expenditure documentation.
Review expenditures for proper authorisation, supporting documents and compliance.
Monitor cash flow, liquidity, financial commitments and available funds.
Advise management on expenditure decisions, financial risks and resource utilisation.
2. Budgeting, Financial Planning and Analysis
Lead the preparation and consolidation of annual organisational budgets.
Support project budgets, donor proposals, budget revisions and financial forecasts.
Monitor actual expenditure against approved budgets and explain significant variances.
Prepare budget-versus-actual reports and recommend corrective actions.
Develop cash flow forecasts and provide financial analysis to support decision-making.
3. Donor Financial Management and Grant Compliance
Oversee grant financial management in accordance with donor agreements and approved budgets.
Ensure expenditure meets donor eligibility, documentation and reporting requirements.
Prepare accurate and timely donor financial reports.
Maintain audit-ready financial records for projects and funding sources.
Monitor grant utilisation, reporting deadlines and funding restrictions.
Support donor financial assessments, compliance reviews and grant proposals.
4. Financial Audits and Institutional Compliance
Coordinate annual external audits, project-specific audits and donor reviews.
Prepare financial schedules, reconciliations and supporting documentation for audits.
Follow up audit findings and monitor corrective actions.
Ensure compliance with Tanzanian taxation, statutory and regulatory obligations.
Coordinate preparation and submission of statutory returns and required reports.
5. ERP Systems and Accounting Software
Oversee the effective use of ERP and accounting systems, including ERPNext or equivalent platforms.
Ensure accurate financial transaction entries and correct project and grant coding.
Strengthen approval workflows, budget controls and financial reporting.
Ensure timely bank, cash, supplier and general ledger reconciliations.
Identify opportunities for financial automation and improved controls.
Train relevant staff and prepare management reports from financial systems.
6. Internal Controls and Financial Risk Management
Maintain effective controls to safeguard organisational funds and assets.
Enforce financial policies, delegated authorities and approval procedures.
Identify and address risks involving fraud, errors and unauthorised spending.
Monitor staff advances, liquidations, supplier payments and outstanding obligations.
Support procurement compliance and value-for-money practices.
7. Financial Reporting and Management Information
Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports.
Consolidate financial information across organisational operations and donor-funded projects.
Report income, expenditure, cash flow and budget performance.
Prepare management summaries and financial dashboards.
Support financial reporting to the Board and governance structures.
8. Team Supervision and Coordination
Supervise and coach finance and accounting staff.
Review financial outputs for accuracy and compliance.
Build staff capacity in financial procedures and budgeting.
Collaborate with programmes, operations, procurement and administration teams.
Promote accountability and effective coordination across departments.
Minimum Qualifications and Experience
Education and Professional Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration (Accounting/Finance) or a related field.
CPA(T), ACCA or an equivalent recognised accounting qualification is strongly preferred.
Candidates actively pursuing professional accounting certification may also be considered.
Training in donor compliance, auditing, financial management or ERP systems is an added advantage.
Professional Experience
4–6 years of progressively responsible experience in accounting, finance operations or financial management.
At least 2 years of experience involving financial oversight, budgeting, reporting, audit coordination or supervision of finance processes.
Experience managing donor-funded projects, preferably within an NGO, development organisation or grant-funded institution.
Practical experience preparing financial statements, management accounts, budget reports and reconciliations.
Experience supporting external audits and implementing audit recommendations.
Hands-on experience using ERP or accounting platforms such as ERPNext, SAP, Odoo, QuickBooks, Sage or equivalent.
Working knowledge of Tanzanian taxation, statutory obligations and financial compliance requirements.
Required Technical Competencies
Financial accounting and reporting.
Budget development, monitoring and financial analysis.
Cash flow forecasting and variance reporting.
Audit preparation and internal financial controls.
ERP systems and digital financial management.
Advanced Microsoft Excel, including formulas, PivotTables and reconciliations.
Donor financial management, grant budgeting and financial reporting.
Personal Attributes and Competencies
High integrity, honesty and ethical conduct.
Strong accountability and ownership.
Excellent attention to detail.
Professional judgement and analytical thinking.
Proactive problem-solving abilities.
Confidentiality and discretion.
Independence and willingness to enforce financial controls.
Strong collaboration and communication skills.
Adaptability and continuous learning.
Key Performance Expectations
Accurate and timely financial and donor reports.
Effective financial controls and complete supporting documentation.
Audit-ready records and timely resolution of audit findings.
Effective budget monitoring and expenditure tracking.
Accurate ERP transactions and reconciliations.
Timely statutory and donor compliance.
Effective cash flow forecasting and financial risk reporting.
Strong supervision and coordination with programme teams.
Expected Priorities During the First Six Months
Assess existing financial policies, controls and procedures.
Review the accuracy and completeness of ERP and accounting records.
Strengthen monthly reconciliations and grant-level financial tracking.
Establish monthly management reporting, including budget-versus-actual analysis and cash flow forecasts.
Review outstanding audit findings, statutory obligations and donor reporting commitments.
Identify control weaknesses and develop a financial systems improvement plan.
Improve coordination between finance, programmes, procurement and management.
Working Relationships
The Finance Manager will work with the Executive Director, Head of Programmes and Operations, Project Coordinators, Programme Managers, Procurement, Logistics and Administrative Teams, external auditors, financial service providers, donors and implementing partners.
Application Instructions
Interested and qualified candidates should submit the following documents:
Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Cover letter explaining their suitability for the position.
Contact details of three professional referees, including at least one recent direct supervisor.
Application Email: careers@tedi.or.tz
Email Subject: Application – Finance Manager
Application Deadline: 21 November 2026
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. TEDI reserves the right to conduct reference checks and employment verification.
