Finance Officer

MSI Tanzania – Career Opportunity

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About MSI Tanzania

MSI Tanzania is one of the largest providers of Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) services in Tanzania, serving communities nationwide since 1989. The organization is part of MSI Reproductive Choices, which operates in 36 countries worldwide.

Working closely with the Government of Tanzania, MSI Tanzania provides high-quality, client-centered reproductive health services and information through multiple service delivery channels across all regions of the country.

MSI Tanzania is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and post holders to share this commitment.

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Position Details

Item	Description
Position	Finance Officer
Number of Posts	1
Duty Station	Dar es Salaam
Reports To	Senior Accountant
Application Deadline	19 June 2026

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Job Summary

Reporting to the Senior Accountant, the Finance Officer will support the overall financial management of MSI Tanzania by ensuring:

• Accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Preparation of monthly management accounts.
• Maintenance of the organization’s general ledger.
• Compliance with IPSAS and Tanzanian financial regulations.
• Support to management information systems and financial controls.
• Technical support on finance systems and reporting processes.

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Key Responsibilities

1. Maintenance of MSI Tanzania General Ledger

• Maintain the SUN Accounting System to ensure accurate and timely financial information.
• Prepare and submit financial reports in the required formats and timelines.
• Process and monitor trade receivable transactions.
• Post invoices and reconcile accounts receivable ledgers.
• Resolve outstanding receivables and monitor aging reports.
• Process supplier invoices and ensure proper approvals.
• Match purchase orders with receiving reports and invoices.
• Process and monitor accounts payable disbursements.
• Review account codes and supporting documentation for accuracy.
• Process employee retirements of imprests and expense claims.
• Verify supporting documents and ensure policy compliance.
• Issue monthly staff debtor balance statements.

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2. Preparation of Timely and Reliable Management Reports

• Manage cash flow reporting and forecasting.
• Prepare weekly cash flow forecasts.
• Extract and analyze monthly performance reports for:
  • Clinics and centres
  • Support office operations
  • Outreach teams
  • Cost centres

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3. Treasury Management

• Manage daily banking transactions.
• Process payments and ensure proper authorization.
• Distribute cheques where applicable.
• Ensure timely payment of statutory obligations including:
  • PAYE
  • Pension contributions
  • Workers’ Compensation Fund contributions
• Ensure compliance with:
  • MSI Tanzania policies and procedures
  • Sound accounting principles
  • MSI partnership standards

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4. Asset Management

• Maintain accurate records of organizational assets.
• Ensure proper safeguarding of:
  • Physical assets
  • Inventory
  • Financial assets
• Ensure compliance with organizational asset management policies.

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5. Audit and Compliance

• Support external audit processes.
• Respond to auditors’ queries.
• Assist in implementing audit recommendations.
• Monitor compliance with:
  • Internal financial policies
  • Tax laws
  • Statutory regulations
  • Organizational financial procedures
• Coordinate with relevant authorities to maintain compliance.

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Minimum Requirements

Educational Qualifications

Applicants must possess:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy or equivalent.
• Professional accounting qualification or be in the final stages of obtaining one of the following:
  • CPA
  • ACCA
  • ACA
  • CIMA

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Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of progressive experience in a similar finance role.
• Experience in both NGO and private sector environments is desirable.
• Experience with donor-funded projects is an added advantage, particularly:
  • USAID
  • DFID/FCDO
  • European Commission-funded programs
• Experience working in a busy, deadline-driven finance environment.

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Skills and Competencies

• Excellent knowledge of accounting and financial management systems.
• Strong financial reporting and analytical skills.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to perform under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with computerized accounting systems.
• Knowledge of SUN Systems is an added advantage.
• Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Teamwork and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Negotiation and stakeholder management abilities.

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How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit:

• Application Letter
• Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Applications should be addressed to:

Director of People and Culture

MSI Tanzania
11 Majuva Street – Mwenge
P. O. Box 7072
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Telephone: +255 22 2774991/4
VOIP: +255 768 987 780

📧 Email: jobs@mst.or.tz

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Application Deadline

📅 19 June 2026

All applications must reach the addressee on or before the closing date.

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Important Notice

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. MSI Tanzania is an equal opportunity employer committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.