🏦 Finance Officer at Corus International

📅 Job ID: 3656613

About Corus International

Corus International, the parent organization of Lutheran World Relief, IMA World Health, CGA Technologies, Ground Up Investing, and Farmers Market Brands, has been operating in Tanzania since 1963. With over 150 years of combined experience, Corus works to end extreme poverty by providing sustainable solutions in various sectors, including agriculture, health, and economic development.

🔗 More about Corus: https://corusinternational.org

Position Overview

Corus International is hiring a Finance Officer for a five-year USDA project aimed at developing and transforming SMEs in the poultry value chain into sustainable commercial businesses in Tanzania. The project focuses on feed sector strengthening, agricultural technologies, animal health management, and financial services across Mbeya, Iringa, Songwe, and Rukwa.

The Finance Officer (FO) will report to the Finance & Administration Director and oversee financial transactions, budgeting, reporting, and compliance with international accounting standards.

Key Responsibilities

📊 Financial Transactions & Reporting
✔️ Process payment requests and enter transactions into accounting software.
✔️ Prepare monthly cash advance requests for office operations.
✔️ Consolidate financial reports for submission to headquarters.

💰 Payroll & Tax Compliance
✔️ Process payroll and tax payments (including withholding taxes and returns).
✔️ Track advance requests, reconciliations, and repayments.
✔️ Maintain petty cash and ensure policy compliance.

📁 Financial Administration & Compliance
✔️ Maintain financial records (vouchers, payroll documents, bank statements, etc.).
✔️ Assist in audit preparations and ensure accurate documentation.
✔️ Oversee procurement processes (vendor vetting, estimates, and contract compliance).

🚗 Logistics & Office Administration
✔️ Arrange staff travel, events, and workshops.
✔️ Manage office administrative tasks as required.

Qualifications & Experience

🎓 Education & Certification
✅ Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
✅ ACCA/CPA certification is a plus.

📈 Experience & Skills
✅ Minimum 3 years of experience in finance/accounting.
✅ Proficiency in financial software (QuickBooks, MIP).
✅ Strong skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint).
✅ Excellent communication skills in English & Swahili.
✅ Ability to work independently and in a team.
✅ Experience in NGOs and international organizations is an added advantage.

How to Apply

📩 Submit your CV and application to:
📌 Email: recruitment@corusinternational.org

📢 Lutheran World Relief is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).