Chief Finance Officer (CFO) Job at ASA Microfinance Tanzania - Career Opportunity in Tanzania

Vacancy title:
Chief Finance Officer (CFO)

[ Type: FULL TIME , Industry: Finance , Category: Accounting & Finance ]

Jobs at:

ASA Microfinance Tanzania

Deadline of this Job:
10 April 2021  

Duty Station:
Within Tanzania , Dar es Salaam , East Africa

Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, March 17, 2021 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed


JOB DETAILS:
Background.
ASA Microfinance Tanzania) Limited, incorporated under the Companies Act 2002 (No. 93819) of Tanzania and an affiliate of ASA International (www.asa-international.com), one of the largest microfinance companies in the world. We are hereby inviting qualified citizens of Tanzania to be part of our team for the following positions. ASA Tanzania is an equal opportunity employer who requires dynamic, loyal and committed young men and women who have passion for people's socio-economic development to fill in the following positions for immediate appointment. .

Job Responsibilities:
• Oversee the monthly, quarterly and annual financial statement preparation and analysis and ensure the financial statements are prepared in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and company policies.

• Provide advice and counsel to direct reports, senior managers and others relating to broad scope of responsibilities noted above. Provides financial analysis to a wide range of assignments, often under tight deadlines, to support numerous business processes and initiatives.

• Ensure the company-wide implementation of superior accounting, financial reporting and financial processes and internal controls. This includes developing appropriate processes, procedures and tools to ensure that deficiencies are identified and corrected in a timely fashion.

• Ensure the company-wide implementation of superior accounting, financial reporting and financial processes and internal controls. This includes developing appropriate processes, procedures and tools to ensure that deficiencies are identified and corrected in a timely fashion.
• Evaluate on an ongoing basis the accounting system, so that it reflects an accurate assessment of the operating revenues and expenses of the organization. Ensure compliance with all Federal / Government regulations, including taxation. Evaluate on an ongoing basis the purchasing system in coordination with department heads so that acceptable controls, approvals and time frames are responsive to the requirements of the organization and generally accepted accounting principles.

• Serve as a key member of the senior leadership team providing leadership and input to management peers regarding the financial implications of all major business decisions.

• Manages annual operating and capital budget process, through review with senior management and Board. Assists with the annual business planning process.

• Directs insurance portfolio for all property and casualty insurance, workers compensation, employee health and welfare benefit programs, player disability and contract guarantee insurance, etc.

• Manage relationships with bankers, auditors and league officials, as appropriate.

• Responsible for cash management system, including daily cash management and cash forecasting.

• Other duties as assigned.


Job Skills : Not Specified


Academic Qualification & Experience Requirements:
• Minimum bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related subjects.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is a MUST,
• MSc/MBA will be an added advantage.
• Minimum 7 years’ professional experiences as CFO or relevant role is a MUST
• Preferably Experience in working with NGOs/Financial Institutions/Banks/Consultancy firm.
• In depth knowledge of corporate financial law and risk
• management practices.
• Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting methods.
• Proficient in the use of MS Office and financial management software (e.g., SAP).
• Ability to strategize and solve problems.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• An analytical mind, comfortable with numbers.


Work Hours: 8 84 Bachelor Degree

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Job application procedure

Mode of Application
Applicants who consider himself/herself competent with the above-mentioned position, please send your application to recruitment@asatanzania.com  before 1700HRS on 10th April 2021.


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Job Info
Job Category: Accounting/ Finance jobs in Tanzania
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: 10 April 2021
Duty Station: Dar es Salaam
Posted: 17-03-2021
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 17-03-2021
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 17-03-2065
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