POSITION: FINANCE MANAGER

Organization: Mazingira Alliance for Community and Conservation (MACCO) NGO

Location: Box 10 – Mang’ula, Morogoro region Tanzania

Position Type: Full-Time

Duration: 12 months with possibility of contract extension

Application Deadline: December 5, 2025

About Us

Mazingira Alliance for Community and Conservation (MACCO) is a Non-Governmental Organization based in Mang’ula “B” – Kilombero District in Morogoro Region in Tanzania (website under construction). On 19/07/2019, the organization was officially registered as Non-Governmental Organization under the name of Associazione Mazingira (download here the 2024 report), and on March 11, 2025, changed its name to Mazingira Alliance for Community and Conservation (MACCO) with registration number NGO/R1/0037.

MACCO works in the general area of biodiversity conservation with a focus on the Udzungwa Mountains of Tanzania and through a range of projects spanning from biodiversity research, monitoring and community conservation. As of 2025 the organisation has 28 permanent staff in its payroll.

MACCO is seeking a Finance Manager. The candidate will primarily be responsible for strategic and operational leadership of MACCO’s finance department. The role ensures accurate accounting, strong internal controls, transparency, donor compliance, and effective financial support to all MACCO projects. The Finance Manager will also supervise the Accountants, ensuring quality, accuracy, and timely delivery of their duties.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Lead all financial operations of the organization.
• Supervise and mentor the finance department staff.
• Advise project managers/coordinators on financial planning, budgeting, and cost management to ensure alignment with organizational goals, mission, and vision. Oversee preparation of budgets, forecasts, and financial reports for all projects.
• Ensure compliance with the accounting manuals, policies, and internal control procedures of the organization.
• Train staff on financial processes, internal control systems, and reporting standards, including but not limited to: financial statement close processes, cash disbursements, payroll management and provisions and accruals.
• Promote a high-performing, accountable, and compliant finance team culture.
• Ensure monthly bank reconciliations and timely accounting entries (cash book, general ledger, journal ledger, debtors/creditors, subsidiary ledgers, control accounts, etc.).
• Monitor and analyze financial performance, identify trends, and advise management on corrective actions.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting to donors, project managers, and senior management.
• Review and monitor disbursement of funds, petty cash, and payroll.
• Act as initiator of project funds.
• Maintain accurate records of all financial transactions, including advance/retirement records, staff payroll, and project expenditures.
• Ensure timely and accurate remittance of statutory deductions and taxes to the Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) and other regulatory bodies.
• Ensure compliance with Tanzanian financial regulations and donor requirements.
• Facilitate internal and external audits, providing required documentation and implementing audit recommendations.
• Establish and maintain strong internal control systems across MACCO’S accounts.
• Implement a robust filing and documentation system (organizing originals and copies with clear dates, descriptions, and references). Maintain accurate records for all financial transactions and ensure proper archiving.
• Oversee preparation of payslips and verification of staff payments.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Required qualifications, experience, and qualities:

• Bachelor’s degree and 6 years of experience or master’s degree and 4 years in Accounting, Finance, or related field. At least 3–5 years in a managerial role.
• CPA(T), ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification required.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards (IFRS/IPSAS), Tanzanian tax laws requirements.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and MS Excel.
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and team management skills.
• Excellent proficiency in written and spoken English, with strong communication and reporting skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking abilities.
• High integrity, attention to detail, and accountability.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.

• Cover letter highlighting relevant experience and skills
• Study certificates
• At least three professional references