The Finance and Admin Manager as part of the Strategic Leadership Team of TFSL provides direction and supervision for the development and implementation of administrative and financial systems that will aid efficient financial operations of the organisation. The Finance and Administration Manager will provide the TFSL Team with smooth and appropriate financial operations, administrative and human resources support to effectively implement the organisation’s program of activities. The Finance and Admin Manager is expected to build and maintain strong financial controls and to prepare accurate and timely financial reports for the attention of the management team of the Institution; help in the development of strategic plans, developing staff, producing and monitoring of key performance indicators, etc.

This position collaborates closely with other units of the organization for the attainment of it’s objectives by providing strategic and financial guidance to ensure that the financial commitments are met; also to develop all necessary policies and procedures to ensure sound financial and administrative management and control of the operations of TFSL.
Major Responsibilities
Finance:
• Keep financial records and perform financial procedures (e.g., receipts, payments requests, petty
cash).
• Assist the institution and management in coordinating internal and external audits.
• Ensure expenses are authorized and processed in accordance with agreed procedures for both the
organisation and donors.
• Maintain accounting reporting process that ensure accuracy and completeness of ledgers and all
supporting documentation in compliance with finance and procurement regulations.
• Maintain accounting records, ensuring they are complete, accurate, well archived and
safeguarded.
• Ensure agreed reporting timelines are maintained in line with TFSL policies.
• Assist in managing partners’ financial reporting ensuring compliance with TFSL and donor
regulations.
• Carry out reconciliation on a monthly basis.
• Ensure proper internal control procedures are followed in all day-to-day accounting as laid down
in the organisation’s internal controls manual.
Office Administration:
• Develop and maintain effective office systems (e.g. IT support, office maintenance, fixed assets,
supplier contact), ensuring these are consistent with TFSL’S operating requirements

Support the efficient running of TFSL’s daily financial operations.
• Ensure all procurement processes are in compliance with TFSL and donor regulations.
• Support logistics for TFSL programme activities.
• Advise on HR policies when required to ensure these comply with the TFSL’S statutory
regulations.
• Ensure staff handbook is reviewed and updated as required to comply with TFSL’s statutory
financial procedures.
• Maintain personnel financial records.
• Execute other administrative duties as agreed.
Required skills and experience
• Experience in using Quickbooks is desirable.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with proven ability to communicate at all
levels including management and subordinates.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills and an ability to communicate complex financial
ssues.
• Strong computer skills (MS Office, Accounting and Financial Management tools) are
needed, along with strong analytical & communication skills.
• Outstanding organizational skills with demonstrated ability to prioritize workload, delegate
work and concurrently manage multiple projects.
• High level of analytical thinking with strong aptitude for planning and forecasting
methodologies.
• Flexible team player who thrives in environments requiring ability to effectively prioritize
and j0ggle multiple projects concurrently.
• Motivated self-starter who takes initiative.
• Exude confidence and aptitude to clearly present and explain ideas.
• Confident, hard-working and committed to achieving excellence.
• Two professional references.
Education and Experience:
• A recognized accountancy qualification (ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent) is preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree with 10+ years of relevant work experience in Accounting and Financial
Management
• An advanced degree in Accounting and Financial Management or a related field preferred, MBA
or Management degree with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience in managing a team of people.
• Experience in managing multiple projects at a time.
Additional responsibilities
• To work closely with the CEO to do fundraising and partnership drive on behalf of the
organization.
• Share knowledge and best practices to work with the broader global Teach for All network
Compensation
Salary for this role is attractive. Additionally, there is ample opportunity for professional
development and Mobility within the organization, as well as access to professional development
through the global network Teach For All and our other partners.