ROLE DESCRIPTION

• We are seeking an experience Finance Manager to join the USAID LEAP Local team on a 5 year project ending May 2028. The Finance Manager will be responsible for managing all financial aspects of program including grant compliance and regulatory reporting to USAID and Genesis’ internal administrative and compliance issues as needed. The Finance Manager will also be responsible for managing a team of Finance Officers based across the different program locations (Johannesburg, Nairobi, Cote d’Ivoire and Abuja) and lead on communications with USAID from a financial and compliance perspective

Specific duties and responsibilities include: 

• Financial Management: The Finance Manager will be responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of the program, including budget development, financial reporting, cash flow management, and financial analysis. This includes managing the program budget, tracking expenses, and ensuring compliance with USAID regulations and policies.
• Grants Management: The Finance Manager will be responsible for managing the program grants. This includes reviewing grant proposals, developing grant budgets, and monitoring grant implementation and compliance.
• Financial Reporting: The Finance Manager will be responsible for preparing regular financial reports for USAID and the project team. This includes preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, as well as ad hoc financial reports as needed.
• Audit Management: The Finance Manager will be responsible for managing audits of the program, including financial audits and compliance audits. This includes coordinating with auditors, preparing audit documents, and responding to audit findings.
• Procurement Management: The Finance Manager will be responsible for managing program procurement processes, including developing procurement plans, managing the procurement process, and ensuring compliance with USAID regulations and policies.
• Capacity Building: The Finance Manager will be responsible for building the capacity of project staff in financial management and compliance. This includes developing training materials and conducting training sessions.

All other duties as assigned.
Requirements

• The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong desire for learning, coupled with experience working with USAID and managing project budgets in accordance with grant specifications. Responsibilities include overseeing expenditure monitoring, ensuring compliance with funding regulations, and maintaining alignment with grant requirements

You are likely to have:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field. Master’s degree is highly desirable.
• At least 5 years proven experience in financial management and accounting, in the context of USAID-funded projects.
• Strong knowledge of USAID rules and regulations, financial management, and accounting principles.
• Strong attention to detail to produce excellent quality of work.
• Strong budget management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and accounting software.
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues, evaluate options, and implement effective solutions.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.
• High proficiency MS Excel.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to thrive in the complex environment of project management.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.