The USAID-funded Resilient Cities Limpopo Program, implemented by Tetra Tech ARD (International Development Jobs – Tetra Tech), is currently accepting expressions of interest for a Finance Manager. This position will be based in the main office in Pretoria, South Africa.
Position Description: The program aims to increase urban residents’ access to safe and reliable water, sanitation, and solid waste services in the Limpopo River Basin region of Southern Africa, including parts of Botswana, Mozambique, and South Africa. Tetra Tech will partner with local governments and other stakeholders to strengthen municipal governance, enhance public service delivery, and develop sustainable, climate-resilient solutions.
Working under the direction of the Deputy Chief of Party – Operations, the Finance Manager is responsible for managing overall accounting and financial control systems for the USAID Resilient Cities Limpopo offices and for ensuring that adequate and appropriate internal controls are in place to meet generally recognized accounting standards.
Responsibilities:
It is anticipated the Finance Manager will conduct the following tasks in addition to any other responsibilities assigned by the Deputy Chief of Party – Operations:
* Maintain and update accounting and financial control systems in accordance with U.S government regulations (expenses are reasonable, allowable and allocable) Tetra Tech policy transactions are conducted, processed and recorded as stipulated by the system.
* Manage the preparation and submission of the program’s monthly expenditure reports, fund projections, VAT tracking and refunding, payroll and payments of statutory deductions, PAYE, SDL, UID and employee benefits.
* Supervise Resilient Cities Limpopo finance and administration teams including Accountant.
* Work in close collaboration with the Deputy Chief of Party – Operations and other senior USAID Resilient Cities Limpopo staff on monitoring the program budget and expense planning.
* Ensure that transactions are appropriately recorded in QuickBooks and ensure Tetra Tech accounting and procurement standards, procedures and policies are followed and implemented.
* Develop a plan to monitor all program-related funds, by tracking expenses against budget line items; design and manage audits and financial reviews.
* Maintain a close coordination with all the senior staff on financial matters and advise them, as appropriate, on matters requiring their attention.
Minimum Qualifications Required:
* Minimum bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or another related field.
* Minimum of 5 years’ experience in finances or project management. Experience working in a similar position for a USAID contractor is preferred.
* Must have proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and QuickBooks; experience with Salesforce
desired.
* Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with demonstrated experience working collaboratively in a multidisciplinary and multicultural environment.
* Detail oriented and well organized, capable of managing a team in a supervisory role, demonstrated ability to problem solve.
* In-depth knowledge and experience managing project finances, budgeting and coordinating audits specifically with USAID projects.
* Ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and coordinate across multiple countries.
* Possession of a valid driver’s license.
* Fluency in English (written and oral). Fluency in Portuguese would be beneficial.
* Current authorization to work in South Africa is required at the time of application.
* Cover Letter
* CV in reverse chronological format
Please ensure that only the requested documents listed above are submitted. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
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Reasonable accommodations:
We are committed to hiring an inclusive workforce. If you would like to request reasonable accommodation during the application process, please visit Tetra Tech Disability Support Page. Our recruiting team looks forward to engaging in an interactive process to provide helpful and reasonable accommodations to candidates.
About Tetra Tech:
Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in 550 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and talent of more than 28,000 employees who are working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity, inclusion, and equity are among our core values. Throughout our history, the company has prioritized equitable inclusion of all people. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. We invite applications from all interested parties.
