Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary:

POSITION:Finance Manager

REPORTS TO:Operations Director

Location:

Dakar, Senegal

Focus:

Finance

Type of Contract:

Individual Contract

Languages Required:

English or French (working knowledge of the other is an added advantage)

Duration of Initial Contract:

2 years, renewable

About TrustAfrica

TrustAfrica is an African led pan African foundation headquartered in Dakar, Senegal. It began in 2006 with the conviction that Africans must set the agenda for tackling our continents most pressing challenges. We are an independent philanthropy rooted on the continent, and this is central to what we do and how we do it. Our Mission is to promote responsible citizenship and accountable leadership in addressing Africas most pressing challenges. TrustAfrica encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including underrepresented groups in philanthropy.

Finance Manager Role Overview

The Finance Manager works closely with the senior management team to develop financial strategies and policies, and provide input into strategic decision-making; is responsible for overseeing all financial management systems and processes to ensure the organizations financial integrity, compliance with donor and legal requirements, and effective use of resources in support of program delivery. The role provides strategic and operational financial leadership, ensuring timely reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and robust internal controls.

The Finance Manager plays a key role in leading Finance and accounting teams, ensuring effective resource allocation, fostering partnerships, and promoting continuous learning and adaptation.

The Finance Manager will demonstrate strong leadership, finance management expertise, and the ability to work across diverse cultural and institutional contexts.

The Finance Managers overall tasks will be 100% administrative.

Organizational relationships: the Finance Manager will report directly to the Operations Director and will provide oversight to the Finance and Accounts Officers and Associates/Assistants.

Position in the organogram: The Finance Manager is a member of the Senior Management Team.

Key Responsibilities

1. 
   Strategic responsibilities in overseeing the finance unit

• Administer TrustAfricas financial operations in full compliance with established policies, rules and regulations.
• Develop, implement, and maintain sound financial management practices that ensure transparency and accountability.
• Oversee the accurate maintenance of all financial records and documentation.
• Ensure that adequate funds are available for the smooth running of the Foundations operations and programs.
• Provide leadership, training and guidance to finance staff; design and enforce systems and procedures that optimize use of available resources, minimize financial risk or unforeseen liabilities.
• Ensure timely, accurate and comprehensive financial reporting, and ensure compliance with donor and statutory requirements.
• Report to Board Committee: Finance and Audit, Investments, ensuring alignment with governance standards.
• Attend Board of Trustees meetings: prepare and present the TrustAfrica financial management report and advise the Board on financial planning.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and develop strategies to maximize value for money.
• Integrate sustainable financial practices_ such as green budgeting and ethical investments approaches_ into financial planning to advance the foundation's long-term impact goals.

1. 
   Coordinating TrustAfrica budgeting process according to the objectives of the Foundation

• Lead the preparation of TrustAfricas annual budget based on recent trends and planned activities.
• Ensure that budgetary submission deadlines are met for approval.
• Ensure that the budget resources are maximized, and that modifications are approved on a timely basis.

1. 
   Financial Management, Control and Reporting

• Establish and maintain robust financial systems and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with policies, standards, and local regulations.
• Keep accurate records and documentation of expenditures.
• Manage cash flow and mitigate financial risks.
• Prepare and monitor organizational and project budgets.
• Provide financial analysis, forecasting, and burn rate tracking.
• Generate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Present reports to management and boards.
• Ensure timely statutory reporting (tax, social security, etc.).
• Maintain organized filing and archiving of financial records.

1. 
   Oversee financial procedures and tools

• Coordinate the maintenance of the finance system
• Ensure that users have been trained in the financial management system
• Act as a liaison between the technical expert and the foundation
• Update financial procedures as required and manage implementation of the changes
• Ensure that the computer system is updated and explore all opportunities for improvement and productivity (server and software application).
• Support the Human Resources Office in the payroll

1. 
   Donor Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure compliance with donor regulations and financial requirements.
• Prepare accurate and timely donor financial reports.
• Support audits, donor reviews, and financial assessments.
• Train staff on donor financial compliance standards.

1. 
   Audit & Risk Management

• Coordinate Internal and External Audits: Manage TrustAfricas annual audit process, ensuring timely planning, delivery of auditor requirements, and preparation of draft financial reports.
• Implement Audit Recommendations: Follow up and ensure corrective actions are executed.
• Identify and Mitigate Financial Risks: Assess potential risks and propose effective mitigation strategies.

1. Team Management & Capacity Building

• Supervise and mentor staff of the Finance Unit.
• Conduct performance reviews and capacity development plans.
• Promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Ensure a healthy office environment to promote finance staff growth, wellbeing and productivity.
• Promote a healthy spirit of teamwork and communication through regular meetings and exchange of information.

1. Additional Tasks

• Carry out any other tasks as assigned by the Programs Director, the Operations Director, or the Executive Director

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Masters degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• Professional accounting qualifications (ACCA, CPA, CIMA, or equivalent) are an advantage.

Experience

• Minimum of 10 years experience in financial management in an INGO or similar organization.
• Proven experience managing donor-funded projects
• Experience with audits and complex financial reporting.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of accounting software and Excel.
• Familiarity with international financial standards and donor-specific requirements relevant to the INGO context
• Excellent analytical and financial reporting skills.
• Compliance & accountability
• Strong leadership, team management and mentoring skills.
• High level of integrity
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• High degree of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and virtual collaboration tools (e.g., Zoom, Teams, SharePoint).

Safeguarding & Code of Conduct

The Finance Manager must adhere to the organizations Code of Conduct, safeguarding policies, anti-fraud policies, and conflict-of-interest procedures.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive health insurance and pension benefits
• Professional development opportunities
• Paid leave

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and interest in the position to

Deadline for submission: January 2, 2026.

TrustAfrica is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified candidates to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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