Finance, Grant and Administration Manager at Life Spring Development Foundation (LSDF)

Role Summary

• The Finance, Grants and Administration Manager is responsible for overseeing financial transactions, maintaining accurate financial records, and ensuring compliance with financial policies and regulations.
• This role is vital to the organization's financial management and supports decision-making processes by providing accurate and timely financial information.
• Furthermore, the Manager will support the LSDF management in donor compliance, timely reporting, project document filing, and project management. This role will report to the Country Director.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Professional certification (e.g., ICAN, CPA, CFA) is required including 5 - 6 years previous experience in a similar role.
• Previous experience with local/international development organization is required.
• Proven experience in finance or accounting roles and grants management.
• Strong understanding of financial regulations, grant compliance requirements, and best practices in financial management.
• Proficient in financial software, databases, and MS Excel; experience with cloud-based financial systems is a plus.
• Knowledge of donor compliance regulations, audit process and response to audit management letter.
• Experience in payroll management and collaboration with HR departments.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Self-motivated with demonstrated ability to generate financial reports and meet set deadlines, and with good integrity.
• Team player with good interpersonal/communication, documentation, and facilitation skills and the ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Strong communication and people skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly to non-financial colleagues.
• Strong supervisory skills and ability to work in a team will be a plus.