Finance Manager Jobs in Sierra Leone

Accounting / Finance
Freetown
May 11, 2026
Full Time
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Job Description

Company: Helen Keller Intl
Location: Freetown, Sierra Leone
Job Type: Full-Time
Industry: Finance / Accounting / International NGO / Public Health

Job Overview

Helen Keller Intl is seeking an experienced and strategic Finance Manager to join its Sierra Leone operations team in Freetown. The successful candidate will oversee financial management, budgeting, accounting operations, donor compliance, and financial reporting while supporting impactful public health and development programs.

This opportunity is ideal for finance professionals with strong experience in NGO finance, donor-funded project management, and international development operations.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Leadership

  • Support the Finance Director in managing the financial health of the country office portfolio
  • Monitor project burn rates, pipelines, and budget performance
  • Identify financial variances and recommend corrective actions
  • Ensure compliance with organizational policies and donor regulations
  • Lead, mentor, and supervise finance staff to strengthen team performance

Budgeting & Grants Management

  • Prepare and analyze annual budgets, forecasts, and financial reports
  • Support proposal budgeting and donor budget amendments
  • Monitor project expenditures and implementation rates
  • Prepare donor reconciliations, accruals, and financial deliverables
  • Ensure compliance with donor financial rules and reporting standards

Accounting & Financial Operations

  • Supervise accounting, payroll, banking, procurement, and cash management activities
  • Ensure accurate maintenance of the general ledger
  • Review payroll processes and statutory payments for compliance
  • Maintain organized financial records and filing systems
  • Coordinate financial audits and corrective action implementation

Compliance & Operational Support

  • Monitor local financial regulations and ensure operational compliance
  • Improve financial systems, workflows, and internal controls
  • Conduct field visits for financial assessments and mentoring
  • Participate in finance initiatives and organizational best practices

Qualifications

  • Master’s Degree in Finance Management, Accounting, or a related field
  • ICAN or equivalent professional certification preferred
  • Minimum of 10 years of professional finance experience
  • At least 5 years in a similar managerial role, preferably within an international NGO
  • Strong understanding of donor-funded projects and financial compliance requirements

Required Skills and Competencies

  • Financial reporting and budgeting expertise
  • Strong accounting and general ledger management skills
  • Knowledge of donor regulations and grant compliance
  • Leadership and team management abilities
  • Excellent analytical and organizational skills
  • High proficiency in financial software and spreadsheets
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
  • High ethical standards and professionalism

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work with a globally recognized humanitarian organization
  • Professional growth in NGO finance and international development
  • Exposure to public health and humanitarian programs
  • Collaborative and inclusive working environment
  • Opportunity to contribute to impactful community development projects

Application Process

Qualified candidates should submit:

  • Cover Letter
  • Updated Resume/CV

Applications should be submitted before the position is filled.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Why Join Helen Keller Intl?

Join a respected international organization dedicated to improving health, nutrition, and livelihoods while contributing your financial expertise to meaningful development initiatives in Sierra Leone.

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