Finance Officer

Finance Officer – Careers Malawi Skip to content Menu Home About Us Our Services Our Valued Clients Blog Contact Us FAQs Consultancies Tenders & Bids Other Funding Scholarships and Trainings Post a Job Advertise With Us Login Edit Profile Refund Policy Feedback & FAQs Subscribe Pricing Finance Officer 2 months ago Nutrition International · Lilongwe, Malawi Posted August 20, 2026 Listing expires September 3, 2026 Description Employment Type: Full-time Location: Lilongwe, Malawi Deadline for Submission: 25th August 2026 Salary Range: Basic Annual MKW 26,204,724 -32,000,000 Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. About us At Nutrition International, we make a difference, because nutrition is the difference. Woven into the very fabric of our approach is the passion and drive of our global team of over 600 people, working in 13 offices across 11 countries with one common goal: transforming the lives of people who need it most through improved nutrition. If you are a motivated and passionate individual who shares our conviction that a better world is possible through improved nutrition, wants to leave the world a little better than they found it, and is looking to be part of a global team with a clear vision, we want to hear from you. Please consider applying for the position below. About the role To support the effective implementation of Nutrition International (NI) programs in Malawi by providing day-to-day accounting, financial operations, and administrative finance support in compliance with NI policies and procedures, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), donor rules and regulations, and statutory requirements in Malawi. The Finance Officer serves as the primary initiator and processor of financial transactions for the Country Office and works under the technical oversight of the Regional Finance & Administration Manager or Senior Finance Officer, who provides review and approval of transactions. Roles & Responsibilities Manage day-to-day financial transactions, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with organizational policies and GAAP. Process payments, maintain general ledger records, and perform bank and cash reconciliations. Prepare periodic financial reports and support month-end and year-end closing processes. Assist in budget preparation, monitoring, and grant financial management, including tracking expenditures and reporting variances. Support procurement finance processes, contract financial records, and fixed asset management. Assist with payroll processing, statutory filings, and internal and external audits. Ensure adherence to internal controls, donor requirements, and regulatory compliance standards. Provide financial guidance to program teams and coordinate closely with regional finance stakeholders. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field ACCA or CPA Professional qualification 3-5 years’ experience working in a finance or accounting role preferably in a grant funded or NGO environment. Working experience on managing Global Affairs of Canada grants, FCDO, USAID, BMGF is highly preferred. Experience working with databases, an asset Experience working with the NetSuite ERP Experience in a national or international non-profit entity is preferred. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Good organizational and time-management skills. Ability to work independently with remote supervision. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Competent in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. High integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality. Benefits A competitive market pay, health benefits, pension plan, flexible work hours, vacation, support for learning and development opportunities and health and wellness. We offer a collaborative and engaging work environment. Safeguarding Commitment Nutrition International upholds a zero-tolerance policy on safeguarding concerns and sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment (SEAH). Following the principles of the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme, reference checks will include safeguarding verifications with previous employers. By applying to this position, candidates acknowledge and consent to these reference checks being conducted with previous employers. Please note that all our offers are conditional subject to appropriate screening checks and satisfactory reference checks. For more detailed information about the role, please click on the attached Please click on the Apply button to submit your application. Please note that Nutrition International does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. Apply Now This advertisement has expired. 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