Specialist - Accounts Receivable

Want to work for one of the largest charities of its kind in Africa? Are you an experienced finance professional with a strong understanding of accounts receivable processes and a passion for making a difference? Do you have the leadership and organizational skills needed to ensure timely and accurate receivables management? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where your skills can make a real difference? If this sounds like you… Keep reading!

Position Title and Work station: Specialist – Accounts Receivable
The School of St Jude, Sisia Campus, Moshono, Arusha, Tanzania
(1 Vacancy, Bachelor's Degree required; CPA qualification is an added advantage)

About us

The School of St Jude is a pioneering leader in charitable education within Africa. Every year we give 1,800 students with free, quality education, 100’s of graduates with access to higher education and provide more than 20,000 government school students with quality teachers. St Jude’s is funded by generous supporters from around the world who make our mission of giving bright, poor Tanzanian students a free, quality education possible.

Who you are

• A detail-oriented professional with a strong understanding of accounts receivable processes and a passion for financial accuracy.
• A strong communicator who can foster relationships with donors, partners, and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth operations.
• A proactive and solution-oriented individual with a knack for identifying issues early and resolving them efficiently.
• You go to sleep at night dreaming about ensuring smooth and timely processing of all receivables to support the mission of the School of St Jude.

What you’ll do

• Oversee and manage the accounts receivable processes, ensuring that all incoming donations, grants, and other receivables are recorded accurately and on time.
• Reconcile and maintain AR ledgers and donor records, ensuring the accurate tracking of outstanding receivables.
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• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure that donor restrictions, grant conditions, and invoicing requirements are properly adhered to.
• Ensure timely communication with donors and sponsors regarding overdue receivables and provide regular updates to senior management.
• Support the finance team with reporting on cash flow, funding, and donor contributions to help guide financial decision-making.

What we’re looking for

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in accounts receivable or financial coordination, with experience managing donor or grant payments.
• Strong understanding of nonprofit accounting principles and donor management systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with external partners and internal teams.
• A strong work ethic and a commitment to maintaining financial integrity and accuracy in all aspects of accounts receivable.

Why us

• The opportunity to use your talents and expertise to fight poverty through education and make a positive impact in Tanzania
• Join a flexible and supportive community of international and local employees
• Ample opportunities for career progression and development
• Mid-morning tea and lunch (during working days)

Are you interested?
Send your cover letter and an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae to recruitment@schoolofstjude.co.tz (subject line MUST include the reference number: TSOSJ/HR/ADM/HO/FN/01/25)
Applications close on 10th April 2025, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
DISCLAIMER:
PLEASE BE AWARE OF FRAUDULENT ACTIVITIES IN JOB ADVERTISEMENTS AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS. THE SCHOOL OF ST JUDE DOES NOT REQUEST PAYMENT AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS INCLUDING THE OFFER STAGE. ANY PAYMENT REQUESTS SHOULD BE REFUSED AND REPORTED TO LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT AUTHORITIES FOR APPROPRIATE ACTION.