Company Profile

Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 550 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees — 27,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. 

Job Description

The USAID-funded WASH-FIN 2 project in Ghana, implemented by Tetra Tech International Development (www.tetratech.com/intdev) is currently accepting applications for an Admin and Finance Manager. This position will be in the main office in Accra.

The Admin and Finance Manager is responsible for all financial and administrative operations in WASH-FIN 2’s Accra, Ghana, office. S/he will maintain a record of all expenditures as well as receipts of funds, prepare all the documentation related to purchase or disbursement of funds. S/he will also oversee all administrative functions including general office administration, human resources functions, and procurement. The Admin and Finance Manager is a full-time position with an expected duration through October 2027. 

Responsibilities

• Participate in all project related budgeting exercises and prepare specific budgets for local activities; 
• Responsible for preparing monthly cost projections and executing and/or overseeing all project payments, including preparing disbursement vouchers and supporting documentation using Salesforce software, and uploading costs to QuickBooks;
• Lead and/or oversee local procurement processes following USAID regulations and company policies and procedure;
• Oversee financial and administrative aspects of local subcontract management in compliance with USAID regulations and company policies and procedures; 
• Maintain and/or oversee proper filing of financial, administrative and human resources related documents in accordance with Tetra Tech filing policy and system and safeguard important project documents;
• Responsible for ensuring WASH-FIN Ghana financial documents, reports and local tax reporting and other related filings are maintained and updated in a timely manner;
• Ensure project is following best practices in all administrative, operations and financial aspects in compliance with USAID regulation on company policies;
• Collaborate in development and maintenance of security measures and security manual for Ghana activities;
• Oversee logistics planning and implementation for special events, staff meetings, workshops, etc.
• Potential to supervise a team of up to 5 admin/finance staff depending on eventual project staffing needs; and
• Perform other operational duties as requested by Ghana Team Lead and/or Operations backstop.

Required Skills or Experience

• University degree in accounting or finance or any other similar degree;
• Minimum of ten years of work experience required;
• At least five years’ experience as Director of Finance/Admin or equivalent position supporting the management of USAID-funded projects highly preferred;
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) training and/or qualification preferred;
• Exceptional knowledge of information and computer technology, with expertise in accounting software   QuickBooks required; prior experience with Salesforce accounting software preferred;  
• Excellent command of English language is required.
• Ghanaian nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.