Finance Analyst (HEO)
About the role
The British High Commission in Dar es Salaam seeks a Finance Analyst (Higher Executive Officer grade) to support the management of programme and operational budgets. Reporting to the Head of Finance, the analyst will provide financial analysis, reporting and practical support to budget holders, programme teams and corporate colleagues. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract with an expected start date of 1 December 2026. Responsibilities: - Supporting financial planning, budgeting and forecasting across operational and programme activities. - Monitoring expenditure and preparing financial reports for budget holders and management. - Analysing differences between planned budgets, forecasts and actual expenditure. - Supporting month-end and year-end financial processes, including journals, accruals, prepayments and budget adjustments. - Reviewing financial data to identify errors, inconsistencies and potential financial risks. - Providing practical financial guidance to colleagues responsible for managing budgets. - Supporting compliance with financial policies, reporting requirements and internal controls. - Identifying opportunities to improve financial reporting, operational efficiency and financial management processes. - Effective collaboration with finance colleagues, programme teams and other departments. How to apply: Apply via the FCDO recruitment portal: https://fco.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/mobile-0/appcentre-1/brand-2/xf-dc4b6d817040/candidate/so/pm/4/pl/1/opp/27590-Finance-Analyst-HEO-DAR/en-GB Applications close on 19 October 2026 at 11:55 PM EAT.
Key requirements
- Professional experience in financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, accounting, financial reporting or the management of organisational resources.
- Understanding of accounting principles, including accruals, prepayments, journals and variance analysis.
- Experience supporting budget holders or providing financial guidance to non-finance colleagues.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to interpret financial information and explain findings clearly.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the ability to use corporate financial systems.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively and contribute to improvements in financial controls and processes.
- Experience in public-sector financial management, programme budgeting or Official Development Assistance (ODA) activities.
- Working towards, or willing to pursue, a recognised professional accounting qualification such as CCAB, CIMA or an equivalent.
- Budgeting and Forecasting