Hannah Golden Mkumba
Accounting and Finance
Dar es salaam
Summary
Strategic finance and grants leader with extensive experience in multi-donor, NGO, and public-sector environments. Expertise in financial management, donor compliance, internal controls, audit coordination, and program finance. Proven track record in optimizing resources, strengthening governance, and delivering results in line with organizational objectives and donor regulations. Highly motivated to leverage skills and experience to drive organizational growth, ensure financial integrity, and contribute strategically to mission-critical initiatives.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interim Head of Finance and Administration
KONRAD ADENAUER STIFTUNG (KAS)
09.2025 - 01.2026
- Oversaw financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and expenditure monitoring in line with KAS and donor requirements.
- Provided strategic financial guidance on budgets, forecasts, expenditure control, and payroll, ensuring statutory compliance.
- Managed accounting, bank and cash operations, reconciliations, payments, petty cash, and multi-currency transactions.
- Strengthened financial accountability and prepared documentation in support of internal and external audits.
- Leveraged Citrix and F2 Financial Systems to streamline processes, improve accuracy, and support executive decision-making.
Assistant Finance and Administration Coordinator
RESTLESS DEVELOPMENT
09.2019 - 12.2024
- Led financial and grants management functions, delivering donor-compliant budgeting, cash flow forecasting, expenditure tracking, and financial reporting across multi-funded projects.
- Ensured full compliance with public sector, donor, and statutory requirements through strong internal controls, accurate reconciliations, and timely processing of payments.
- Produced strategic Budget vs. Actual analyses to support management decision-making and effective resource allocation.
- Oversaw procurement, contracts, asset management, and insurance to ensure value for money and operational efficiency.
- Coordinated internal and external audits, addressed audit findings, and strengthened financial accountability and risk management frameworks.
- Provided financial leadership to donor engagement and fundraising efforts through high-quality proposal budgets and donor reports.
- Collaborated with programme teams to optimize financial resource allocation, provide analytical support, and ensure expenditure alignment with approved budgets and donor requirements.
- Delivered financial analysis to support programme-planning, performance monitoring, and informed management decision-making.
- Managed and administered financial, payroll, banking, and government compliance systems, ensuring accurate posting of donor transactions in Financial Force.
- Supported HR finance functions including payroll verification and statutory compliance, while contributing to performance management and a collaborative work culture.
- Served as a finance focal person for donors, regulators, vendors, and internal stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and strong financial accountability.
- Drove continuous improvement through systems enhancements, staff training, and process optimization initiatives to strengthen organizational effectiveness.
Finance Intern
RESTLESS DEVELOPMENT
10.2018 - 08.2019
- Assisted with financial operations for donor-funded programs, including budgeting support, cash flow monitoring, and donor-compliant reporting.
- Reviewed and validated financial data from field offices, ensuring accurate coding and alignment with project budgets.
- Supported posting of journals, reconciliations, and monitoring of cash, bank, and mobile money balances under supervision.
- Helped strengthen internal controls by verifying vendor/beneficiary payments and supporting compliance checks.
- Assisted in financial systems management, including accounting software, payroll platforms, government portals, and banking systems.
- Contributed to audit preparation, process improvement initiatives, and capacity-building activities under guidance from senior finance staff.
Field Officer
RESTLESS DEVELOPMENT
08.2018 - 09.2018
- Assist with community advocacy to ensure that Technology Enabled Girl Ambassadors (TEGAs) can safely conduct their fieldwork.
- Establish and maintain positive relationships with local leaders, key stakeholders, and gatekeepers.
- Recruit respondents and obtain informed consent using consent forms.
- Facilitate fieldwork by escorting TEGAs to and from their interviews.
- Prepare and submit monthly reports to the TEGA Program Coordinator.
Program Facilitator
Digital Opportunity Trust, DOT
03.2018 - 08.2018
- Enhanced my confidence through engaging with community members while teaching them the REACH UP program and ICT tools to support the development of their social enterprises.
- Developed strong report writing skills by preparing, writing, and submitting weekly reports to the Program and Community Engagement Manager.
- Provided training to youth in the community, equipping them with valuable skills.
- Successfully mobilized both youth and elders to participate in the training program.
- Coaching and Mentoring: Offered coaching and mentoring to youth and community members who attended the training sessions.
- Data Collection: Collected and organized data related to the program to ensure accurate tracking and analysis.
- Social Media Engagement: Managed social media accounts to post updates and events related to the program’s progress.
Education
Bachelor of Public Sector in Accounting and Finance (BPSAF) - Accounting, Finance
Tanzania Institute of Accounts (TIA)
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania12-2018
Diploma in Business Administration - Business Administration
Saint John's University of Tanzania (SJUT)
Dodoma, Tanzania07-2015
Secondary Education - Business Studies
Faraja Seminary Secondary School
Moshi, Kilimanjaro, Tanzania10-2010
Skills
- Integrity & Professionalism
- Project finance management
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Tax planning and compliance
- Financial systems integration
- Budget planning
- Time management
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Team building leadership
Certification
- Registered with National Board of Accountants and Auditors (NBAA), Tanzania.
- CPA-T Intermediate Stage candidate.
- Taxation and compliance trainings: Deloitte (NGO Taxation), TAA & TRA (Business Compliance)
Languages
English
Professional Working
Swahili
Native or Bilingual
German
Limited Working
Timeline
Interim Head of Finance and Administration
KONRAD ADENAUER STIFTUNG (KAS)
09.2025 - 01.2026
Assistant Finance and Administration Coordinator
RESTLESS DEVELOPMENT
09.2019 - 12.2024
Finance Intern
RESTLESS DEVELOPMENT
10.2018 - 08.2019
Field Officer
RESTLESS DEVELOPMENT
08.2018 - 09.2018
Program Facilitator
Digital Opportunity Trust, DOT
03.2018 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Public Sector in Accounting and Finance (BPSAF) - Accounting, Finance
Tanzania Institute of Accounts (TIA)
Diploma in Business Administration - Business Administration
Saint John's University of Tanzania (SJUT)
Secondary Education - Business Studies
Faraja Seminary Secondary School
References
- ELISHUJAA, MANASE TANGO, SENIOR FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION COORDINATOR, elishujaa@restlessdevelopment.or.tz, +255 677 400 242, +255 716 268 969, RESTLESS DEVELOPMENT, P.O.BOX 35748, DAR ES SALAAM, TANZANIA
- JACKLINE, PATRICK LUTARE, SENIOR TAX MANAGEMENT OFFICER, jackline.lutare@tra.go.tz, +255 757 229 399, TANZANIA REVENUE AUTHORITY, P.O.BOX 11491, DAR ES SALAAM, TANZANIA
- PETER, KARL KOCH, RESIDENT REPRESENTATIVE DIRECTOR, peter.koch@kas.de, +255 794 279 109, +255 688 411 246, KONRAD ADENAUER STIFTUNG (KAS), P.O.BOX 6992, DAR ES SALAAM, TANZANIA
PROFILE
- DATE OF BIRTH: June 21st 1993
- SEX: Female
- RESIDENCE: Kimara, Tanzania
- NATIONALITY: Tanzanian
- MARITAL STATUS: Married
Taxation Knowledge
- The use of Taxpayers portal.
- NGO regulations and laws regarding Tanzania Revenue Authority compliance.
- Completed Deloitte NGO Taxation Training.
Communication & Technology
Strong verbal and written communication;
Proficient in Outlook(Classic), Email, Teams, Skype, AnyDesk, OneDrive, Google Drive, BambooHR.
Leadership & Organization
Led teams of up to 100 staff/volunteers; organized Quarterly Staff Workshops for 30+ participants.
Integrity & Professionalism
Honest, trustworthy, and reliable with strong ethical standards.
Disclaimer
I, the undersigned hereby certify that to the best of my knowledge and belief, this profile correctly describes qualifications, the experience and the correct personal details.