Finance Officer
Philanthropy Circuit
Accounting, Auditing & Finance
Skills Required
Quickbooks Sage MS Excel Asana Zoom Power BI Google Suite for Nonprofits Financial Analysis & ReportingJob Summary
The Finance Officer will support the financial management and accounting functions of the alliance in line with donor requirements, national statutory regulations, and international financial standards. The role ensures accurate financial reporting, supports budgeting processes, and upholds transparency and accountability in all financial dealings. Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including expenses, income, reconciliations, and petty cash logs. Manage budget tracking, staff reimbursements, vendor payments, and payroll processing in line with internal guidelines. Support the development and submission of financial reports for internal review and external grant reporting. Assist in the preparation and implementation of annual budgets and project-specific spending plans. Ensure timely and organized documentation of project-related expenses and administrative processes.
- Minimum Qualification : Degree
- Experience Level : Mid level
- Experience Length : 3 years
- Working Hours : Full Time
Job Description/Requirements
Responsibilities:
Financial Transactions & Bookkeeping:
- Maintain accurate and timely financial records using accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage).
- Process payments, staff reimbursements, and vendor invoices. Ensure all transactions are supported by appropriate documentation and approvals.
Budgeting & Financial Planning:
- Support the development of annual budgets and grant-specific budgets.
- Monitor expenditure against budgets and flag variances for management attention. Assist with budget reforecasts and donor financial reports.
Compliance & Donor Reporting:
- Prepare financial reports in line with donor and organizational formats
- Ensure timely compliance with National tax laws, CAMA, and donor financial guidelines. Support external and internal audits with accurate and timely documentation.
Banking & Cash Management:
- Manage cash flow and maintain appropriate bank balances.
- Reconcile bank statements monthly. Ensure proper handling and documentation of petty cash.
Fixed Assets & Inventory:
- Maintain asset registers and support periodic inventory checks. Ensure assets are tagged and adequately safeguarded.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field.
- ICAN, ACCA, or other professional certification (or in an advanced stage of qualification) is required.
- Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in finance or accounting, preferably in a non-profit, NGO, or donor-funded environment.
- Knowledge of Nigerian tax regulations, grants compliance, and donor finance rules (knowledge of tax regulations in Ghana would be an advantage) Demonstrably strong proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage) and Microsoft Excel.
Desirable Competencies:
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Integrity and commitment to the values of transparency and accountability.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Knowledge of international donor reporting requirements (e.g., USAID, EU, UN).
- Fluency in English; working knowledge of local languages is a plus.