Accounting and Finance Officer
- Job Type Full Time
- Qualification BA/BSc/HND
- Experience 4 years
- Location Abuja
- Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Management & Reporting
- Maintain accurate financial records in accordance with NGO standards and best practices.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for internal and external stakeholders, including tracking the organization’s key financial KPIs
- Develop and monitor budgets to ensure financial alignment with programmatic goals.
- Conduct variance analysis and provide financial insights to senior management.
- Ensure audit readiness by maintaining detailed and organized financial documentation.
- Support the organization’s annual budgeting process.
Donor & Grant Management
- Ensure proper accounting for donor-restricted and unrestricted funds.
- Track grant disbursements and expenditures, ensuring compliance with donor guidelines.
- Prepare financial reports and supporting documentation for grants and funding proposals.
- Manage financial reporting requirements for local and international donor organizations.
Internal Controls & Compliance
- Implement and maintain strong internal controls to prevent financial mismanagement.
- Ensure compliance with Nigerian tax laws, NGO financial regulations, and donor requirements.
- Work with external auditors for statutory and donor-mandated audits.
- Ensure accurate and timely filing of tax and regulatory obligations (e.g., VAT, WHT, PAYE, Pension).
- Develop and enforce financial policies and procedures to strengthen governance.
Payroll & Expense Management
- Process payroll and ensure timely disbursement of salaries, benefits, and statutory deductions.
- Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
- Ensure proper documentation and approval of expenses in line with financial policies.
Cash Flow & Treasury Management
- Monitor cash flow and ensure sufficient funds for program activities.
- Manage bank reconciliations and maintain relationships with financial institutions.
- Provide forecasts and recommendations to improve financial sustainability.
Systems & Process Improvement
- Maintain and optimize accounting software for efficient financial management.
- Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes for improved efficiency.
- Support the transition to new or improved financial systems and reporting tools as needed.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
- Professional certification required (e.g., ICAN, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent).
- Minimum of 4 years of accounting experience, preferably in the nonprofit sector.
- Proficiency in accounting software (any recognized financial management system).
- Strong knowledge of grant accounting, donor reporting, and Nigerian tax regulations.
- Experience with financial audits and working with external auditors.
- Passion for using numbers to drive positive change and impact.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.
- Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners.
- High attention to detail, analytical skills, and integrity.
- Willingness to travel occasionally for financial monitoring of field projects.
Desirable Skills:
- Experience working with international donor-funded projects and grant financial management.
- Familiarity with Nigerian tax laws and NGO financial regulations.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
- Professional certification required (e.g., ICAN, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent).
- Minimum of 4 years of accounting experience, preferably in the nonprofit sector.
- Proficiency in accounting software (any recognized financial management system).
- Strong knowledge of grant accounting, donor reporting, and Nigerian tax regulations.
- Experience with financial audits and working with external auditors.
- Passion for using numbers to drive positive change and impact.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.
- Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners.
- High attention to detail, analytical skills, and integrity.
- Willingness to travel occasionally for financial monitoring of field projects.
Desirable Skills:
- Experience working with international donor-funded projects and grant financial management.
- Familiarity with Nigerian tax laws and NGO financial regulations.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment.
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