Finance Assistant at Palladium Group

Palladium is a global leader in the design, development and delivery of Positive Impact - the intentional creation of enduring social and economic value. We work with foundations, investors, governments, corporations, communities and civil society to formulate strategies and implement solutions that generate lasting social, environmental and financial benefits.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Finance Assistant - Nigeria Strengthening Civic Advocacy and Local Engagement (SCALE)
Location: Abuja
Employment Type: Contract
Duration: 1 year, with possibility of extension for an additional 6 months

Purpose of Position

The Finance Assistant is responsible for supporting the financial administration and assisting in the implementation of programmatic activities of the SCALE Project office. This position is based in Abuja, Nigeria.
The Finance Assistant will report to the accountant.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Finance and Record Management:

Support DOA upload process for real time uploads and follow up for approval with COP.
Support filling process (electronic and hard copies).
Maintain a register for other documents submitted to the finance unit for review and payment processing.
Support stamping and scanning of finance documents for Bi-weekly field voucher reporting.
Assist the Accountant with reconciliation, journal entries, financial reporting and month-end closeout.
Support in collection of documents and timely review of participants payment.
Support collection and timely review of staff retirements.
Support collection and tracking of partners payments to finance unit electronically.

Programmatic Support:

Assist in Budget review for TB concept.
Organize all the logistical and operational aspects of travels for the TB concept such as developing a logistics memo.
Assist with taking notes during staff meetings.
Other tasks as deemed necessary by the COP.

Required Qualifications

A Degree in Accounting, Social Sciences, or related field.
A minimum of one year of work experience in a similar role.
Ability to maintain financial records and prepare financial reports.
Ability to take initiative, work independently, and to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
Fluency in English and a local language is required.
Must be authorized to work in Nigeria.
Prior experience working on USAID-funded projects is preferred.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills are required.
Ability to communicate with high-level officials and vendors in a professional manner, both via written and verbal communication.
Strong analytical and computer skills; strong attention to detail.