Finance Manager at the Civil Society Scaling-Up Nutrition in Nigeria

The Civil Society Scaling-Up Nutrition in Nigeria (CS-SUNN) is a non-governmental, non-profit making coalition, made up of organizations with a shared vision to transform Nigeria into a country where every citizen has food and is nutrition secure. CS-SUNN pursues this lofty goal by engaging and mobilizing Government and Non-state actors to advocate for relevant policy implementation, raise awareness, generate evidence, build capacity, and stimulate communities to scale up nutrition in Nigeria, with a specialfocus on maternal and child nutrition

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Finance Manager

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Unit: Finance
Supervisor: Executive Secretary
Supervisee: Finance Team
Contract: Fixed-term

CS-SUNN seeks a skilled and experienced Finance Manager to lead its financial operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance and accounting, with a proven track record of success in financial planning and analysis, budgeting, and reporting.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee all financial operations, including accounting, financial planning and analysis, budgeting, and reporting.
• Monitor and analyze financial performance, identify areas for improvement and develop and implement strategies to achieve financial goals.
• Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, and other financial service providers.
• Lead and mentor the finance team, providing guidance and support to ensure their continued professional development.
• Develop and implement financial policies and procedures to ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
• Manage the financial planning process, including forecasting, budgeting, and long-term financial planning.
• Prepare and present financial reports to senior management, including financial statements, budget variance analysis, and cash flow projections and all donor reporting requirements.
• Manage the organization's cash flow and ensure adequate funding is available to meet operational needs.
• Collaborate with program teams to ensure financial goals are aligned with overall program objectives.

Requirements and Qualification

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (ACCA, ACA), A Master's Degree with a minimum of 8 years’ experience and four years in a managerial position
• Proficiency in the use of SAGE 50, Excel and Quickbooks and other accounting software.
• Experience working with non-profit organizations and knowledge of donor regulations.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices, financial analysis, and budgeting.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Skills in procurement, budgeting and donor reporting.

Remuneration
We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional development and growth. If you are a highly motivated and results-oriented individual with a passion for finance and leadership in the non-profit sector, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Note

• CS-SUNN is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender or disabilities. Hence all qualified and interested candidates should apply. CS-SUNN has zero tolerance for any form of sexual exploitation and abuse that could jeopardize her humanitarian principle.
• We remain fully committed to the “do no harm principle” and a culture of trust and integrity in preventing and addressing sexual misconduct of any kind.

Application Deadline 7th June, 2023.