Finance Officer at Moment for Women Alliance

Moment for Women Alliance is a registered women and girls' rights organization dedicated to advancing the human right of young women and girls in Nigeria. Since founded, we have positioned ourselves to secure protection for women and girls' rights, end gender-based violence, and access to health with the focus on sexual and reproductive health services, policy advocacy & inclusive governance.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Finance Officer
Location: Sango Ota, Ogun
Employment Type: Full Time

Job Description

• The Finance Officer will be responsible for overseeing all financial activities, including budgeting, financial reporting, and compliance.
• This role requires a strong background in finance and accounting, excellent analytical skills, and a keen eye for detail. The ideal candidate will ensure our financial practices are sound, transparent, and aligned with our strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage annual budgets in collaboration with senior management.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, reports, and forecasts.
• Monitor financial performance against budget and report variances.
• Coordinate with external auditors and prepare for audits.
• Manage cash flow and oversee investment activities.
• Implement and maintain effective internal controls and procedures.
• Provide financial advice and insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Collaborate with program managers to ensure financial alignment with project goals.
• Ensure compliance with all financial regulations and organizational policies.
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and general ledger functions.
• Conduct financial analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance / Accounting, or a related field. CPA or equivalent certification preferred.
• Minimum of 3 - 5 years of experience in finance or accounting roles.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Previous experience working with a non-governmental organization (NGO) is required.
• Strong knowledge of financial management, accounting principles, and regulations.
• Proficiency in financial software and tools (e.g., QuickBooks, Excel).

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• The chance to be part of a mission-driven organization that empowers women.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their resume / CV and cover letter outlining their qualifications and why they are suitable for the position to: momentforwomen@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Application Deadline  15th July, 2024.

Note

• Moment for Women Alliance is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals, regardless of gender, age, race, ethnicity, religion, or disability.
• We thank all applicants for their interest in joining our team, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.