Save the Children Job for Finance Officers in Nigeria
Save the Children
is the leading independent organization creating lasting change in
the lives of children in over 20 countries around the world.
Recognized for our commitment to accountability, innovation and
collaboration, our work takes us into the heart of communities, where
we help children and families help themselves.
We work with other organizations, governments, non-profits and a variety
of local partners while maintaining our own independence without
political agenda or religious orientation. Save the Children’s mission
is to Inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and
to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives.
We are recruiting to fill the position of:
Job Title: Finance Officer
Locations: Cross River and Lagos, Nigeria
Job Description
- This position will be responsible for implementing and/or coordinating all financial support functions for the state office.
Key Areas of Accountability
- Have essential knowledge of Finance and Accounting. Ensure that
roles and responsibilities are clear and have strong understanding of
all of Donor’s and Save the Children’s regulations and policies,
especially the core policies such as; Finance policies and procedures,
Child Safeguarding Policy, Code of Conduct, Fraud & dishonesty
policies, Anti-bribery and corruption policy and whistle blowing policy.
Finance:
- Coordinate with the Line manager to ensure timely and
appropriate cash flows, matched with the operational needs of the state
office and budget forecasts, and in line with SC policies and donor
requirements.
- Manage the electronic spreadsheet/format for receiving and
disbursing funds; coordinate the preparation and timely submission of
monthly financial reports and other reports to Abuja as required. Ensure
accurate keeping of account books (electronic and paper) for the state
office.
- Preparation and submission of monthly Balance Sheet Reconciliations to CO Abuja
- Help ensure that timely and accurate information is generated
and disseminated accordingly to the project team, to inform activity
planning and forecasts.
- Make statutory payments to the relevant authorities such as
PAYE, WHT, and PENSION deduction and ensure adequate documentation is
kept in the office.
- Conduct state level finance induction for all new staff on finance policies, systems and procedure
- Support the state teams to provide administrative and technical
support to the partners to ensure that all financial documentation and
reports are prepared and submitted on a timely basis in line with SC
policies, project agreements.
- In collaboration with the line manager support the training in
financial management in accordance with SC’s financial management
policies
- Process all banking activities in the state office, ensuring
that bank account records are accurately maintained, and that bank
statements are obtained on a timely basis.
- Process all payments (cheque and/or cash) to vendors, service
providers, and partners in line with SC policies & Donor
requirements.
- Ensure all financial transactions in the state office are
appropriately approved, authorised and administered, in line with SC
& Donor policies.
- Maintain the office cash box and disburse cash payments.
- Ensure weekly cash counts are done and properly documented by non finance staff.
- Any other tasks as assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications & Experience
Essential Criteria:
- Level of Education - B.Sc /HND or equivalent
- Specified Study Area - Finance / Accounts / Business Administration
- Language Requirements: Spoken English-Excellent; Written English-Excellent
- Must be able to speak at least one local language predominant in that state.
- Level of IT Expertise: Excellent (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, etc.)
- Professional certificate in accounting and finance
- Knowledge and experience in working with USAID regulations
- Experience in working with partners accountable for grants and
other financial support provided to implement project activities,
particularly at community level.
- Excellent verbal communication and listening skills.
Desirable Criteria:
- Good training and facilitation skills (for financial training/support to partners).
- Ability to multi-task, engage in long-term planning, meet
deadlines, and handle last-minute demands; exercise patience, and adapt
to changing circumstances.
- Ability to be creative and proactive health service improvement is essential.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply
Application Deadline 22nd January, 2016.