Finance Assistant (MAPS)

Our is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in Health, Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender, Youth, Research and Technology- creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today’s interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories.

 Responsibilities:
Work in accordance with the project accounting handbook to administer programme funds at Abuja level;
In consultation with the National Programme Manager and the Deputy Finance Manager, produce regular rolling quarterly and monthly forecasts and submit monthly site returns to the Deputy Finance Manager in Abuja to feed into the monthly reconciliation and invoicing processes;
Maintain up-to-date project accounts on the system to ensure that timely, accurate and appropriate information is available to the programme management team;
Liaise with administrative and technical teams to ensure accurate forecasting and prompt disbursal and reconciliation of expenditure;
Supervise preparation of all payment vouchers, journal vouchers and cheques and ensure the timely settlement of all undisputed sub-contractor invoices;
Monitor expenditure and advise the National Programme Manager and Deputy Programme Finance Manager of potential issues with regards to forecasting, disbursement or accounting;
Maintain a petty cash register and supervise the imprest accounts for Abuja based staff;

Qualifications and Requirements:
University degree or recognized equivalent in accounting or finance.
Experience with Accounting skills
Experience with large complex organizations is required, familiarity with international NGOs preferred.
Knowledge of general office practices and financial procedures.
Resourceful in gathering and providing information.
Knowledge of budget preparation and monitoring.
Excellent written, oral, interpersonal and organization skills.
Well-developed computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft office products.
Excellent typing skills.


Application Deadline
2 weeks from now

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