Duties and Responsibilities

Financial Management and Reporting:
-Provide oversight of daily fiscal processes.
-Review payment packages for budget availability and correct coding.
-Ensure timely processing and disbursement of payments to suppliers.
-Supervise the work of Finance Assistants, recording, and approving ledger transactions.
-Conduct cash flow analysis and planning.

Budgeting and Budget Monitoring:
-Develop and coordinate budget justifications.
-Monitor utilization against strategic objectives.
-Provide real-time data for immediate budget monitoring.

Risk Management and Internal Controls:
-Assist in creating, revising, and implementing policies and SOPs in the Finance Department.
-Offer compliance oversight for internal purchases and sub-expenditures.
-Facilitate compliance with laws and regulations.
-Support internal and external audit processes.

Sub-Award Management:
-Review partner invoices and projections, providing feedback for further review and approval.
-Provide technical guidance to partner finance teams.
-Review partner budgets and proposals for accuracy and completeness.
-Assist in the Year-End Close process for partners.

Qualifications and Experience

-Bachelor of Accounting Honours degree or equivalent from a reputable university.
-Membership in a professional accounting board (ACCA, ICAZ, CIMA, or CPA).
-Relevant Post Graduate degree (MSc/MBA) is an added advantage.
-At least 3 years of experience in a similar role in an NGO setup.
-Experience in Financial Management of USG funds is advantageous.
-Proficiency in MS Office and relevant accounting software packages.
-Excellent interpersonal skills.