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FINANCE ASSISTANT-VACANCY AT AID FOR COMMUNITY SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

FINANCE ASSISTANT

by Emmanuel Urua
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Job Description

The finance assistant will provide support to the finance department in various tasks and responsibilities. She/ He will assist in the day-to-day financial operations of the organization. she/ He will be responsible for requesting funds from CCFN, and ensuring these funds are liquidated monthly using the approved reporting format as agreed with CCFN.

 Responsibilities

  • Processing financial transactions: This involves recording, organizing, and inputting financial data into the organization’s systems. She/ He will be responsible for managing invoices, payments, and expenses, ensuring accuracy and timely processing
  • Monitoring and maintaining financial records: She/ He will be responsible for organizing and maintaining financial records, ensuring that they are up-to-date, easily accessible, and in compliance with donor regulations.
  • Data Entry: Input financial data into the accounting system (approved CCFN reporting template) and perform regular data reconciliation to identify and resolve discrepancies.
  • Bank reconciliations: She He will help with reconciling bank statements with the organization’s financial records. This involves comparing and matching transactions to ensure accuracy and resolve any discrepancies
  • Assisting in budgeting and forecasting: He/she will support the Program team in preparing budgets and financial forecasts by collecting and analyzing financial data and preparing reports
  • Assisting in financial reporting: He/she will help prepare financial reports, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements. He/she will ensure that these reports are accurate and can provide valuable insights to management and stakeholders.
  • Assisting in audits and compliance: He/ She will assist in preparing documentation and providing support during internal and external audits. He/she will help ensure compliance with financial/donor regulations and origination policies
  • Budget Monitoring: She/ He will Support the monitoring and tracking of origination’s budgets, highlighting any variances to the finance team.
  • Compliance: She/ He will ensure compliance with all financial/donor regulations and standards, both internally and externally, and recommend improvements to enhance financial controls.
  • Vendor Management: She/ He will Maintain vendor information, including contracts, payments, and invoices, and assist with vendor queries and requests.
  • Communication: She/ He will collaborate with internal teams to obtain necessary financial information and provide timely responses to inquiries related to financial transactions.
  • Support: She/ He will provide general administrative support to the finance team, including filing, document management, and other ad-hoc tasks as assigned.

Qualifications 

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field is preferred.
  • Prior experience in a similar role is advantageous.
  • Proficient in using financial Systems Applications and Products Software (SAPS)
  • Strong numerical and analytical skills.
  • Attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy in financial transactions.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
  • Proficiency in MS Office applications, particularly Excel.
  • Knowledge of financial regulations and standards is desirable.
  • The use of QuickBooks and Sun system applications will be an added advantage.
  • We are looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our finance team. If you meet the qualifications and are eager to contribute to the financial success of our organization, we encourage you to apply.

Location:  Umuahia, Abia, Nigeria.

Apply: Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications (in MS Word or PDF) to: a4csd2021@gmail.com using the job title as the subject of the mail.

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