Financial Assistant

BASIC FUNCTION OF THE POSITION:The incumbent will perform accounting and financial analysis to support efficient operations meeting USG accounting and procurement practices. S/he will assist in the implementation of the internal controls and general assessment of DOD-WRPN accounting standards. The job holder’s duties include audits of procurement and travel vouchers, working with DOD-WRPN technical staff for specific programmatic activity budget preparation. Additionally, the incumbent will be expected to perform financial administrative duties and will give work guidance to 3-5 contractors of DOD technical staff.To obtain a copy of this announcement please visit our Mission websites at: http://nigeria.usembassy.gov/hr_office.htmlPOSITION REQUIREMENTS:NOTE: All applicants MUST address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each criterion or the application will not be considered.

University degree in Accounting or Business Administration is required
Minimum of 3 years progressive work experience in accounting, auditing or financially oriented business management is required.
Level III (Good working knowledge) Speaking /Reading/Writing in English is required.  Language proficiency will be tested.
Intermediate knowledge and understanding in the areas of professional accounting, auditing, budget and finance is required.
Incumbent must possess skill in providing leadership, direction and technical expertise in financial management of public fund.
An advanced personal computer skill with experience in word processing, spreadsheets and Quick Books is required.  Skills will be Tested.

Selection ProcessWhen fully qualified, U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) and U.S. Veterans are given preference. Therefore, it is essential that the candidate specifically address the required qualifications above in the application.Additional Selection CriteriaSalaryOR – Ordinarily Resident – N3,154,846 p.a. (Starting basic salary) Position Grade: FSN-06In addition to the basic salary, all allowances will be paid in accordance with the Mission Local Compensation Plan.Nor – Not Ordinary Resident AEFM – US$36,353 EFM/MOH – US$31,301 (Starting Salary) p.a. Position Grade: FP-08Method of ApplicationInterested applicants for this position MUST submit the following, or the application will not be considered:Submit Application ToEmbassy of the United States of AmericaHuman Resources Office,Plot 1075 Diplomatic Drive,Central District Area,Abuja.Or submit to: HRNigeria@state.govClick here to download Application Form for Employment as a Locally Employed Staff or Family Member (DS-174) (PDF 1.78 MB)Click here to download the Instructions for Completing DS-174 (PDF 2.40 MB)Note: All not ordinarily resident applicants must have the required work and residency permits to be eligible for consideration. A U.S. Citizen EFM does not have to be residing in country to be considered, but the sponsoring officer under C.O.M Authority does have to be officially assigned to post.

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HRNigeria@state.govC