Location: Maiduguri, with travels within the north-east & Abuja Contract Duration: 2 years Contract Type: Full-time Contract Start: January 2018 Objective
CBM is seeking a Finance Offices (Emergency Response) to support emergency response protects in the north-east funded by CBM Germany and BMZ The Finance Officer (Emergency Response) reports to the Finance Manager CO, and works closely with other CO finance / programme staff and projects partners.
S/he wil:
Drive best practices in financial and administrative management of emergency projects
Be accountable for ensuring that accurate partner accounts, statistic and financial information ore completed to set deadline and that costs are controlled to within budget allocation
Assist the Finance Manager In producing and presenting protect forecasts and budgets, working with CBM accounting systems and to further assist him with partners’ financial reports
Main Tasks Financial management and partner financial management support:
Manage the cash-flow position of emergency projects
Develop / disseminate guidelines on efficient use of organizational resources and procedures fan purchasing, payment of bills, and other financial transactions
Prepare monthly bank reconciliation statements
Support completion of CBM supported project audits no timely manner
Ensure compliance and consistency with In-country, CBM internal and donor/MA policies. procedures. as well as donors contracts
Analyze and present financial reports, budget versus actual expenditure information, annual financial statements, request for hinds In an accurate and timely manner
Maintain financial records and accounts of daily transactions. ensuring accuracy and completeness of ties and supporting documentation to serve as evidence of transactions
Promote a cost consciousness culture and practice and advises partners on best financial practices
Support programme staff and partners in project budget preparation, as needed
Participate in capacity development for partners in financial management
Participate in financial monitoring of implementing partners projects
Administration and Human Resources Management:
Ensure compliance with relevant local regulations, with internal policies. donors requirements
Manage all matters related to project operations and administration
Maintain proper filing and documentation
Arrange travel logistics for the state office state prepare weekly/monthly travel plan, rn&e hotel reservations, arrange for hotel pick-ups and arrange halls and meals for all training
Maintain the storage of office supplies, sourcing of vendors, obtaining quotations for required service and arranging for repairs of office equipment
Maintain the Asset inventory list in the office
Participate in partner capacity assessments and development
Other relevant assigned duties as necessary
Requirements
Professional profile and requirements
B.Sc/HND Accounting, Finance and Business Administration or any other related fields
2-5 years’ experience in a similar role with an INGO/NGO, private or public organisation
Good working knowledge af accounting administration. financial analysis. budgeting procedures and cash/boys. reconciliation
Excellent and demonstrable rolls in the use of standard accounting packages and Microsoft Office programmes
Knowledge of social Inclusion and Navision or any related programme management software is an added advantage
Ability to use Quick books accounting software
Personal Profile and Competencies:
Development programme experience NGO
Knowledge and experience of project cycle management in development context for 5 years
Knowledge and experiences of project planning. monitoring and reporting of minimum of 3 years
Experience in narrative and financial reporting on complex protects to International donors
Cooperation with civil society/government/donors and private rector knowledge and/or experiences
Basic knowledge of advocacy and Inclusion
Working experience in insecure environments
Performance Criteria Efficiency:
Efficient management of emergency response projects finances
Project financial reporting completed according to set timelines
Effectiveness:
Timely and accurate financial reporting
Capacity development progress Is reported regularly
Adherence to finance, administrative, and procurement rules
Risk and Compliance:
Financial, operational and compliance risks identified and reported and/or
addressed proactively Budget variances are anticipated, noted, and addressed
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Applicants should submit in English a meaningful letter of motivation, CV, copies of diplomas, three professional referees and salary expectations quoted in Nigerian Naira to Human Resource Unit via: jobs.nigeria@cbm.org Note
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jobs.nigeria@cbm.org
