Position Requirements
The Northern Nigeria Education Initiative Plus (NEI+) project works to improve the quality of and access to education in Northern Nigeria equitably and sustainably. The Accountant will be responsible for working under the Finance and Administration Officer to manage project expenditures and accounts.
This position is based in Sokoto, Nigeria, and will report to the Sokoto Finance and Administration Officer.
Primary Responsibilities:
Manages day to day finance operations, including implementing Creative and USAID policies, procedures and systems, reviewing accounts payable documents for proper accuracy and completeness, and liaising with bank on all banking issues
Completes donor financial reporting, tracks spending, and supports the Finance and Administration Officer
Provides updated monthly cost reports and draft quarterly financial reports and monthly ad hoc reports on financial status of project expenses and budget information
Manages the process of clearing bills, payments, and vouchers from the Bauchi field office; manages the transfer of project funds from the central account to field accounts
Works closely with the home office in Washington, DC to ensure reconciliation of monthly expense reports, and respond to any inquiries they may have
Skills and Experience
Candidates must demonstrate expertise in accounting, finance or business administration. They must have knowledge of accounting principles, USAID rules and regulations and Nigerian labor laws.
The candidate must be professionally proficient and fluent in written and spoken English.
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Interested qualified candidates are requested to submit their resumes to neiplus_recruitment@edc.org with job title as mail subject EG; “Accountant” in the subject line of the email. Only candidates who are being invited for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please. EDC is committed to diversity in the workplace. EDC offers a supportive work environment, competitive salary, and an excellent benefits package.
Apply via :
neiplus_recruitment@edc.org
