Account assistant - Northern Nigeria Education Initiative Plus (NEI+) at Creative Associates International

Project Summary: The Northern Nigeria Education Initiative Plus (NEI+) project works to improve the quality of and access to education in Northern Nigeria, equitably and sustainably.

Position Summary: The main duties of the Cashier will be the management of cash and cash transactions for NEI+.  He/she will also be responsible for day to day bank liaison and general Finance Department office duties.

Reporting & Supervision:

• This position is housed in Abuja, Nigeria, reporting to the Senior Finance Specialist.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Administer petty cash operations, and provide accountability and reporting in full compliance with USAID and Creative standards
• Assist logistics and procurement staff in cash disbursement of items paid in petty cash and submitting daily expense report to accountant/finance and administration officer
• Coordinate with district teams to ensure directly managed labor activities are following timekeeping procedures and labor payments are made in a timely fashion  
• Maintain an efficient and accessible paper and electronic filing system
• Modify or improve filing system if required
• Perform periodic inspections of files in order to ensure correct placement
• Assist in establishing systems to reduce overhead costs and propose cost-effective systems to save money
• Any other duties suitable to task and commensurate with ability

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Analytical Skills.
• 2 years of progressive work experience in banking or a relevant trade
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance or relevant education certificate