Accountant at Creative Associates International

Project Summary

• The Northern Nigeria Education Initiative Plus (NEI+) project is a five year USAID funded project that will work to improve the quality of and access to education in Northern Nigeria, equitably and sustainably.

Position Summary

• The Accountant will be responsible for working under the Finance and Administration Officer to manage project expenditures and accounts.

Reporting & Supervision:

• This position is housed in Bauchi, Nigeria, reporting to the 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; and 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.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Expertise in accounting, finance or business administration.
• Knowledge of laws, accounting principles, USAID rules and regulations, and labor laws.