Finance Assistants at Mercy Corps

General Position Summary

• The finance assistant  under the direction of the Senior Finance Officer in Gombe awill assist in the processing and recording of payment transactions in timely and accurate manner.
• This position requires extensive travel to the field locations in Northeast states.

Essential Job Functions

• Prepare checks or wire transfer requests based on fully approved documents and present to approved check-signers for review and signature.
• Prepare bank payment vouchers and ensure that all bank transactions are properly and fully documented.
• Record payment vouchers daily in the appropriate batch in Navigator, ensuring information in Navigator is as accurate as possible, including dimensions and expense details.
• Contribute to an efficient filing system such that files are updated, complete and safeguarded
• Identify and resolve invoicing issues, accounting discrepancies and other financial related issues.
• Adherence to all MC policies and procedures as outlined in MC policies and procedure manuals;
• Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and to not jeopardize its humanitarian mission in country of operation;
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Experience

• Minimum 1 year of bookkeeping, accounting and finance. Experience in development sector is desirable.
• A Degree in Accounting or a relevant business field is desirable.
• Strong computer skills in MS Office programs, particularly Excel is a must.
• Accuracy in the processing of cash transactions, mathematical aptitude and attention to detail
• Excellent oral and written English skills
• Fluency in Hausa language is needed.

Success Factors:

• The successful candidate will combine strong technical skills, experience in watsan programs, and a can-do attitude. Ideally s/he will have previous experience in working in large-scale emergency programs in insecure and conflict-affected contexts, including remote management and capacity development.