Finance Assistant at Action Against Hunger | ACF-International

Location: Dutse, Jigawa
Job Summary

• The position is based in Dutse, Jigawa State and report to the Finance Officer.
• The Finance Assistant is responsible for assisting with the day-to-day financial and programmatic activities of the base office to ensure successful implementation of Action Against Hunger programs.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Manage the base’s cash box and ensure that all advances made within the month are justified before the final monthly cash count.
• Comply with purchasing procedures, supply chain guidelines and payment mode.
• Train vendors on financial procedures and payment policies.
• Facilitate payment at the field in support of program activities.
• Support the implementation of the program's cash transfer guidelines.
• Make payments and verify the consistency of supporting documents submitted in accordance with the Action Against Hunger procedures, ensuring all invoices are accurate, consistent and signed.
• Ensure that the physical cash box and the Excel/Saga cash book correspond on a daily basis.
• Ensure compliance of the supply chain guidelines and payment mode.
• Verify that the accounting codes, the project codes and the budget codes are accurate.
• File and track all the invoices/documents (base financial books).

Position Requirements

• A Degree in Accounting, Management, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in a finance and administration-related role.
• Experience in a non-governmental organization is preferred.
• Experience with donor-funded programs would be appreciated
• Strong computer skills, and familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to manage and follow work plans.
• Good interpersonal skills  (communication, able to negotiate, influence, give effective feedback, be a team player).