Finance Manager at Action Against Hunger | ACF-International

Location: Maiduguri, Borno

Job Summary

• The position is based in Maiduguri, Borno and reports directly to the Operations Support Coordinator and technically to the Finance Head of Department.
• The Finance Manager will be responsible for the coordination and implementation of the financial policies of the base.
• The Finance Manager ensures that organizational processes are efficient and effective and guarantees proper management of overall finance and administration matters.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor the monthly consolidation of the base accounts.
• Review the field monthly accountancy to ensure accuracy in account codes, budget lines amongst others and feedback.
• Responsible for base tax operation.
• Contribute to grant financial management, donors compliance & budget analysis.
• Monitor base treasury forecast & cash management.
• Ensure expenditures are in line with the forecast prepared, analyse discrepancy between cash and budget forecast and put in place corrective measures.
• Facilitate capacity building of other members of the Finance team and support team with financial donor reports, invoices and payment requests.
• Oversee departmental supervision and team management.
• Conduct internal audit through the use of FAP “Financial Audit tool”.
• Share audit report with the Finance Head of Department including recommendations & action plan.
• Provision of continuous support and improvement of departmental processes and procedures.

Position Requirements

• Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance. Master's degree is a plus with at least 3 years of professional senior management experience in finance.
• ACCA or any other Chartered Accountant Diploma is required.
• Strong computer skills particularly in MS Excel, literacy and numeracy.
• Experience and knowledge of accounting systems; knowledge of SAGA would be a plus.
• Exceptional organization, time management and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.
• Ability to work in a multicultural team.
• Prior experience in NGOs/INGOs is preferred.
• Previous experience working as an auditor is desirable.
• Possess the capacity of analysis, synthesis and reporting.
• Have strong accounting, budget and team management skills.