Accounting and Finance Officer at Charles Ardor & Company

Key Responsibilities:

 Financial Management & Reporting 

• Maintain accurate financial records in accordance with NGO standards and best practices.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for internal and external stakeholders, including tracking the organization's key financial KPIs
• Develop and monitor budgets to ensure financial alignment with programmatic goals.
• Conduct variance analysis and provide financial insights to senior management.
• Ensure audit readiness by maintaining detailed and organized financial documentation.
• Support the organization’s annual budgeting process.

 Donor & Grant Management 

• Ensure proper accounting for donor-restricted and unrestricted funds.
• Track grant disbursements and expenditures, ensuring compliance with donor guidelines.
• Prepare financial reports and supporting documentation for grants and funding proposals.
• Manage financial reporting requirements for local and international donor organizations.

 Internal Controls & Compliance 

• Implement and maintain strong internal controls to prevent financial mismanagement.
• Ensure compliance with Nigerian tax laws, NGO financial regulations, and donor requirements.
• Work with external auditors for statutory and donor-mandated audits.
• Ensure accurate and timely filing of tax and regulatory obligations (e.g., VAT, WHT, PAYE, Pension).
• Develop and enforce financial policies and procedures to strengthen governance.

 Payroll & Expense Management 

• Process payroll and ensure timely disbursement of salaries, benefits, and statutory deductions.
• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Ensure proper documentation and approval of expenses in line with financial policies.

 Cash Flow & Treasury Management 

• Monitor cash flow and ensure sufficient funds for program activities.
• Manage bank reconciliations and maintain relationships with financial institutions.
• Provide forecasts and recommendations to improve financial sustainability.

 Systems & Process Improvement 

• Maintain and optimize accounting software for efficient financial management.
• Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes for improved efficiency.
• Support the transition to new or improved financial systems and reporting tools as needed.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• Professional certification required (e.g., ICAN, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent).
• Minimum of 4 years of accounting experience, preferably in the nonprofit sector.
• Proficiency in accounting software (any recognized financial management system).
• Strong knowledge of grant accounting, donor reporting, and Nigerian tax regulations.
• Experience with financial audits and working with external auditors.
• Passion for using numbers to drive positive change and impact.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners.
• High attention to detail, analytical skills, and integrity.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for financial monitoring of field projects.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience working with international donor-funded projects and grant financial management.
• Familiarity with Nigerian tax laws and NGO financial regulations.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• Professional certification required (e.g., ICAN, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent).
• Minimum of 4 years of accounting experience, preferably in the nonprofit sector.
• Proficiency in accounting software (any recognized financial management system).
• Strong knowledge of grant accounting, donor reporting, and Nigerian tax regulations.
• Experience with financial audits and working with external auditors.
• Passion for using numbers to drive positive change and impact.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners.
• High attention to detail, analytical skills, and integrity.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for financial monitoring of field projects.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience working with international donor-funded projects and grant financial management.
• Familiarity with Nigerian tax laws and NGO financial regulations.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment.