Field Roving Senior Finance Officer at Multi Aid and Charity Initiative

GOAL/PURPOSE

• The Field Senior Finance Officer will support the Country Senior Finance Manager in overseeing financial operations in MACI’s Borno and Yobe field offices. This includes ensuring compliance with donor and organizational policies, managing field budgets, processing transactions, and supporting audits and reporting requirements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Management and Oversight

• Manage day-to-day financial operations across the Borno and Yobe field offices.
• Maintain updated financial records and ensure timely data entry and reconciliation.
• Review and verify payment requests, expense reports, and procurement documentation.

Budget Control and Support

• Track expenditures against project budgets and ensure proper utilization of funds.
• Alert the Finance Manager of any significant budget variances or financial risks.
• Assist in budget forecasting and proposal development.

Compliance and Documentation

• Ensure strict adherence to MACI financial policies, donor regulations, and Nigerian tax laws.
• Maintain organized and audit-ready financial documentation.
• Support internal and external audits, providing requested documentation and explanations.

Capacity Building

• Train and provide technical support to field staff on financial procedures and documentation standards.
• Promote financial literacy and accountability among non-finance personnel.

Reporting

• Submit monthly financial reports, bank reconciliations, and cash forecasts to the Country Office.
• Assist in the preparation of donor financial reports as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Education: BSc/HND in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. A Master’s degree or professional certification (ICAN, ACCA) is an added advantage.
• Experience: Minimum of 6 years relevant experience in humanitarian finance roles, preferably in Northeast Nigeria.
• Languages: Fluency in English and Hausa required. Knowledge of Kanuri or other local dialects is an added advantage.

Technical Skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel)
• Experience using financial software (e.g., QuickBooks, Dynamics, zoho etc.)
• Strong understanding of donor compliance

CORE VALUES

• Transparency
• Accountability
• Neutrality
• Reliability
• Professionalism
• Respect for Diversity