Finance & Admin Officer at Society for Family Health (SFH)

Ref No.: sfh-93932

Category: Programs
Duration of Contract:  Fixed Term Hire (11 months)

Job Profile

• This position will be responsible for all matters related to the finance, operations, and administration of the state office.

Job Role
The successful candidate will perform the following functions:

• Ensure compliance and consistency with the organization’s policies and procedures, as well as compliance with the terms and conditions of the agreements with the donor’s best practices.
• Timely review and processing of all vendor payments
• Timely review of CBOs disbursement request and reported expenditure
• Record and account daily transactions on SAP and ensure accuracy and completeness of required files and supporting documentation that serves as evidence of transactions.
• Process cash disbursements in accordance with financial management policies and established approval levels.
• Prepare monthly financial reports for the state containing budget to actual expenditure information (variance analysis).
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations of state project bank account.
• Responsible for procurement activities within the state in accordance with the organization’s procurement policy.
• Prepare and submit reports and tax filings in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Aid program staff in office and project budget preparation.
• Responsible for all matters related to the operations and administration of state office.
• Manage assets within the state (CBOs and state office) to ensure adequate maintenance.

Qualifications / Experience

• Must possess a Bachelor's Degree / HND in Accounting from a recognized institution
• 2 years post NYSC experience, in a similar position

Skills and Competency required:

• Good understanding of fundamental accounting principles
• Fair understanding of Global Fund donor’s financial guidelines and rules
• Must be computer literate
• Good analytical skills
• Advanced knowledge of and experience using MS office packages including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• High level of integrity and adherence to professional ethics
• Ability to prioritize, plan and organize workflow to tight timeframes
• Ability to multitask and work with minimal supervision
• Attention to detail and ability to follow up on tasks to completion

Compensation & Benefits

• The compensation package for this positions is very attractive and designed to attract, motivate and retain talented young professionals.
• SFH offers professional opportunities for career advancement, a good working environment and competitive remuneration.