Finance Officer at Center for Advocacy, Transparency, and Accountability Initiative (CATAI)

Position Overview:

• The Finance Officer (FO) will work with the Finance Manager (FM) to assist in accounting, monitoring, controlling, managing, and reporting NHF funds and budgets at the country level.
• The FO will ensure all NHF project expenses align with Project Agreements, maintain accounts according to CATAI policies and donor obligations, and support internal controls and financial procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Finance Manager in overseeing NHF funds and budgets.
• Ensure compliance with donor contractual obligations and CATAI policies.
• Record all financial transactions (bank, cash, accruals) according to CATAI policies.
• Maintain inventory of office equipment and fixed assets.
• Manage payments, ensuring accuracy and appropriateness of invoices.
• Ensure timely entry of accounting operations into QUICKBOOKS.
• Disseminate finance procedures and anti-corruption policies to branches and project staff.
• Produce accurate and timely financial reports.
• Manage advances to staff and ensure proper documentation and classification of financial documents.

Requirements:
Essential:

• Degree in Finance/Accounts or equivalent experience.
• ACA/MBA/CA, ICAN, ANAN, or equivalent is a plus.

Competencies:

• Minimum of three years of relevant experience in financial management and accounting.
• Strong technical experience in bookkeeping, accounting, and financial management.
• Understanding of accounting issues in the charity/NGO sector.

Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent written and verbal communication in English.
• Planning, budgeting, monitoring, and evaluation skills.
• Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other relevant software.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, attention to detail, and self-motivation.
• Team player with initiative and training/mentoring skills.

Values:

• Integrity and accountability.
• Commitment to CATAI’s mission.
• Embrace cultural diversity and change.
• Strong commitment to results.