Finance Officer at Gibran Books and Values Society of Nigeria

About the Role

Under the supervision of the Finance Manager, the Finance Officer will contribute to financial management and program implementation by providing the necessary support for operational, administrative, and programmatic support. 

About GBVS Nigeria:

Gibran Books and Values Society (GBVS) is a purpose-driven humanitarian and development non-governmental organization that implements a range of portfolio through purposeful partnerships.

GBVS builds bridges for improved lives for people affected by calamity and impoverished communities. Our mission is to support people affected by natural and man-made disasters, especially those who have suffered displacement to be able to get back their lives and livelihoods in no time. GBVS also works with underserved communities to ensure that they have basic facilities and services. Over the last 6 years, working closely with government, civil society and private sector partners, GBVS has reached more than 300,000 beneficiaries across Nigeria with assistance in Livelihood, Education, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene, and Protection. GBVS is currently seeking qualified persons to support the implementation of an education intervention in Adamawa.

Key Responsibilities:

The Finance Officer has the responsibilities of ensuring proper accounting throughout GBVS. This includes supporting the administrative team to maintain proper financial records and the program team to ensure the successful implementation of project activities. Under the supervision of the Finance Manager, the Finance Officer will support critical activities as assigned and other daily administrative activities.

More specifically, the job will involve the following:

Accounts Management

• Support the preparation of financial reports (monthly, quarterly and annual) to ensure compliance with donor requirements and GBVS Nigeria’s operations.
• Provide financial information to enable the program team to make timely project and operating decisions
• Review financial documents and reconcile all voucher-related activities to the ledger monthly.
• Support all audit processes and the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports in response to audit inquiries.
• Handling remittance of pension, tax and other compliance-related payments for GBVS
• Provide administrative support in monitoring budget preparation and the finances of programs/projects.

Project Support

• Support the preparation of program work plans, budgets, proposals, writing reports, conducting surveys, designing strategies for interventions, and developing questionnaires.
• Undertake logistical, administrative, and financial arrangements for the organization of meetings, workshops, events, and missions as required.
• Make travel arrangements for the Program team, including travel requisitions and claims.
• Support school engagement, teachers training, certification program and any other project activities as assigned by the Finance Manager.

Resource Mobilization Support

• Compile and process information from donors and partners to various databases and documents.
• Identify funding opportunities and support the preparation of proposals to secure funding for GBVS Nigeria’s activities
• Support the distribution of books and any other materials as assigned

The Finance Officer will undertake any other tasks as assigned. 

Key Competencies:

• Strong financial and budgeting skills.
• Ability to manage data, documents, and correspondence.
• Ability to administer and execute administrative processes and transactions.
• Ability to create, edit and present information in transparent formats.
• Good knowledge of program administration
• Strong communication- including good writing and presentation skills.
• Ability to work well with a diverse group of partners.
• Ability to deliver at pace and meet deadlines.
• A track record of proactive leadership.
• Ability to work and deliver objectives with limited supervision.
• Good ICT skills, including strong proficiency in excel, word and powerpoint
• Knowledge of using accounting software like QuickBooks will be an advantage 

Education, Experience and Skills

• A bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration or any relevant equivalent degree. A diploma in accounting/business with up to 10 years’ post-qualification experience as Finance Officer in a humanitarian organization would be considered.
• Certified accounting qualification (ICAN, ANAN, etc) and/or MBA are added advantages.
• Minimum of two years of professional experience in either finance, accounting, grants management
• A minimum of three years working in a similar capacity in a humanitarian/development organization
• Ability to understand and implement government tax laws and other compliance issues.
• Proven knowledge of computerized accounting systems 
• Excellent organization skills and ability to adjust to dynamic situations while maintaining focus on delivery and follow-through.
• Good analytical and conceptual thinking skills with the ability to identify and resolve problems and suggest improvements.

Duration:

This role is open for an initial 12 months and may be renewed based on available funding/satisfactory assessment.