Finance Officer at Jhpiego - John Hopkins University

Job Description

• The Finance Officer will provide support in the implementation of financial operations of the organization.
• Review, make necessary recommendations and implement policies and procedures for the general operation of the organization and its related activities.

Responsibilities

• Support the Finance Manager in preparing annual budgets and quarterly financial forecasts for Jhpiego Nigeria office
• Ensure compliance with JHPIEGO’s financial management systems and internal controls in the Nigeria office
• Support in preparing periodic budget updates and burn rates to project directors
• Prepare periodic donor reports for assigned projects and awards
• Ensure all financial transactions are in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and that transactions are correctly entered into QBs accounting system.
• Support in preparing monthly payroll and ensure all statutory deductions are made.
• Support the finance manager in preparing and consolidating periodic financial reports and respond to all financial queries from headquarters in Baltimore.
• Lead document retention protocols in line with donors and organization policies.

Required Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or its recognized equivalent
• Master's Degree in Accounting or professional qualification (CPA, ACCA or recognized equivalent) will be an advantage
• 5 to 6 years relevant experience in finance or accounting
• Knowledge of institutional donors (United Nations, USAID/CDC etc.) regulations, procedures and requirements a plus
• An understanding of maintenance of ledger entries, books keeping skills and bank.
• Computers skills including use of spreadsheets and/or accounting packages
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, GAAP
• Financial and computer skills – working knowledge of database applications, word processing and Excel, as well as experience with accounting software
• Excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented and high degree of accuracy
• Strong analytical skills and sound judgment
• Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively interact with all levels of staff and partners
• Good oral and written communication skills to effectively communicate findings and analyses
• Be cooperative, hardworking, flexible & dependable
• Be of high integrity and have a sense of confidentiality
• Be willing to take on extra responsibilities in order to achieve the goals/objectives set by the organization
• Capability to develop and implement effective strategies and tactics for accomplishing assigned duties
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Be self-motivated, proactive and have a positive attitude to work requiring minimum supervision
• Previous experience with nonprofit organization will be an added advantage.

We Offer
Jhpiego offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive employee benefits package including:

• Medical and dental plans.
• Paid vacation, holidays and sick leave.
• Personal accident insurance; 403(b) retirement plan.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Travel insurance.
• Education assistance plan and more.