Finance Policy Consultant at Ekklesiyar Yan'uwa a Nigeria (EYN PROJECT)

JOB BRIEF:

We are looking for a qualified and motivated Consultant to assess and reform our financial and accounting operations, provide expert guidance, and review our Financial Policy.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review of financial policy to reflect best practices and international standards.
• Strengthen the organization’s internal control system and mechanisms.
• Responsible for designing the chart of account for the organization.
• Meeting with and advising senior executives throughout the consultation process.
• Analyze and determine the organization’s accounting needs for optimization.
• Review accounting policies, practices, and procedures vis a vis best practice.
• Compile and present findings and recommendations in a detailed report at the end of the consultancy.
• Develop a detailed plan to drive changes and improvements towards effective compliance and financial procedures

QUALIFICATION:

• Chartered Accountant with more than 7 years’ experience in accounting and related fields
• Proven experience in policy writing and knowledge of international standards of financial accounting best practices and procedures
• Knowledge of Development and or Humanitarian Context
• ACCA certification is an added advantage

KEY SKILLS:

• Attention to details.
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Teamworking skills
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Self-motivation
• Proven experience in financial compliance
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications.
• The ability to analyze financial data.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Strong business acumen.
• Familiar with a wide range of business management software such as business invoicing programs, word processing programs, CRM, database, and asset management software.