Head of Finance at Doheney Services Ltd

• The Head of Finance’s primary responsibilities will include, management of all accounting functions–accounts payable, accounts receivable, electronic banking, monthly reconciliations, close month-end books, budgeting, financial statements internal control and audit.

Responsibilities

• Perform financial management duties including generating financial data, compiling and submitting reports, analyzing trends and assessing the financial health of the Host Community Development Trust (HCDT).
• Oversee the development and operations of the HCDT finance unit including creating and reviewing policies, budgeting, recruiting, training and conducting regular assessments of financial procedures.
• Supervise the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual account reconciliations, monitor and enforce compliance with tax and financial reporting standards and generate cash flow projections.
• Advise Board of Trustees (BoT) and unit heads on decisions related to the HCDT’s finances.
• Ensure documentation of the Trust’s financial status and projections.
• Advise the BoT, Executive Committee, Stakeholders, on financial issues requiring attention.
• Create strategic financial plans based on the analysis of the HCDT financial status and projections.

Minimum Requirements

Education:

• A bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting.
• Professional Certification (Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria – ICAN or equivalent)
• A master’s degree will be an added advantage.

Experience:

• At least 6 years cognate experience post NYSC, two of which must be as the head of accounting of a not-for-profit organization or NGO.
• Good understanding of accounting concepts, financial reporting standards and best practices.
• Experience with digital accounting software and statistical analysis tools including computer literacy skills.

Competencies

Knowledge and Skills:

• A team player
• Penchant for details.
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Ability to organize and complete multiple projects in an efficient and timely manner.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with a diverse team of people and build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to deal with a fast-paced environment with changing work priorities
• Multi-tasking and excellent prioritization
• Ability to think and plan strategically
• Excellent relationship management.
• Knowledge and understanding of KEFFESO Communities and Niger Delta terrain as a whole