Accounts Clerk – Local Agent (Group III)

About the role

The European Union Delegation in Abuja is seeking a qualified Accounts Clerk (Local Agent, Group III) to join its Administration Section. This permanent position supports the Head of Administration in managing the Delegation’s financial operations, ensuring compliance with EU financial rules and procedures.

Key responsibilities

• Liaise with the Delegation’s bank and monitor bank account activity.
• Encode invoices into the Delegation’s accounting system and record financial data.
• Execute accounting transactions and follow up on outstanding or non‑executed items.
• Ensure adherence to financial, budgetary and contractual rules, procedures and deadlines.
• Track consumption of commitment and payment credits.
• Assist in preparing reports for Headquarters.
• Support the preparation, finalisation and monitoring of the annual budget.

Required profile

• Minimum three years (36 months) of relevant accounting or finance experience.
• Mid‑level qualification as indicated by the posting.
• Ability to work under the supervision of the Head of the Administration Section.
• Flexibility to adapt to occasional atypical working hours.

Required skills