Finance Officer

About the role

The Finance Officer supports the Operations unit's finance and logistics by providing financial support and working with the finance manager to coordinate and manage the finances and implementation of project activities. The role covers payments, reconciliations, reporting, payroll and compliance with donor and government regulations.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare payment vouchers, properly code all transactions and enter financial expenses
• Pay expenses including per diem and transport for field participants, and follow up on outstanding advances and vendor payments
• Ensure unused advance balances are deposited into the MSH account and prepare deposit slips; reconcile advances and review receipts
• Keep treasury practices in the country minimizing cash exposure and ensure accurate, timely entries in the financial system
• Support inventory and asset management, prepare payment schedules for vendors and participants, and maintain accounting files
• Take part in improving the accounting system and internal controls, and ensure compliance with MSH policies, donor guidelines and Nigerian government regulations
• Prepare monthly administrative and financial reports, prepare payroll and statutory deductions, remit WHT and file annual taxes and obtain tax clearance certificates
• Enter data into project activity tracking logs and complete month-end and year-end activities
• Ensure staff are aware of laws, contracts, donor requirements and MSH procedures, and monitor compliance

Required profile

• University degree or HND in Accounting or equivalent
• Minimum 4-6 years' experience, or a Master's with 2-4 years, or a doctorate with 0-2 years, as an accountant and administrator
• Understanding of key accounting aspects and experience with donor-funded projects
• Excellent command of written and spoken English

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and Word, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Ability to learn complex procedures and work independently with good judgment
• Strong office, organizational and teamwork skills, and ability to multitask and meet deadlines