Vacancies: Finance Manager, Senior Finance Officer
Aids Prevention Initiative in Nigeria (APIN) is a non-governmental donor-funded organization dedicated to the prevention, treatment, care and support of diseases of public health importance in Nigeria, including HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria, among others. Since 2001, we have worked closely with key stakeholders to reduce the burden and mitigate the impact of those diseases through cutting edge, innovative & sustainable approaches
We are seeking suitably qualified candidates to assume the following positions in our Abuja, Lagos, Ibadan and Jos Offices:
Position: Finance Manager (Abuja)
The job holder will have responsibility for coordinating the Finance & Accounting function of the head office, as well as for preparing and rendering donor reports
Job Responsibilities
- Coordinate the Finance & Accounting functions of the organization
- Prepare all monthly, quarterly and annual donor reports
- Coordinate all the treasury functions
- Effect statutory deductions and ensure remittance
- Manage donor and corporate budgets
- Supervise the preparation of payroll
- Monitor staff advances and ensure adherence to policies/procedures
- Ensure strict adherence to financial & accounting policies & procedures
- Manage the fixed asset
Qualification and Experience
- A B.Sc. or HND in Accounting or any related disciple, with a relevant professional qualification (ACA or ACCA) and a minimum of ten years’ experience in the Finance function of a best-practice organisation (preferably in an NGO), including at least five years in a managerial role
Technical and Behavioural Competencies
- Good knowledge of use the QuickBooks Accounting software
- Strong leadership and supervisory skills
- Nose for details
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to consistently demonstrate a high level of integrity and responsibility ‘ Excellent oral and written communication skill
- Report writing skill
Position: Senior Finance Officer (Ibadan)
The Senior Finance Officer will have responsibility for monitoring financial transactions to ensure adherence to financial regulations and achieve efficient utilization of financial resources as well as to track, analyze and report on financial transactions and budget implementation.
Job Responsibilities
- Monitor financial transactions at the sites, including reviewing financial transactions for compliance with the programme’s financial and administrative policies, and rendering report on findings
- Implement APIN’s financial and administrative policies, including coordination and control of the office budget
- Track budget implementation for the office and programme sites
- Review monthly financial summary reports and quarterly financial statements of the programme sites
- Prepare monthly financial report of the programme office
- Manage PAYE tax remittance and liaise with tax authorities on tax matters
- Manage the payment of insurance premium and liaise with APIN’s insurers on insurance matters s Maintain records of fixed asset by updating the fixed asset register
- Review staff travel and other advances, carry out age-long analysis and prepare bi-weekly report
Qualification and Experience
- A B.Sc. or HND in Accounting or any related disciple, with a relevant professional qualification (ACA or ACCA) and a minimum of seven years’ experience in the Finance function of a best-practice organisation, preferably in an NGO
Technical and Behavioural Competencies
- Ability to use the QuickBooks Accounting software
- Nose for details
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to consistently demonstrate a high level of integrity and responsibility
- Good oral and written communication skill ‘ Report writing skill
Mode of Application
Qualified and interested applicants should visit www.apin.org.ng to complete an online application form. They should also upload their CV. which must contain a suitability statement, highlighting how their knowledge, skills and experience make them suitable for the position, and addressing the person specifications listed against the position. The statement should not exceed a page and must appear on the first page of the CV, which must be saved in Microsoft Word and as applicant’s name. Applications for positions h. and p. must bear preferred location (e.g. Monitoring & Evaluation Officer -Jos). All applications must be submitted on or before November 15th 2012. Late applications will not be considered and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Computer literacy and skills in usage of personal productivity tools (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, internet browsing, etc.) are essential for all positions; and candidates must be willing to do a considerable amount of local travel, as may be required.
APIN offers very competitive terms of employment and is an equal opportunity employer. Women who are qualified for the positions are therefore encouraged to apply.
