Finance Officer (FO) – 1 Position (Kwara)

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Finance Officer (FO) – 1 Position (Kwara)

Kwara state

Job Description

The FO will report to the State Program Coordinator (SPC), with oversight guidance from the Director of Finance and Operations (DFO).

Specific Responsibilities

S/he will be responsible for supervising all banking transactions, preparation of PVs and writing of cheques, posting of PVs and preparation of financial reports. He/she is responsible for budget tracking, reviewing posted accounting transactions in the QuickBooks, bank statements reconciliation, and preparation of staff payroll. The FO will also be in charge of making requisition for funds, reimbursements and involvement in the capacity building of the Community Based Organizations on Financial management. He/she is to keep financial records and produce financial reports for audits.

100% of his/her time per annum is chargeable to the project.

Required Experience

minimum of 3 years working experience, strong skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and QuickBooks, good analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must have first degree/HND in Accounting or other related Social sciences. Also required is a minimum of 3 years working experience, strong skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and QuickBooks, good analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills. Experience in managing USAID grants and familiarity with Nigerian NGOs contractual procedures and a relevant higher degree will enhance applicant’s chances.

Method of Application

Applicants should complete the online form at https://bit.ly/ICHSSA2jobs and send their comprehensive Curriculum Vitae and cover letter in ONLY one attachment (MSWord document) explaining suitability for the job; to programs@arfh-ng.org on/or before Monday August 15, 2022. Details of specific job responsibilities can be found on www.arfh-ng.org.

Please indicate the title of post applied for in the subject line of the email. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Applicants are advised to provide their functional emails/mobile phone numbers on the application letter as well as three professional referees including their functional e-mail addresses and telephone numbers. Eligible female applicants are encouraged to apply. ARFH has a Child Safeguarding policy in place and is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).

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