Position Summary

• The National Finance Officer will provide high-level financial oversight and support to ensure compliance with internal financial policies and donor regulations. While there will be a particular focus on managing and reporting on projects funded by the European Union (EU) and the Directorate-General for International Cooperation (DGIS), the role also encompasses financial oversight of other donor-funded projects within the country. This position requires in-depth knowledge of EU and DGIS financial guidelines, along with demonstrated expertise in budget management, donor reporting, and financial compliance across a range of international funding sources. The National Finance Officer plays a critical role in maintaining transparency, accountability, and financial integrity across IFDC operations in Nigeria.

Responsibilities

Accounting/Finance

• HandleEnsure accounting and financial policy compliance with expenditure authorization, requirements from requisitions through country office approvals to complete support document trails;
• Work with grant recipients to ensure that implementation of such awards conform to donor procurement and competition requirements;
• Implement IFDC and donor procedures and provide policy guidance and interpretation for program staffers and grantees to ensure adherence to grant management procedures;
• Ensure grant management in accordance with relevant regulations, including but not limited to reporting, audits, etc. in accordance with donor policies, and procedures;.
• Ensure that the annual audit is conducted, and the audit report is submitted to the Nigerian government in compliance with local regulatory requirements;.
• Review and contribute to internal reports, annual work plans, and quarterly and monthly reports;
• Track and review grants and expenses through the NetSuite reports, ensuring compliance with donor agreements and IFDC policies;.
• Work closely with the grants and procurement teams to ensure financial coordination across departments;.
• Coordinate with the HQ finance team to ensure smooth consolidation and reporting of donor project finances;.
• Perform periodic financial analysis to detect and resolve fraud and errors respectively;.
• Manage the countries Payroll and ensure staff salary and benefits are paid in a timely manner while ensuring that all legal requirements regarding employment of staff are implemented (social security, income tax, work schedule);
• Facilitate the required support and guidance in NetSuite for country office accountants and assistant accountants, and ensure the monthly accounting is closed and the fund request is submitted on a timely basis.

Training

• Support the projects in review of the partners and subgrantees financial reports ensuring compliance;
• Maintain the financial integrity of the office by enforcing appropriate internal controls and ensuring that the staff in the country understand and observe the IFDC and donor Procedures Manual;.
• Serve as contact point between IFDC Office in the country regarding Finance/Accounting issues and all donor finance-related matters within the organization;.
• Train and support projects and finance staff on financial rules and reporting procedures;.
• Provide technical guidance on compliance during procurement processes and contract management.

Budget

• Support Chiefs of Party (CoPs) in the country with project budget forecasting and monitor their budget to track spending;
• Assist with the preparation and planning of project budgets in the country and monitor the implementation of budgeting according to project guidelines.

Others

• Provide support to the Country Management Team on other financial issues;
• Perform any other duties deemed necessary and requested by the supervisors.

Requirements

• A master’s degree in finance, accounting and a minimum of 10 years of experience in a similar role, with at least 03 years in managing finances for International Non-Governmental Organizations;.
• Accounting certification (CPA, ACCA) or equivalent qualifications is desired;
• In-depth knowledge of financial regulations and accounting processes;
• Outstanding analytical and time management skills, with a proven ability to work independently under pressure and meet tight deadlines;
• Strong attention to detail, most specifically Accounting and Finance detail;
• Strong computer skills with experience in MS office software, accounting software experience is desired;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Experience working in a similar multidisciplinary and international environment;
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, teamwork skills with ability to maintain effective work relationships;
• Strong sense of integrity and personal commitment to the achievement of goals.