Action Against Hunger, an NGO that works to save lives by combating hunger and diseases, is hiring a Finance Assistant in Borno State.

Job Summary

The position is based in Damasak, Borno State and report to the Finance Officer. The Finance Assistant is responsible for assisting with the day-to-day financial and program activities of the base office to ensure successful implementation of Action Against Hunger programs.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Manage the base’s cash box and ensure that all advances made within the month are justified before the final monthly cash count.
• Comply with purchasing procedures, supply chain guidelines and payment mode.
• Train vendors on financial procedures and payment policies.
• Facilitate payment at the field in support of program activities.
• Support the implementation of the program's cash transfer guidelines.
• Make payments and verify the consistency of supporting documents submitted in accordance with the Action Against Hunger procedures, ensuring all invoices are accurate, consistent and signed.
• Ensure that the physical cash box and the Excel/Saga cash book correspond on a daily basis.
• Ensure compliance of the supply chain guidelines and payment mode.
• Verify that the accounting codes, the project codes and the budget codes are accurate.
• File and track all the invoices/documents (base financial books).

Position Requirements

• A Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree/HND in Accounting, Management, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in a finance and administration-related role.
• Experience with donor-funded programs would be appreciated
• Strong computer skills, and familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to manage and follow work plans.
• Good interpersonal skills (communication, able to negotiate, influence, give effective feedback, be a team player).

Method of Application

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The deadline for this position is Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at 5:00 p.m.