About this role
A non-profit, non-political organisation in Ogun seeks a Finance Officer to manage all financial operations of its nonprofit project. The role focuses on ensuring accurate data for financial transactions, statutory deductions, payroll processing, and supplier and utility payments. The organisation partners with media groups across Nigeria to support women and girls, and aims for compliant, timely financial reporting and year-end audit readiness. The position reports to the Senior Finance Officer and involves maintaining controls and improving the accounting system as needed.
What you would do
- Ensure accuracy of data for processing financial transactions into the accounting system
- Manage all financial operations of the nonprofit project
- Remit statutory deductions (WHT, VAT, PAYE, Pension) to authorities every month
- Handle cash/bank transactions, accounts receivable, accruals, payroll preparation, and salary payments
- Prepare bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies weekly and monthly
- Coordinate with External Auditors to ensure a clean, timely year-end audit
- Prepare and present monthly financial reports
- Oversee timely payment of utility bills, vendor invoices, and tax levies
- Maintain general bookkeeping, cash controls, and records of prepaid assets
- Support improvements to the accounting system and internal controls and assist with other tasks as assigned by the Senior Finance Officer
What they are asking for
- Proven experience in finance or accounting, preferably in an NGO or nonprofit organisation
- Strong financial reporting, bookkeeping, and reconciliation skills
- Good understanding of statutory deductions and financial compliance
- Strong attention to detail, organisation, and time management
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