Financial Services

Finance Officer At Fhi 360

FHI 360·Abuja, nigeria·Full Time·Contract
Financial ServicesFull TimeContract
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Position Summary

  • Under the supervision of the Finance Manager, the Finance Officer will oversee accounting functions within the Country office, Abuja and ensure full compliance with the contractual and financial requirements of all EpiC projects.
  • The role will provide strategic financial management, analysis, reporting, audit support, effective budget monitoring, donor compliance oversight, and technical assistance, including capacity strengthening of partner institutions and health facilities across EpiC supported states on Liquid Oxygen (LOX) projects.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Transactions and Compliance:

  • Lead the collation, review, processing, and upload of financial transactions in compliance with organizational policies, donor requirements, and accounting standards using DPA, GFAS, or Microsoft Navision.
  • Ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to approved payment and documentation procedures.
  • Assist the Finance Manager in conducting post-reviews of completed financial transactions to ensure compliance and audit readiness.
  • Support month-end financial procedures, including reconciliations, schedules, and statutory remittances, ensuring timeliness and accuracy.

Budget Monitoring and Financial Reporting:

  • Support monitoring of project budgets in line with approved work plans and donor agreements.
  • Analyse periodic expenditures and support preparation of regular and ad hoc financial reports.
  • Assist with project pipeline preparation and ongoing budget monitoring to ensure effective cost control.
  • Support coordination and tracking of all program finance deliverables for EpiC projects.

Audit and Assurance Support:

  • Support internal and external audits and financial reviews through timely retrieval, review, and submission of required documentation.
  • Respond to audit queries and assist with preparation of audit schedules.
  • Support implementation and tracking of audit recommendations across EpiC projects.

Technical and Operational Finance Support:

  • Provide technical finance support to EpiC finance activities, including data collection and entry, compliance tool testing, and documentation management.
  • Support notetaking, report writing, and follow-up communication related to finance and compliance activities.

Administrative and Logistics Support:

  • Assist with coordination of logistics for workshops, trainings, meetings, and field activities in collaboration with program and operations teams.
  • Work with the travel unit to coordinate project drivers and ensure proper management of vehicle movements, fuel records, and log sheets.
  • Support office operations, including office management, asset tracking, and inventory management, in collaboration with the operations team.
  • Facilitate liaison between program staff and external stakeholders on administrative and financial matters.

Coordination and Other Duties:

  • Provide coverage for staff on leave and perform other related duties as assigned by the Finance Manager.
  • Support continuous improvement of finance and administrative processes in line with organizational standards.

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field with 3 - 5 years of relevant experience; or
  • Master's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field with 1 - 3 years of relevant experience.
  • Minimum of 1 - 3 years of accounting experience supporting international development or donor-funded programs.
  • Familiarity with DOS-funded programs and NGO operations in Nigeria is an advantage.
  • Professional certification (CPA, ACA, ACCA, or equivalent) is an advantage.
  • Demonstrated experience working effectively in multicultural environments.
  • Typical Physical Demands:
  • Typical office environment.
  • Ability to spend long hours looking at computer screen and doing repetitive work on a keyboard.
  • Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to lift/move up to 5 lbs.
  • Technology to be Used:
  • Personal Computer/Laptop, Microsoft applications (i.e., Office 365, SharePoint, Skype/Zoom/Teams), cell phone/mobile technology, and standard office equipment.
  • DHIS2/NHMIS tools, facility registers, and MNCH reporting tools.
  • Project dashboards and supportive supervision tools.

Required Skills and Qualifications Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes:

  • Sound knowledge of accounting principles and financial management, including budgeting, financial reporting, and analysis.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and provide informed recommendations.
  • High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks while meeting deadlines.
  • Knowledge of donor regulations and compliance requirements, particularly for DOS-funded projects.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain financial information to non-finance staff.
  • Proficiency in accounting and financial software, including Microsoft Navision, Excel, and related systems.
  • Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion in handling financial information.
  • Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic project environment.
  • Commitment to the mission, values, and principles of international NGOs, including diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Key skills

BA/BSc/HNDMBA/MSc/MAProfessional Certificate
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At a glance

Company

FHI 360

Location

Abuja, nigeria

Employment

Full Time

Experience

Valid until

Not specified

Created

August 10, 2026

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