Finance Officer at Community Engagement and Social Development Initiative (CESDI)

Community Engagement & Social Development Initiative (CESDI) is a non-governmental organization committed to the sustainable livelihood of under privileged women, children and youth. CESDI is duly registered with the Nigerian Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) since 2014. The Organization is involved in community development, capacity building, economic empowerment, social counseling, social mobilization, raising awareness/ education on health and conflict resolution/peace building initiatives.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Finance Officer

Location: Maiduguri, Borno
Employment Type: Contract

Job Description

• We are currently seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Finance Officer to join our team.
• The Finance Officer will play a crucial role in managing the financial activities of the organization, ensuring compliance with regulations, and supporting decision-making processes.
• The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial management, accounting principles, and budgeting.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and maintain financial transactions entered by the assistant account into the system to ensure the accuracy and up-to-datedness of program or project's financial records;
• Monitor expenses and budget to ensure no over-expenditure and take appropriate action to prevent it;
• In cooperation with project managers, create financial reports, such as income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, to show stakeholders the program's financial performance;
• Maintain and control the procurement application within CESDI;
• Support managers in collecting information for proposals, donor reports, and audits;
• Integrate new projects on Exact online and update any changes in coordination with the senior project manager. Non-technical responsibilities as CESDI staff
• Positively contribute to team discussions and the effective running of the organization;
• Cross-departmental collaboration, compliance with organizational policies and procedures including submitting monthly timesheets;
• Perform other duties and tasks, consistent with the skills and expertise, as required in non-routine circumstances.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA or equivalent professional certification is preferred.
• 5 years of relevant experience in financial management, accounting, or auditing.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial analysis, and reporting.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel. Experience with Quick books is a plus.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with diverse teams.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and ethical standards in financial management.

Application Closing Date
10th January, 2025.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter as one (1) MS Word Document or PDF to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.
Or
Submit hard copies of Application Letter and CV to:
Gombole Road, Adjacent NNPC Filling Station,
Giwa Barrack, Maiduguri,
Borno State, Nigeria.