Finance Officer at IDH Nigeria

IDH seeks to transform markets and enable businesses to create value for people and planet. IDH brings stakeholders together from across global value chains, to innovate and invest in solutions for sustainable and inclusive international trade. In 15 years of operation, IDH has mobilised private sector investment and support for new business models creating better jobs, better incomes, a better environment, and gender equity for all.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Finance Officer

Location: Nigeria

Job Description

• We are excited to be searching for a proactive and result-oriented Finance Officer with an interest in Value Chain sustainability to join our team, and we hope it’s you!

Your Role

• As a Finance officer, you’re the backbone of our country office operations - ensuring financial integrity, driving efficient program delivery, and keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes. 
• From budgets to compliance, you’ll play a key role in supporting both the strategic and day-to-day financial and administrative functions that help our work make real impact on the ground.
• The position is based in Lagos, Nigeria with regular travels to project sites spread across Nigeria.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyse financial statements (P&L and Balance Sheet) 
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting to management and stakeholders 
• Monitor Financial performance against budgets and forecasts 
• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts 
• Monitor Expenditure and ensure compliance 
• Reconciled accounts to ensure accurate financial records
• Manage cash flows to ensure liquidity for operational needs
• Implement and maintain strong financial controls to prevent fraud/errors 
• Ensure compliance with donors and regulatory financial requirements
• Implement financial policies and procedures 
• Manage and coordinate the accounts payable process, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments. 
• Manage annual audit cycles and ensure the timely delivery of audit reports to donors. 
• Manage day-to-day financial operations and ensure sound financial management in the country office

Requirements
What you bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent work experience) in Finance, Accounting, Business Economics, or a related field. 
• 2–5 years of experience in finance and accounting in an international organization 
• Professional certification in finance or proven work experience. 
• Experience with financial management, Analysis, and reporting in international organizations. 
• Strong ability to interpret financial data and provide insights.
• Experience using accounting software (e.g., SpendCloud, Exact).
• Understand tax laws (PAYE, VAT, WHT) and financial regulations. 
• Ability to develop, monitor, and analyse budgets. 
• Strong knowledge of financial statements, reconciliations, and reporting standards (IFRS, GAAP). 
• Full professional proficiency in English; proficiency in another widely spoken language is an asset. 
• Strong Excel skills. 
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Who you are:

• You have a critical mindset marked by exceptional accuracy and attention to detail, ensuring your work is consistently thorough and reliable. 
• Your strong sounded Finance person who can manage tasks efficiently, keeping efficient track and meeting deadlines including financial reports, expense, and budget. 
• By embodying these competencies, you consistently deliver high-quality, driving meaningful results with precision and integrity.

We Offer You
A challenging, pivotal role within an impacting, international organisation – and: 

• A full-time (40 hours) 1 year contract initially, with the intention to extend (as this is a permanent position). 
• Supplementary life, kidnapping and health insurance coverage. 
• Allowance including Telephone credits (provided in kind), Transportation allowance. 
• Equipment provided (laptop).

Application Closing Date
4th May, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note

• Note that if successful, you’ll be working in Lagos, Nigeria, and will need a valid work permit to be eligible for the role.
• For questions about this position, please contact Phat Nguyen our corporate recruiter, at phatnguyen@idhtrade.org
• Interested candidates should send their Motivation Letter and Resume (maximum 2 pages) in English.
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• Please note that the application link may close earlier if we receive a sufficient number of applications to proceed with the selection process.