EngenderHealth works worldwide to improve the lives of individuals by making reproductive health services safe, available, and sustainable. We provide technical assistance, training, and information, with a focus on practical solutions that improve services where resources are scarce. We believe that individuals have the right to make informed decisions about their reproductive health and to receive care that meets their needs. We work in partnership with governments, institutions, and health care professionals to make this right a reality.
Fistula Care Plus is a five year project funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and managed by EngenderHealth in collaboration with partners. It seeks to increase access to quality treatment services for obstetric fistula, improve prevention, strengthen the environment to support prevention, treatment and reintegration services, and to conduct research to improve the quality of services.
JOB SUMMARY:
Based in Abuja and directly supervised by the Project Accountant, the Finance Assistant will work closely with other staff to ensure proper management of the office finance and operations activities.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under the direction of the Project Accountant, the Finance Assistant will be responsible for the following tasks:
• Assist in processing payments by ensuring documents for payment are complete, in line with the provisions of EngenderHealth SOPs; and preparing the related Payment Vouchers and writing checks as instructed by supervisors.
• Maintain a register of documents received in the Accounts unit from other staff members and units.
• Maintain a register of documents sent out of the Accounts Unit.
• Track the turnaround time of requests processed by the Accounts Unit by maintaining a tracker in the J: Drive (Common Drive).
• Primarily responsible for posting Petty Cash transactions into Quickbooks.
• Work closely with the Project Accountant to ensure and operate an efficient filing system for all EH Nigeria financial transactions.
• Provide Finance support at EngenderHealth organized meetings, workshops and trainings.
• Assist with internal audits and annual external audit by maintaining all supporting documentation for quick reference.
• Assist in Reviewing Travel authorization forms & Travel Expense form submitted by staff for processing.
• Assist in the remittances of PAYE to FIRS & Pension to PFAs.
• From time to time, may be required to carry out spot check, review and reconciliation of the Petty Cash, Office Consumable Store, vehicle log books and Generator log books.
• Other duties as may be assigned by supervisors.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & CERTIFICATIONS:
• BSc. or HND in Accounting, Business Management, Financial Management or related field.
• Minimum 2 year relevant work experience.
• Experience working in NGO is preferred.
• Experience working with a USAID supported project will be an advantage
• In-depth knowledge of MS Excel is mandatory.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• Excellent coordination and time management skills, and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Willingness to work under pressure and ability to work under minimum supervision.
• Ability to effectively work in a team.
• Ability to travel when required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English language.
• Working knowledge of Quickbooks
EngenderHealth provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, in accordance with applicable and local laws.
EngenderHealth complies with applicable local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
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