Finance Officer at the Excellence Community Education Welfare Scheme (ECEWS)

The Excellence Community Education Welfare Scheme (ECEWS) is a leading and reputable indigenous non-governmental organization that promotes access to qualitative healthcare, Education and economic strengthening opportunities for all Nigerians. With its headquarters in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State with a corporate office in Abuja, ECEWS has presence in 17 States across the South-South, South East, South West and North Central Nigeria with a strong client portfolio with the Global Fund to fight against AIDS, TB and Malaria, United States agency for international development (USAID), United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (US CDC), The United Nations office of Projects, World Bank & Federal Government of Nigeria. Since its founding in 2001, ECEWS has built a vast network of health and allied professional staff, partners and collaborators which has earned her a solid reputation among its funders and is well regarded by competitors and partners alike.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Finance Officer

Location: Akwa Ibom
Project: ECEWS
Job Nature: Full Time

Job Description

Will assist in the management of the Project’s financial processes, reports, budgeting, and budget controls including preparation of monthly management accounts and annual statutory financial statements.
Maintenance of the general ledger of the accounting software – SAGE 300, while ensuring monthly reconciliation of all ledgers and sub-ledgers
Administering payments (preparation of payment vouchers, transfer instructions, etc.) and preparation of monthly bank reconciliation statements
Monitoring grant expenditures to ensure that program funds are utilized appropriately by the close of any reporting period.
Reviewing monthly financial reports from the sub-recipients and ensuring timely disbursements to state offices and sub-recipients.
Preparing monthly budget reports, including variance analysis and expenditure rates to identify relevant/expected implementation discrepancies.
Perform any other duties as assigned.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

B.Sc. or a Higher National Diploma in Accounting is required
ICAN or related professional accounting qualifications will be an added advantage.
A minimum of 5 years post qualification hands-on experience with an International Non- Governmental Organization (NGO) or grants operational environment is required.
Applicants should be able to work with minimal supervision and under pressure.
Good working knowledge of Sage 300 ERP, Microsoft 365 suite, etc.
Analytical mind and fluency in written and oral communication
Ability to relate with subordinates’ colleagues and supervisors.
Experience working in Enugu State will be an added advantage.

Salary
Competitive.

Application Closing Date
18th December, 2024.

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