Finance Technical Assistant, Nigeria
Job Requisition ID: 20962
Location: Yola, Adamawa
Generic Responsibilities
- Adhere to NRC policies, tools, handbooks, and guidelines
- Ensure adherence with NRC policies, tools, handbooks and guidelines
- Implement delegated support function portfolio according to the plan of action
- Prepare and develop status reports as required by management
- Identify and share ideas for improvement of the Finance Team
Specific Responsibilities
Financial Operations & Cash Management:
- Ensure all financial transactions, cash handling, and payment processes comply with the Financial Handbook, organizational policies, donor requirements, and audit standards.
- Maintain accurate daily cash counts and ensure timely posting of all financial transactions into relevant cashbooks and bank ledgers).
- Safeguard office cash box and ensure proper cash custody procedures are followed at all times.
- Process payments to staff, vendors, contractors, and service providers in accordance with approved contracts, agreements, and organizational procedures.
- Facilitate and monitor bank transactions, including transfers to staff and vendors, while ensuring timely follow-up and reconciliation.
- Serve as the focal point between the Area Office and Field Offices regarding cash advances and banking related transactions.
- Monitor and clear staff advances while maintaining updated records of outstanding balances.
Financial Documentation & Archiving:
- Organize, maintain, and update financial records in both hard and soft copy formats.
- Ensure all finance documents are properly coded, stamped, filed, and archived in line with organizational and SSD guidelines.
- Scan and upload supporting financial documents accurately and in a timely manner.
- Prepare and provide supporting documentation required for audits and compliance reviews.
Reporting & Compliance:
- Ensure adherence to organizational policies, tools, handbooks, and operational guidelines.
- Support continuous improvement of finance processes by promoting efficiency and sharing ideas for operational enhancement.
- Carry out assigned duties in line with approved work plans and development objectives.
- Perform any other finance related duties assigned by the line manager.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field.
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience working in a finance or accounting role, preferably within an NGO environment.
- Good understanding of financial procedures, cash management, and banking operations.
- Proficiency in financial documentation and record management.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Flexibility and willingness to support colleagues and respond promptly to emerging needs.
Application Closing Date
27th May, 2026; 01:00 AM.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online