Finance Officer At Center For Advocacy Transparency And Accountability Initiative (CATAI)

Daniel Eyika NGO/Non-Profit February 26, 2024

Background.

Center for Advocacy, Transparency and Accountability Initiative (CATAI) was established in 2018 a registered NGO with Head Office in Maiduguri – Borno State, with offices across Yobe and Adamawa state. We have been visible in Borno Adamawa and Yobe states implementing projects in Education, Protection (Child /GBV), WaSH, Nutrition, Empowerment/Livelihood, Governance and Peace Building. Our approach is aligned with our mission to enhance services delivery and empower citizens, through our Humanitarian, Development, and peace building nexus (HDP).

We are recruiting to fill the position below: –

Position: C

No. of positions: 1

Reports To: Finance/Admin Manager

Duty Station: Maiduguri Contract Terms: 1 year fixed Term

Job-Purpose/Description:
The purpose of the Finance Officer (FO) role is to work with the Finance Manager (FM) and assist to account, monitor, control, manage and report NHF funds and budgets at the country level through results-based project management and risk management. The Finance Officer will be under the direct supervision of CATAI Finance Manager (FM) in Borno.

In her/his capacity as Finance Officer, s/he is responsible to ensure that all NHF project expenses are implemented in accordance with the Project Agreements and accounts maintained in line with CATAI policies and procedures and comply with donor contractual obligations. Responsible to the Finance Manager. Works closely with the Project Managers Ensure that all CATAI’S internal controls and other financial procedures are adhered to and fully implemented Ensure that all CATAI’s NHF financial transactions (bank, cash, accruals) are properly recorded in accordance with CATAI’s policy Maintain an inventory list of all office equipment and fixed assets Ensure compliances with CATAI finance policies, standards, procedures, and government Tax requirements Ensure that the requirements of the Donors are followed Ensure that all accounting operations (Both CATAI and Partner) are submitted, reviewed, and entered into QUICKBOOKS promptly Ensure the branches have the necessary equipment and tools for bookkeeping/accounting. Assist to disseminate the Finance procedures and policies including the anti-corruption and fraud policies to the branches and to the project staff. Assist Finance Manager to follow up and implement of audit recommendations.

Manage all payments made, including: – Verification of the accuracy and appropriateness of invoices and other documents provided for payments Ensure that all relevant supporting documents are in place and that all CATAI policies and regulations have been followed Ensure payments reach the beneficiaries Record all bank transactions made in the accounting system provided Inform Project Managers and Partner Staff of specific donor regulations for procurement, distribution, and reporting Ensure that CATAI and Partner books and records, insofar as they relate to donor-funded projects, are kept in accordance with donor requirements Produce accurate and up-to-date reports using required formats Ensures that the cash count is made every end of every month (or as determined by the FM) Management of advances to staff (ensure that advances are accounted for over time and that no double advances are issued) Classification – Ensure that all financial documents are stamped “PAID” and classified in accordance with CATAI’s financial policies and practices

Job Competencies: Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in accounting Strong technical experience in book-keeping, accounting, and financial management Understanding of accounting issues in the charity/NGO sector Skills/Abilities: Excellent written and verbal communication in English language Planning, budgeting, monitoring and evaluation skills Communication and presentation skills Self-motivation Computer literate in MS-Word, Excel, Power point, etc Team player Initiative Attention to detail Ability to Priorities Task Good analytical skills Training and mentoring skill

Job Essential: Degree in Finance / Accounts or equivalent experience ACA / MBA / CA, ICAN, ANAN or equivalent is a plus

Values:

Exemplifying integrity and Accountability.
Demonstrating commitment to CATAI.
Embracing Cultural diversity.
Embracing change and strong commitment to result.

POLICY STATEMENTS:
Center for Advocacy Transparency and Accountability Initiative (CATAI) operates in an equal opportunity environment and has policies that actively encourage gender equality, diversity and social inclusion, Child Safeguarding, Adolescents and Youth Initiatives, PSEA, GBV, VAC and Fraud. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
CATAI does not Charge any fee to facilitate any recruitment process.

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