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Since 1971, Family Health International (FHI) has been at the forefront of public health research and intervention programs in the developing countries. In collaboration with national governments, local communities and leading research institutions, FHI delivers services and conducts research in HIV/AIDS, other infectious diseases and reproductive health to improve the lives and well-being of some of the world’s most vulnerable populations. In Nigeria, FHI is engaged in providing public health services and undertaking research in HIV/AIDS, TB and reproductive health, in partnership with the Government of Nigeria. To strengthen our operations in the country, we are seeking qualified candidates to fill the post of:

ACCOUNTANT (Shared Service Department) No. required (5)

Under the direction of the Senior Finance and Administrative officer, the Accountant shall assume responsibility for accounting in the Zonal office and ensure compliance with contractual financial requirements of the project.

Location:        FCT, Cross River, Bauchi, Anambra and Kano Zonal Offices

Job Responsibilities

    * Ensure accurate keeping of all books of account for the project, including checking account, equipment and supply registers and all accounting records
    * Work with the Senior Finance and Administrative Officer to lead the preparation of monthly and annual financial reports, including financial status of subproject account activities with accompanying bank documentation and receipts
    * Assist the Senior Finance and Administrative Officer in monitoring NGO subproject budgets in accordance with approved work plan activities.
    * Work with Senior Finance and Administrative Officer to analyze, develop, and monitor accounting/fiscal control procedures  and program budgets including monitoring cash flows and requesting for fund transfers  from FHI headquarters
    * Prepare financial reports for country office staff to monitor and track obligations and expenditures.
    * Assist the Senior Finance and Administrative Officer to provide training and backstopping on the MTX double entry accounting system.
    * Work with the Senior Finance and Administrative Officer to provide technical assistance to NGOs on accounting and financial matters.
    * Identify areas needing improvement, and provide necessary staff development and training.
    * Prepare written and verbal responses to inquiries and requests for budgetary information.

Minimum Requirements

    * University degree in accounting, finance, business administration or its equivalent.
    * Minimum of 3-5 years experience in accounting related to NGOs and community level programs, with increasing responsibility.
    * Possession of CPA, ACA ACCA or recognized equivalent is an added advantage
    * Familiarity with USAID-funded programs and non-governmental organizations in Nigeria

Method of Application

Interested candidates should forward their suitability statement (application) and resume (CV) as a single MS Word document on or before 26th June, 2009. To:

Sharedservicesjobs@ghain.org

Only applications sent electronically (i.e. by e-mail) with the job title and location clearly indicate as the subject of the mail will be considered, and only short listed candidates will be contacted.