Mercy corps is involved in Alleviate suffering, poverty and oppression by helping people build secure, productive and just communities. we believe Communities are the best agents of their own change ,Local markets are the best engines of sustainable recovery and Success is built on the foundation of good governance.

Mercy Corps is currently recruiting for the position below:

Vacancy Title: Senior Finance Officer

Vacancy field: Finance/ Accounting

Vacancy Qualification: Bsc/ HND

Vacancy Type: Full Time

Vacancy Location:Abuja, Nigeria

Qualification: A university degree in Accounting is required.

Experience:

Four or more years of general ledger accounting experience is required.
Two years experience in the Finance Department of an international NGO is preferred.


Vacancy Description:

Department Functions

The MC Nigeria Finance Department is responsible for all financial functions, including accounting, payments and banking, payroll, budgeting, financial reporting, and grant financial management and compliance.
The MC Nigeria Finance Department ensures compliance with donor regulations as well as Mercy Corps’ internal policies and procedures. In its role as a support to the Program Department, the Finance Department provides timely reports and assistance to the Country Director and the Program team to ensure that financial resources are used efficiently and effectively.


Other Requirements:

Advanced computer skills in MS Office programs, particularly Excel
Prior management experience and strong organizational skills
Excellent oral and written English skills
Prior work experience in Nigeria and knowledge of the local dialect is a must
Demonstrated competency with computerized general ledger software


Job Summary

Working in the Finance Department under the direction of the Finance Manager, the Senior Finance Officer will ensure the accuracy and completeness of Mercy Corps accounting records and will have primary responsibility for managing the monthly accounting cycle.

Job Functions

Daily management of the assistant finance officer
Oversee daily cash count with the assistant finance officer
Coordinate the preparation and ensure the on-time submission of the monthly reporting package to HQ
Oversee the maintenance of all accounting records, ensuring that records are complete, accurate and safeguarded
Assist in the training and support of the finance officers in field offices, including answering daily questions, training new hires, making field visits, etc.
Monitor cash and bank balances and coordinate monthly cash flow requests from sub-offices; prepare consolidated country cash flow requests to HQ
Assist the Finance Manager in responding to audit inquiries
Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and to not jeopardize its humanitarian mission
Manage the month end accounting close process, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of the ledger, sub-journals and all supporting documentation in all country offices.
Primary responsibility for maintaining the general ledger software files, including set up and maintenance of new project accounts, regular back-up of files, etc.
Review sub-journals and upload data to the general ledger
Prepare revenue recognition entries and other final closing journal entries
Enter, post and maintain filing of monthly journal entries
Prepare month end balance sheet account reconciliations
Other duties as assigned.

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