Finance Assistant Job at Albarka Health Spring Foundation

Albarka Health Spring Foundation (AHSF) is a non-governmental organization dully registered with Nigerian government through Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC/IT NO: 91613). Existing since October 2016, AHSF focuses on improving the quality of life of vulnerable population across communities in North East Nigeria. AHSF operates both in emergency and developmental context and have its program principally rooted in identifying gaps that affects population or increases vulnerability of population and bridging those gaps through resource base planning and implementation.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Finance Assistant

Job Location: Maiduguri, Borno
Sector: Finance
Employment Type: Full-Time
Position Reports to:  Finance officer

Job Overview / Summary

• The Finance Assistant is responsible for essential accounting functions including accounts payable and receivable support, report reconciliation, fund tracking, month-end, and adjusting journal entries.  
• The Finance Assistant reports to the Finance officer.

Major Responsibilities
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Operate effectively in AHSF’s proprietary ERP financial accounting system and coach staff when questions arise.
• Process payments by a variety of methods – ACH, Online banking and Checks
• Review payment requests made in financial system by staff for accuracy; submit through workflow and post.
• Prepare a wide variety of month-end, financial close journal entries within mandated deadlines.
• Maintain accounting files and records in accordance with AHSF and donor requirements.
• Other projects and assignments as needed.
• Weekly Cash and Bank reconciliation.
• Prepare monthly PAYE and WHT payments and file appropriately.
• Prepare weekly deposit and customer payment journals to be posted to the financial system.
• Create aging reports for fee-for-service programs and follow up on unpaid invoices.
• Void checks as needed.
• Assist with internal and external audit inquiries and reporting.
• Contribute to the creation of a positive image and overall credibility of the organization, notably through the application of the organizations Code of Conduct, ethics, values and stand-point with regard to internal and external actors.
• Treat beneficiaries with dignity and apply AHSF Code of Ethics and Conduct, the UN Convention for the Elimination of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW) and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) in the field, including sensitizing Field Staffs and vendors/agents on such principles.

Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse:

• Actively promote PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse) standards within Albarka Health Spring Foundation (AHSF) and amongst beneficiaries served by Albarka Health Spring Foundation (AHSF).
• Any other duties that may be assigned from time by supervisors

Qualifications
Education:

• Bachelor's or HND in Business, Accounting or Finance preferred.  

Work Experience:

• Relevant professional experience in finance and accounting required; minimum of 2 years of experience strongly preferred.

Demonstrated Technical Skills:

• Ability to carry out work with a high degree of integrity and confidentiality.
• Self-starter with excellent problem-solving skills combined with the proven ability to multi-task, prioritize duties, and manage time effectively.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in work product.
• Demonstrated Managerial/Leadership Competencies:
• Languages Fluent in English, both spoken and written.

Computer/Other Tech Requirements:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook); ability to use the internet and other digital tools for data entry, research, and problem-solving purposes.
• Working knowledge of accounting software such as Microsoft Dynamics a plus.

Note

• AHSF is an Equal Opportunity Employer AHSF considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.
• The AHSF and AHSF workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in AHSF - Standards for Professional Conduct. These are Transparency, Accountability, Partnership, Integrity, Team work (TAPIT). In accordance with these values, the AHSF operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Anti Workplace Harassment, Fiscal Integrity, and Anti-Retaliation.
• Women are strongly encouraged to Apply.

Inclusivity Statement

• Albarka Health Spring Foundation is an equal opportunity programme that welcomes applications from qualified professionals. We are committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, care protected characteristics.
• As part of their adherence to the values of AHSFV, all AHSF Intern and Volunteers commit themselves to combat any form of discrimination, and to promoting respect for human rights and individual dignity, without distinction of a person’s race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other state.