Finance Officer Job at Moment for Women Alliance

Moment for Women Alliance is a registered women and girls' rights organization dedicated to advancing the human right of young women and girls in Nigeria. Since founded, we have positioned ourselves to secure protection for women and girls' rights, end gender-based violence, and access to health with the focus on sexual and reproductive health services, policy advocacy & inclusive governance.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Finance Officer
Job Location: Sango Ota, Ogun
Employment Type: Full Time

Job Description

• The Finance Officer will be responsible for overseeing all financial activities, including budgeting, financial reporting, and compliance.
• This role requires a strong background in finance and accounting, excellent analytical skills, and a keen eye for detail. The ideal candidate will ensure our financial practices are sound, transparent, and aligned with our strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage annual budgets in collaboration with senior management.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, reports, and forecasts.
• Conduct financial analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Coordinate with external auditors and prepare for audits.
• Manage cash flow and oversee investment activities.
• Monitor financial performance against budget and report variances.
• Ensure compliance with all financial regulations and organizational policies.
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and general ledger functions.
• Implement and maintain effective internal controls and procedures.
• Provide financial advice and insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Collaborate with program managers to ensure financial alignment with project goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance / Accounting, or a related field. CPA or equivalent certification preferred.
• Minimum of 3 - 5 years of experience in finance or accounting roles.
• Previous experience working with a non-governmental organization (NGO) is required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Strong knowledge of financial management, accounting principles, and regulations.
• Proficiency in financial software and tools (e.g., QuickBooks, Excel).
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• The chance to be part of a mission-driven organization that empowers women.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their resume / CV and cover letter outlining their qualifications and why they are suitable for the position to: momentforwomen@gmail.com using the Job Position as the subject of the mail.

Note

• Moment for Women Alliance is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals, regardless of gender, age, race, ethnicity, religion, or disability.
• We thank all applicants for their interest in joining our team, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.