Senior Finance Officer at AIDS Prevention initiative in Nigeria (APIN)

AIDS Prevention initiative in Nigeria (APIN) is a non-governmental donor-funded organization dedicated to the prevention, treatment, care and support of diseases of public health importance in Nigeria, induding HIVIAIDS, tuberculosis and malaria, among others. Since 2001 we have worked dosely with key stakeholders to reduce the burden and mitigate the impact of those diseases through cutting edge, innovative & sustainable approaches

We are seeking suitably qualified candidates to apply to assume the following position:

Job Title: Senior Finance Officer

Location: Ibadan

The Person
The Senior Finance Officer will have responsibility for monitoring financial transactions to ensure adherence to financial regulations and achieve efficient utilization of financial resources as well as to track, analyze and report on financial transactions and budget implementation.

Job Responsibilities

• Monitor financial transactions at the sites, including reviewing financial transactions for compliance with the programme’s financial and administrative policies, and rendering report on findings
• Implement APIN’s financial and administrative policies, including coordination and control of the office budget
• Track budget implementation for the office and programme sites
• Review monthly financial summary reports and quarterly financial statements of the programme sites
• Prepare monthly financial report of the programme office
• Manage PAYE tax remittance and liaise with tax authorities on tax matters
• Manage the payment of insurance premium and liaise with APIN’s insurers on insurance matters
• Maintain records of fixed asset by updating the fixed asset register
• Review staff travel and other advances, carry out age-long analysis and prepare bi-weekly report

Qualification and Experience

• A B.Sc. or HND in Accounting or any related disciple, with a relevant professional qualification (ACA or ACCA) and a minimum of seven years’ experience in the Finance function of a best-practice organisation, preferably in an NGO

Technical and Behavioural Competencies

• Ability to use the QuickBooks Accounting software
• Nose for details
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to consistently demonstrate a high level of integrity and responsibility
• Good oral and written communication skill
• Report writing skill

Application Closing Date
15 November, 2012.

Method of Application
Qualified and interested applicants should Click Here to complete an online application form. They should also upload their CV, which must contain a suitability statement, highlighting how their knowledge, skills and experience make them suitable for the position, and addressing the person specifications listed against the position. The statement should not exceed a page and must appear on the first page of the CV, which must be saved in Microsoft Word and as applicant’s name.

Late applications will not be considered and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Computer literacy and skills in usage of personal productivity tools (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, internet browsing, etc.) are essential for this position; and candidates must be willing to do a considerable amount of local travel, as may be required.

APIN offers very competitive terms of employment and is an equal opportunity employer. Women who are qualified for the positions are therefore encouraged to apply.