Audit Analyst at FHI 360

FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research and technology - creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Audit Analyst

Location: Abuja

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for the collection, review and retention of contractually required financial audits of FHI 360's grantees including US based Single Audits (OMB A 133) and Foreign Subrecipient audits of USAID programs
• Share responsibilities as point of contact for 3rd party audits of FHI 360's projects managed at HQ and in non-US locations
• Advise staff in providing documentation and reports for 3rd party audits according to the contract provisions
• Review Single Audit and other financial audit reports to comply with US Government and FHI 360's grantee monitoring procedures
• Read draft and final audit responses for soundness and adequacy; ensure comments provided effective and cost efficient resolutions that address the underlying cause
• Identify audit results requiring further review and follow-up
• Recommend actions to limit FHI 360 's risk exposure and document actions taken
• Download data from various accounting reporting systems
• Combine and analyze large volume of data utilizing MS Excel V-lookup formulas, pivot tables and mail merges
• Obtain certification letters from grantees
• Communicate with FHI 360 Project staff and grantees
• Confirm US based nonprofit organization status and contact details
• Track and document grantee monitoring procedures using SharePoint or other database
• Implement improvements to current process
• Potential position advancement to supervisory role

Accountabilities:

• Has or obtain a thorough knowledge of external regulations as well as internal corporate policies and procedures.
• Has adequate knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Interprets and applies principles, contractual and regulatory requirements, and evaluates the impact of policies, procedures and practices.
• Work includes accumulating data, summarizing information into presentable reports/forms, and discerning valid from invalid data comparisons.
• Ability to communicate clearly in both oral and written form.
• Use systems to produce reports, financial models and databases.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Evaluate audit findings recommendation for adequacy and appropriateness.
• When reading audit findings, consider the system of controls and recommend appropriate actions.
• Analyzes and compiles moderately complex data.
• Delivers formal presentations suited to the characteristics and needs of the audience; educates relevant parties regarding procedures, potential impact, and needed plan of action to address audit findings.
• Ability to travel is less than 10%

Qualifications and Requirements

•  BSc degree in Finance, Accounting and Business Administration or its recognized equivalent and 5-7 years of progressive responsible financial analysis experience.
• Certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or equivalent is desirable.
• Proficiency in spreadsheet software required.
• Non-governmental organization (NGO) experience preferred.
• Some experience in providing written responses and action plans to financial audit findings.
• Experience communicating with internal/external auditors.
• Must demonstrate excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• Experience reading Single Audit (OMB A 133) or other financial audit reports desired, not required.
• Knowledge of French language is an added advantage.

Remuneration
The following is a summary of fringe benefits provided by FHI 360 to eligible employees:

Core benefits:

• Comprehensive medical plans (PPOs)
• Dental insurance
• Vision coverage
• Group life and AD&D insurance
• Health savings account
• Long-term disability
• Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Dependent life insurance
• Business travel insurance
• Supplemental personal accident insurance
• Supplemental disability
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation, sick and parental leave
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Pension plan

Other benefits (will vary depending on work location):

• Public transportation program
• On-site fitness center
• Local credit union membership
• Health and wellness program
• Employee assistance program
• Qualified tuition programs (529 plans)
• Bicycle subsidy
• Legal assistance plan
• Pet insurance

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note: The above job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.