Finance Officer (Analyst) at Centre for Community Development and Research Network (CCDRN)

Centre for Community Development and Research Network (CCDRN) is a registered non-governmental organization (NGO) in Nigeria with its head office in Kaduna and field offices across Northeast and Northwest Nigeria. CCDRN partners with communities, philanthropists, government, and donors to provide sustainable community development services in conflict resolution, peacebuilding, livelihood, research, agriculture, health, nutrition, education, and governance.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Finance Officer (Analyst)

Location: Kaduna North, Kaduna
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports to: Executive Director

Scope of Work

• The Finance Analyst will analyze financial data and create financial modeling for decision-making.
• They will prepare financial forecasting, reporting, and operational metrics tracking.
• To provide accounting and book-keeping services to donors' operations and projects.
• Coordinate all regulatory and statutory filings.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform financial forecasting, reporting, and operational metrics tracking.
• Analyze financial data and create financial models for decision support.
• Report on financial performance and prepare for regular leadership reviews.
• Analyze past results, perform variance analysis, identify trends, and make recommendations for improvements.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Evaluate financial performance by comparing and analyzing actual results with plans and forecasts.
• Guide the cost analysis process by establishing and enforcing policies and procedures.
• Provide analysis of trends and forecasts and recommend actions for optimization.
• Recommend actions by analyzing and interpreting data and making comparative analyses; study proposed changes in methods and materials.
• Identify and drive process improvements, including creating standard and ad-hoc reports, tools, and Excel dashboards.
• Increase productivity by developing automated reporting/forecasting tools.
• Perform market research, data mining, business intelligence, and valuation comps.
• Ensure partner'saccounts are complete, current, and stored appropriately.
• Ensure timely & accurate invoicing and proper archiving of financial records.
• Ensure weekly accounts reconciliation for the benefit of the SMT.
• Produce quarterly and annual financial statements.
• Liaise with clients, auditors & tax consultants.
• Track CCCCDRN'sinancial status and performance to identify areas for potential improvement.
• Seek out methods for minimizing financial risk to CCDRN.
• Research and analyze financial reports and market trends.
• Provide insight and expectations to senior executives to aid in long-term and short-term decision-making.
• Present financial reports to board members, stakeholders, executives, and clients in formal meetings
• Stay up to date with technological advances and accounting software for financial purposes.
• Establish and maintain financial policies and procedures for CCDRN.
• Understand and adhere to financial regulations and legislation.
• Perform any other duty commensurate with the position.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree (minimum of Second Class) in Accounting, Banking, and Finance or related courses
• Previous work experience in a similar role; superior mathematical skills
• Extensive understanding of financial trends both within the company and general market patterns
• Experience in financial reporting for non-profit organizations
• Proficient user of Excel and QuickBooks, etc.

Required Competencies, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Understanding of data privacy standards
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
• Able to manage, guide and lead employees to ensure appropriate financial processes are used.
• A solid understanding of financial statistics and accounting principles
• Working knowledge of all statutory legislation and regulations
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and management skills
• Good problem-solving and independent thinking skills.
• Ability to work well with senior management, colleagues, and the public.
• Excellent skills in facilitation, team building, and coordination.
• Ability to plan, schedule, and monitor work to meet deliverables on time.
• A high degree of trustworthiness, discretion & confidentiality
• Willingness to travel to any part of the country (Especially Northeast - Nigeria).

Application Closing Date
10th February, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter in one email attachment to: hr@ccdrn.org using the Job Title and Location as the subject of the email

Note

• Late applications will not be considered.
• Please clearly indicate the Position and State it in the subject line of your mail.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage women to apply.