Director of Administration and Finance at Connexus Corporation

Connexus Corporation is an international development consulting firm that provides consulting services in the areas of finance and enterprise development. Connexus’ mission is to provide high quality global consulting services to transform international development and build local capacity. Connexus is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Director of Administration and Finance

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Opportunity Type: Full-Time Job

About the Opportunity

• Connexus is seeking experienced candidates for the position of Director of Administration & Finance (DAF) for the anticipated USAID/Nigeria Value Chain Activity. The DAF will be responsible for several key financial, administrative, and reporting functions for the Activity, including budgeting, planning, and forecasting; financial and regulatory reporting; internal controls and risk management; and compliance with Connexus and USAID policies and regulations. Note: this is a preliminary position description and may be clarified further after solicitation release.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all daily accounting, finance, operations, and logistics for the project’s field office.
• Assist with initial set-up and implementation of accounting and operations systems during project start-up and manage accounting and operations systems during close-out at the project’s conclusion.
• Oversee project office operations and facilities; supervise accounting, administrative, and support personnel.
• Prepare financial statements for the project on an as-needed basis (monthly, quarterly, bi-annually, annually).
• Ensure project office compliance with USAID rules and regulations and Connexus policies.
• Analyze Activity projections and reconcile with actual spending.
• Oversee payroll and ensure compliance with local Nigerian rules and regulations.
• Maintain the Activity’s financial and administrative records.
• Oversee financial and administrative aspects of local subcontractors, vendors, and grantees as applicable.
• Manage and track company equipment at project office, such as computers and vehicles.

Qualifications
Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field, and at least 10 years of progressively responsible experience managing and implementing accounting and operations systems for multi-faceted development projects.
• Demonstrated success managing and overseeing accounting and operations for USAID projects.
• Strong understanding of USAID requirements, policies, and procedures.
• Demonstrated, excellent written and spoken English skills; knowledge of other languages strongly desired.
• Prior experience in management positions, preferably for a project of comparable complexity and budget.
• Authorized to work in Nigeria.

Preferred:

• Master’s Degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field, and a minimum of seven years of progressively responsible work experience in managing and implementing accounting and operations systems for multi-faceted development projects.
• Knowledge of and prior experience managing accounting software (Quickbooks, Deltek, Costpoint, etc.).
• Nigerian citizen

Application Closing Date
15th March, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume and Cover Letter to: careers@connexus.email with “Staff Accountant - USAID/Nigeria Value Chain Activity” in the subject line.

Note: No phone calls, please.