Accounting and Finance Manager at Alliance for International Medical Action (ALIMA)

ALIMA is an international medical humanitarian organization founded in 2009. We provide quality healthcare to the most vulnerable populations in emergency situations across sub-Saharan Africa. ALIMA operates through partnerships with local NGOs and emphasizes proximity, innovation, and collaboration.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Accounting and Finance Manager

Location: Abuja (FCT)

Project: Abuja Coordination
Line Manager: Finance Coordinator
Technical Supervisor: HQ Accounting Manager
Line Management: Finance Supervisor, Project Admin Managers & Supervisors
Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Mission Monthly Accountancy Closure
• Ensure adherence to finance procedures
• Review and validate all financial entries and budget allocations
• Supervise monthly book closure and timely submission to Finance Coordinator
• Reconcile cash/bank balances monthly
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting documentation
• File and archive original documents (digital and physical)
• Upload shared costs and contract data into SAGA
• Perform monthly updates from Odoo to SAGA and ensure reconciliation

Grant Management and Budget Monitoring:

• Prepare and share monthly Budget Follow-Up (BFU) and Shared Costs
• Support budget holders in forecasting and line monitoring
• Analyze over/underspending and inform Finance Coordinator
• Ensure donor compliance and proper documentation archiving

Payroll and Tax Compliance:

• Ensure timely remittance of taxes (WHT, PAYE), pensions, and NSITF
• Support monthly payroll preparation and salary transfer processes
• Collaborate with HR on national staff budget allocation
• File expat salary advances and maintain SAGA records

Internal Collaboration:

• Liaise with Finance, Logistics, and HR departments
• Coordinate with field base teams and administrative units

External Liaison:

• Interact with banks, suppliers, tax offices, and financial service providers

Reporting:

• Prepare monthly financial reports and support the Finance Coordinator

Safeguarding and Protection:

• Promote awareness of ALIMA’s policies on abuse and protection
• Organize training and ensure adherence to safeguarding standards

Qualifications and Experience

• BSc in Accounting, Finance, or related field (MBA preferred)
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in Finance, Admin, HR, or Logistics
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.

Application Closing Date
15th June, 2025.

How to Applyy
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note

• Interested and qualified candidates should complete the application form and upload their CV and Cover Letter as a single document in either PDF or Word format.
• Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. The position may be closed before the
• If a suitable candidate is identified.
• Only complete applications (form submission with CV and Cover Letter) will be considered.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.