Finance Coordinator at Search for Common Ground (SFCG)

Search for Common Ground (SFCG) is an international non-profit organization that promotes the peaceful resolution of conflict. With headquarters in Washington, DC and Brussels, Belgium, Search’s mission is to transform how individuals, organizations, and governments deal with conflict - away from destructive approaches towards cooperative solutions. With more than 600 staff worldwide, Search implements projects in more than 30 countries across the globe.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Finance Coordinator

Location: Sokoto
Duration: 24 months

Position Summary

• The Finance Coordinator will report to the Country Finance Manager. He/she will oversee the financial aspect of the project by ensuring that accounts are up to date and that the grant meets the requirements of both the funders and SFCG. S/He will maintain accounting systems, provide financial analysis and other key management reports, and provide assistance with budget preparation.
• S/he will directly supervise the Finance Assistant and ensure the finance support function is effectively delivered.
• S/He will review procurement supporting documentation and conduct periodic compliance reviews. In addition, s/he would handle preparation of the consolidated Monthly Financial Reports, carry out account reconciliations and prepare Budget vs Actual reports for monthly review with Project Managers
• The ideal candidate will have proven experience in financial and grant management in the INGO and nonprofit sectors, financial statement preparation and analysis, accounting system implementation, design, and workflows.
• She/he will work closely with the Head of Program Implementation and the Project Manager, as well as with the Finance Team Lead in Abuja.

Major Duties and Responsibilities
Financial Management:

• Ensure proper documentation of transactions are kept in line with financial policies;
• Ensure all financial documents are stored in hard copies and backed up by scanning into our backup system
• Supervise and maintain SEARCH cash management, optimal bank balance, and bank reconciliation
• Monitoring of funds to ensure availability for disbursements
• Ensure timely reconciliation of bank accounts, advances, partner accounts, accruals, payroll, and severance, and ensure that data in books match data in the system (GP) on a monthly basis
• Correspond with local bank and donors on all financial operational matters
• Ensure regulatory reports and Tax obligations are properly prepared and timely reported
• Prepare Monthly Financial Reports (MFR) for review by the CFM and upload into the Global Finance system 
• Ensure the Balance Sheet is reviewed and a schedule of outstanding balances is prepared and sent to the CFA for review
• Prepare Budget Vs Actual Project reports and ensure monthly meetings are done with Project team
• Prepare and organize internal and external audits
• Ensure that Search and its partners have practices and policies that support easy audits
• Facilitate timely audits and responses to auditors, both local and at headquarters
• The position holder will conduct him/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Search and not jeopardize its mission and objectives;
• Any other function assigned to him/her by the Supervisor.

Key Internal Relationships:

• Country Finance Manager, Program Manager, and Head of Programmed Implementation.

Key External Relationships:

• Finance and Program staff and donors.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business Administration, or Accounting is required.
• Professional qualification in accounting (ACCA, ICAN, ANAN or equivalent)
• Minimum five years of relevant work experience within an NGO, of which three years should be working with EU and/or US government funds. Experience working within an international NGO is a strong advantage.
• Experience managing a portfolio of awards from multiple donors
• Experience preparing for internal audits and implementing audit recommendations
• Demonstrated ability to build capacity and lead training for staff and partners.
• Proven ability to be an effective supervisor of staff of varying levels of responsibility
• Proven ability in setting up and implementing accountability mechanisms
• Proven ability in financial planning and developing budgets for new business
• Excellent command of spoken and written English
• Mastery of Excel is a must
• Self-guided, strong organizational and planning skills
• Ability to work independently and under pressure
• Excellent communication, coaching and facilitation skills
• Ability to travel up to 30% within Nigeria.

Salary
N900,000 - N1,000,000 / month.

Application Closing Date
6th June, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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