Finance Officer at Society for Women Development & Empowerment of Nigeria (SWODEN)

Society for Women Development & Empowerment of Nigeria (SWODEN) is a non-discriminatory and not-for-profit Non-governmental organization. The organization was established in 1995 and registered with Corporate Affairs Commission to address current challenges faced by women and youth in accessing basic information and services at the community level that affects their development and also participation in policy development at both micro and macro level. Activities are drawn from their felt needs through grassroots participation and mobilization and use of community structures to ensure sustainability.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Finance Officer

Location: Jigawa 
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities
Financial Management & Reporting:

• Prepare and monitor project budgets, forecasts, and expenditures in line with donor requirements and organizational policies.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records using accounting software and tools.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for internal use and donor submission.
• Ensure timely reconciliation of bank accounts, petty cash, and project expenditures.
• Monitor cash flow and ensure adequate funds are available for project implementation.

Compliance and Risk Management:

• Ensure compliance with donor regulations, local laws, and organizational financial procedures.
• Support internal and external audits, and ensure timely resolution of audit findings.
• Identify financial risks and develop mitigation strategies in collaboration with the Project Manager.

Procurement and Disbursement Oversight:

• Work with procurement teams to ensure proper financial documentation and compliance with procurement guidelines.
• Oversee the preparation and disbursement of payments to vendors, staff, and partners.
• Ensure all financial transactions are supported with appropriate documentation.

Capacity Building and Support:

• Provide financial training and support to project staff and local implementing partners as needed.
• Support field teams in understanding and applying financial procedures and donor compliance.

Coordination and Representation:

• Liaise with finance departments at the head office, donors, banks, and other stakeholders as required.
• Attend project meetings and contribute to financial planning and decision-making.

Requirements and Qualifications
Education:

• A Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master’s degree or professional qualification (e.g. ACCA, ICAN) is an added advantage.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 - 5 years of experience in financial management in the NGO/humanitarian sector.
• Experience working on donor-funded projects (e.g. UN, EU, USAID, DFID) and understanding of donor financial regulations.
• Experience working in conflict or emergency contexts, ideally in northern Nigeria.

Skills:

• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g. QuickBooks, Sage) and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical, reporting, and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and integrity.
• Fluency in English; knowledge of Hausa is an advantage.

Application Closing Date
29th August, 2025.

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

Note

• SWODEN is an equal opportunity employer. Female candidates and persons from marginalized groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
• For more information about SWODEN, please visit our website www.swoden.org or contact us directly via email: swodeninfo@yahoo.com
• Thank you for your interest in working with SWODEN.