Project Accountant at Museum of West African Art (MOWAA)

We are the Museum of West African Art. We are dedicated to the preservation of heritage, the expansion of knowledge and celebration of West African arts and culture. We are a catalyst for deepening connections between contemporary arts and culture and the rich cultural heritage of West Africa, and a centre of excellence creating opportunities for African and Diaspora artists and scholars. To do this, we provide exceptional infrastructure and programmes for the preservation, display, research, learning and exchange in arts and culture from a world-class campus in the heart of the historic district of Benin City, Nigeria.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Project Accountant

Location: Benin City, Edo
Employment Type: Full-time
Reporting Line: Director, Finance & Operations
Contract Duration: Indefinite, subject to performance

Job Overview

• The Project Accountant will play a key role in ensuring sound financial management and reporting across MOWAA’s project and programme portfolio.
• This role focuses on project budgeting, accounting, compliance, and donor reporting, ensuring that all funds are managed efficiently and in alignment with both internal policies and funder requirements.
• The position works closely with the Finance, Programs, and Development teams to deliver accurate, timely, and transparent financial information that supports effective decision-making and accountability.

Key Responsibilities
Project Accounting and Budgeting:

• Prepare and manage project budgets in collaboration with program leads and project managers.
• Maintain accurate financial records for all project-related income and expenditures.
• Track project costs against approved budgets, ensuring compliance with funder and institutional requirements.
• Support the preparation of donor financial reports, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
• Conduct periodic variance analysis and flag potential underspending or overspending for corrective action.

Grant and Donor Financial Management:

• Support pre-award budgeting and financial inputs for grant proposals.
• Manage post-award financial administration, including fund tracking, cost allocations, and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with grant conditions, donor agreements, and relevant financial regulations.
• Liaise with funders and auditors on project financial matters and provide supporting documentation as needed.

Financial Reporting and Control:

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual project financial statements and analysis for management.
• Maintain proper documentation and audit trails for all project transactions.
• Support audits and financial reviews by providing project-specific financial data and reconciliations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of financial processes and internal controls related to project accounting.

Collaboration and Capacity Support:

• Work closely with Finance and Program teams to ensure alignment of project delivery and financial management.
• Provide guidance to project leads on budget monitoring, eligible cost principles, and financial reporting standards.
• Participate in donor compliance and financial training initiatives within MOWAA.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline (ACA or equivalent certification preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years progressive experience in accounting, with strong exposure to project-based financial management.
• Demonstrated expertise in budgeting and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks) and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet tight deadlines
• Strong integrity and attention to detail.
• Solution-oriented, proactive, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work across diverse teams and stakeholders.

Benefits
Highly Competitive, subject to experience and credentials.

Application Closing Date
17th November, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter to: careers@wearemowaa.org using "Project Accountant" as the subject of the mail.

Note

• Candidates residing in Benin City and environs are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.