Finance Assistant 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: Finance Assistant

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

Job Overview

• The Finance Assistant will support the finance team by ensuring accurate transaction recording, proper documentation, and smooth day-to-day accounting operations.
• The role is ideal for an early-career professional seeking hands-on experience in financial administration, accounting systems, and project documentation within a dynamic institutional environment.

Key Responsibilities
Accounts & Documentation Support:

• Receive, log, and verify all invoices, payment requests, and supporting documents.
• Post supplier invoices and other financial transactions into the accounting system (Sage 300) under supervision.
• Maintain a systematic, up-to-date filing system for vouchers, receipts, and related records (both physical and digital).
• Track outstanding invoices and assist in preparing payment batches for approval.

Cash & Expense Management:

• Support the management of petty cash, ensuring proper disbursement and replenishment procedures.
• Review and process staff expense claims and retirements, confirming that receipts and supporting documents are complete and compliant.
• Assist with bank deposit preparation and documentation of cash and cheque transactions.

Reporting & Audit Support:

• Retrieve and organize financial documents for reconciliations, audits, and donor reporting.
• Assist in monthly reconciliations of vendor accounts, cash advances, and petty cash balances.
• Support the Finance Officer in preparing periodic financial summaries or schedules as needed.

Team & Process Support:

• Maintain confidentiality and ensure all records comply with MOWAA’s financial policies and procedures.
• Provide general administrative support to the Finance Unit, including correspondence, filing, and logistics for finance activities.
• Contribute to process improvements and system updates to strengthen documentation and accountability.

Other Duties:

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience in finance, accounting, or administrative support.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial documentation.
• Experience with accounting software (Sage 300 preferred) and proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines under supervision.
• Integrity, reliability, and eagerness to learn within a professional environment.
• Strong sense of responsibility and confidentiality.
• Proactive and willing to take initiative in improving financial systems.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to professional growth and continuous learning.

Compensation & Benefits
Highly Competitive.

Application Closing Date
31st October, 2025.

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

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.