Finance Manager at Nana Girls and Women Empowerment Initiative

NANA began in 2008 as a community-based initiative in Yauri Emirate to improve students’ academic performance by supporting teachers to provide extra lessons for those aspiring to higher education. In response to rising youth unemployment, NANA expanded its focus to provide financial support for youth and women to grow their businesses, later partnering with a registered microfinance bank for loan management. Registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission in 2015, NANA has since broadened its operations to Birnin Kebbi and Sokoto states. The organization champions innovative and cost-effective interventions that empower women and girls, guided by values of integrity, equity, and justice. NANA’s strength lies in its deep local knowledge, understanding of gender dynamics, and strong partnerships with government, religious, and traditional institutions.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Finance Manager

Location: Sokoto
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities
Financial Management and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records in line with organizational and donor policies.
• Prepare timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for management and donors.
• Track and analyze expenditures to ensure compliance with approved budgets.
• Develop and maintain effective internal control systems to safeguard organizational assets.

Budgeting and Planning:

• Lead the preparation of annual budgets in collaboration with program and operations teams.
• Support proposal development by preparing budget inputs and financial projections.
• Monitor budget performance and provide variance analysis with recommendations.

Donor Compliance and Grants Management:

• Ensure all financial activities comply with donor regulations and contractual obligations.
• Review and validate project financial reports before submission to donors.
• Support program teams in financial planning, cost allocation, and grant utilization.
• Maintain proper documentation for all donor-funded activities.

Cash Flow and Asset Management:

• Manage cash flow to ensure sufficient liquidity for program and operational needs.
• Oversee bank reconciliations, payments, and petty cash management.
• Ensure proper management of organizational assets and inventory.

Audit and Compliance:

• Coordinate both internal and external audits and ensure timely implementation of audit recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with statutory obligations, including tax filings and pension remittances.
• Update and enforce financial policies and procedures to align with best practices.

Capacity Building and Supervision:

• Supervise and mentor finance staff to strengthen financial management capacity.
• Conduct regular training for program and operations staff on financial compliance and donor requirements.

Strategic Financial Support:

• Provide financial insights to management for decision-making and sustainability planning.
• Support leadership in developing strategies for resource mobilization and financial sustainability.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master’s degree is an added advantage).
• Professional accounting qualification (ICAN, ACCA, or equivalent) preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in financial management within the NGO or development sector.
• Strong knowledge of donor financial regulations (e.g., USAID, EU, UN, FCDO, etc.).
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks) and MS Excel.
• Demonstrated experience in grants management, budget monitoring, and donor reporting.

Required Abilities/Skills:

• High integrity, accountability, and ethical standards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication and leadership skills.
• Commitment to the mission and values of the organization.

Application Closing Date
7th November, 2025.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidate should forward their CV to: recruitment@nana-ng.org using the position as the subject of the email.