[Job Vacancy] Finance Manager, Nigeria at Resolve to Save Lives

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Resolve to Save Lives (RTSL) is a global health organization that aims to save millions of lives by reducing preventable deaths from cardiovascular disease and preventing infectious disease epidemics. Since September 2017, the Prevent Epidemics team at RTSL has been working closely with governments, the World Health Organization, the World Bank, and academic and other partners to strengthen national capacity to prevent, detect and respond to epidemic threats. Some key initiatives include Program Management for Epidemic Preparedness (PMEP) to grow institutional leadership and management capabilities and 7-1-7 to establish a global goal for early detection and response.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Finance Manager, NigeriaLocation: Abuja (FCT)Department: NigeriaEmployment Type: FTEMinimum Experience: Mid-level

Description 

The Finance Manager is responsible for handling all finance and accounting activities relating to the Resolve to Save Lives country office in Nigeria.
This is a full-time position based in Abuja.
The position primarily reports to the Country Director, Nigeria with a dotted line into the Global Finance Manager.

Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesFinance:Accounting:

Manage day-to-day financial operations of the Nigeria office
Accounts Payable including: reviewing for appropriate signatories and coding
Manage accounts receivable
Responsible for data entry of expenses into the accounting system
Processing fund request from grants managers/programs to headquarters
Manage grants accounting
Monitor and maintain petty cash and bank balances to ensure sufficient funds are available
Facilitate opening and maintenance of any needed bank accounts
Reconcile inter-company transfers, cash, bank, and credit cards

Reporting:

Prepare, analyze, and distribute monthly and annual financial statements in a timely manner
Prepare financial reports for donors based on their requirements
Ensure accounting practices and financial reporting are in compliance with applicable accounting standards (IFRS) and government regulations
Completion of tax reporting requirements as needed
Maintain compliance records such as audit reports and account statements

Budgeting and Financial Controls:

Monitor monthly actual to budget variances. Update the management team on a monthly basis of any financial and budget concerns
In coordination with global finance team, lead the annual audit process ensuring compliance with local and global regulations
Establish review processes to continuously improve financial accounting practices, and related policies and procedures
Work closely with the local operations manager to update, implement, and provide guidance on finance-related business policies
Effectively communicate and present critical financial matters to the Country Director and global finance team
Oversee other finance-related responsibilities as assigned
Oversee and lead annual budgeting process in collaboration with the Country Director
Administer and review all financial plans and budgets; monitor progress and changes; and keep senior leadership team abreast of the organization’s financial status
Manage organizational cash flow and forecasting
Maintain a robust financial management/reporting system with implementation of Sage Intact

Required Experience, Qualifications and SkillsQualifications:

Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field (eg, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration)
Excellent communication and relationship building skills with an ability to work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders
Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and dedication to the mission of Resolve to Save Lives
Advanced level of English preferred
Analytical mindset with strong attention to details
Ability to set priorities and problem-solve
Collaborative, dedicated team player with excellent organizational and coordination skills
This Vacancy Advertisement is open to only Nigeria Nationals
Computer skills:  Advanced Excel, Microsoft 365 Suite of software, accounting software, cloud software.

Experience:

Minimum eight (8) years of overall experience in finance, and minimum five (5) years working with a nonprofit organization in finance
Prior experience working in non-profit global development sector preferred
Solid understanding of general finance and budgeting and ability to apply concepts

How to ApplyInterested and qualified candidates should:Click here to apply