Call for Application: Finance Assistant

POSITION: Finance Assistant 

NUMBER OF OPENINGS: One (1)

Qualification: BA/BSc/HND

LOCATION: Lagos

Job Type: Full-Time

Employment type: Contract

Duration: Two years

GENERAL FUNCTIONS
The Finance Assistant will ensure maintenance of adequate financial integrity in supporting quality and timely data input for the generation of financial reports, review and analyze accounting ledgers. S/he will be responsible for providing technical finance expertise and advice to the organization to ensure the complete accuracy of all finance transactions. S/he will also contribute to strengthening the internal control and accounting systems of Devatop Centre for Africa Development and partner organizations.

Responsibilities: 

• Assist in daily financial operations including cash management, payroll processing, and financial disbursements.
• Enter and maintain accurate financial records for projects and organizational activities.
• Support budget preparation, analysis, and financial reporting processes.
• Monitor program expenditures to ensure proper fund utilization within the fiscal year.
• Help prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Reconcile bank statements and track financial transactions Process expense reports, vouchers, and manage office budgets Perform banking activities, tax filing assistance, and submission of financial documents.
• Ensure compliance with government financial regulations including tax and pension requirements.
• Maintain comprehensive digital and physical records of financial documents.
• Perform general bookkeeping duties and documentation.
• Support the improvement of accounting systems and internal controls.
• Assist in audit preparation and documentation.
• Coordinate with external vendors and service providers Support accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
• Prepare other periodic financial reports as may be requested. 
• Perform other duties as required by the employer.

 Qualifications for Finance Assistant

• At least one year of experience in finance/accounting within the nonprofit sector.
• Proficient in the use of Quickbook and Excel. 
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Sharp attention to detail and extraordinary multitasking ability.
• A reliable and diligent worker.

Educational Qualification:

–  A Bachelor’s degree in finance and accounting management is required.    

– Minimum of 1 year of work experience in a finance officer or accountant position, preferably in the NGO sector.

– Membership of a reputable Professional Accountancy body such as ACCA, CIMA, or CPA.

To Apply: Click Here to submit your application

Application Deadline: Ongoing until positions are filled up.

Note: 

• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
• Applications are reviewed in the order of arrival, and we reserve the right to close the advert before the term initially indicated if suitable applications are received. 
• This organization does not charge any fees for the submission of job applications and interviews.
• Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

About Us:  Devatop Centre for Africa Development is one of the leading tech-driven human rights organization dedicated to the promotion and protection of human rights, with a focus on combating human trafficking, gender-based violence, child abuse, and exploitation. Since our establishment in 2016, we have been at the forefront of creating sustainable solutions to address the challenges faced by vulnerable populations in Africa.