Finance Officer

Company Description

Safeguarding Children Initiative (SCII) is a non-governmental organization operating in Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe States, dedicated to protecting and upholding the rights and dignity of children and their caregivers in marginalized communities. SCII collaborates with stakeholders to create long-lasting solutions that promote equity, diversity, and inclusion. With a mission to safeguard children, the organization aims to eradicate poverty and ensure children are safe, respected, and empowered to reach their fullest potential.

Role Description

The Finance Officer will handle financial operations and ensure compliance with organizational policies and regulations. Responsibilities include preparing financial statements, overseeing transaction records, producing accurate financial reports, and analyzing financial data to guide decision-making. This is a full-time, on-site role based in Maiduguri.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management

• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure proper documentation of all financial transactions.
• Prepare monthly financial reports, cash flow forecasts, and budget tracking reports.
• Manage petty cash and bank transactions, ensuring timely reconciliations.

Budgeting and Grants Support

• Support the development of project budgets and organizational budgets.
• Monitor project expenditures against approved budgets and flag variances.
• Support financial reporting requirements for donors and partners.

Compliance and Internal Controls

• Ensure compliance with organizational financial policies and donor regulations.
• Maintain proper filing of financial documents for audit and review purposes.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing required documentation.

Payments and Procurement Support

• Process payments to staff, vendors, and consultants in line with approval procedures.
• Verify supporting documents before payments are processed.
• Maintain vendor records and payment schedules.

Statutory and Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with Nigerian statutory requirements including taxes and regulatory filings where applicable.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Professional certification or progress toward certification (ICAN, ACCA, ANAN) is an advantage.
• Minimum of 2–3 years’ experience in finance, preferably within the NGO or development sector.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, and accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.

Skills and Competencies

• High level of integrity and accountability.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently in a start-up environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Method of Application

Interested candidates should submit their CVs and Cover letters in a single file (word or pdf) via this link https://forms.gle/cRQBx2kG63WpktmD7 . Applications will be on rolling basis.

Child Safeguarding

Safeguarding Children Initiative is committed to protecting children from all forms of abuse, exploitation, and harm. We have a zero-tolerance policy toward child abuse and expect all staff, volunteers, and partners to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be required to adhere to the organization’s Child Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct, and employment will be subject to satisfactory reference checks and relevant background screening.

Equal Opportunity Clause

Safeguarding Children Initiative is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, age, disability, ethnicity, religion, marital status, or socio-economic background. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage qualified individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Deadline for Application

20th March 2026

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