Finance Officer

Job Type: Three (3) years fixed-term contract, renewable based on performance and organizational needsRemuneration: Attractive and commensurate with experience, in line with PPFN salary scaleBenefits: Inclusive of allowances, statutory deductions, health insurance, and necessary work tools

Your Role:Manage all financial operations of the regional office, including budgeting, expenditure tracking, cash management, and bank reconciliations.Prepare and monitor project budgets in line with approved workplans and donor agreements.Ensure compliance with PPFN financial policies, donor requirements, and Nigerian financial regulations.
Process payments, manage imprests and advances, and ensure proper documentation and authorization of all financial transactions.Produce timely and accurate financial reports for donors, management, and internal review.
Support programme teams with financial planning, cost control, and budget utilization tracking.Coordinate financial audits and respond to audit queries in collaboration with the national finance team.
Maintain proper financial records, filing systems, and asset registers for the regional office.Provide financial guidance to clinic managers and project staff to strengthen accountability and cost-effective service delivery.

What You Bring:Proven experience in financial management, preferably within an NGO, development, or donor-funded environment.Strong knowledge of budgeting, financial reporting, cash flow management, and internal controls.
Experience working with donor funds and compliance requirements (e.g., UN agencies, international NGOs, or development partners).High level of accuracy, integrity, and attention to detail in financial management.
Ability to analyse financial data and support programme teams in making informed decisions.Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Strong organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills.Commitment to transparency, accountability, and PPFN’s mission of advancing sexual and reproductive health and rights

Requirements:Bachelor’s degree or H.N.D in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (a Master’s degree or professional certification such as ICAN, ANAN is an added advantage).Minimum of 5 years’ progressive work experience, including at least 3 years in an NGO or donor-funded environment.Proven experience in budgeting, financial reporting, cash management, internal controls, and audit coordination.Strong understanding of donor compliance and financial regulations, especially those of international donors and UN agencies.Experience working with multi-project and multi-funding sources in a regional or field office setting.
Knowledge of Nigerian financial regulations, tax, and statutory requirements.Ability to support programme and clinic officers with financial planning, cost control, and budget tracking.High level of integrity, accuracy, and accountability in financial and administrative management.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and accounting or financial management software.

METHOD OF APPLICATION:Suitably qualified candidates are invited to submit the following:A one-page letter of application, clearly stating motivation and justification for applying.A comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) of not more than three (3) pages.
A personal contact address (P.O. Box not acceptable).Applications should be sent no later than two weeks from the date of publication to the appropriate email address below, with the subject line as indicated:
Subject Line: Application – Finance Officer, North Central RegionEmail: fonc@ppfn.org

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