Palladium is a global leader in the design, development and delivery of Positive Impact – the intentional creation of enduring social and economic value. We work with governments, businesses, and investors to solve the world’s most pressing challenges. With a team of more than 3,000 employees operating in 90 plus countries and a global network of over 35,000 experts, we help improve economies, societies and, most importantly, people’s lives.
- Job Type: Full Time
- Qualification: BA/BSc/HND
- Experience: 3 years
- Location: Abuja
- Job Field: Finance / Accounting / Audit
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
General Responsibilities:
- Monitor participants payments and ensure timely disbursement of payments upon approval of the Chief of Party (COP).
- Monitor partner disbursements and ensure timely disbursement of payments upon approval of the COP.
- Liaise with the Finance and Operations Manager to troubleshoot project accounting issues as they may arise.
- Support the technical team on all relevant finance issues regarding project management.
- Reconcile project accounting and provide back-up documentation of all financial transactions into monthly or bi-monthly accounting package to home office.
- Maintain electronic accounting tracking mechanisms, per Palladium and USAID accounting standards.
- Conduct monthly audits of local expenditures as reported by the Field Office.
- Review all local expenses for billing purposes ensuring accuracy and completeness of GL codes.
- Ensure that approvals are made within appropriate Delegation of Authority (DoA).
- Produce accurate and timely financial reports and ensure the reduction of risks exposure to SCALE and Palladium at large.
- Maintain all accounting records on share point ensuring complete and accurate records.
- Check and ensure accuracy, validy and completeness of financial information before transactions are posted into the accounting system.
- Ensure timely, complete, and accurate accruals at month end for the project.
- Review monthly budget forecast reports to ensure accuracy.
- Other duties as assigned.
Budget Management:
- Oversee finance and accounting procedures.
- Review monthly budget reports to ensure accuracy.
- Indicate project activity numbers for billings and expenses so that management can input into budget tracking tool.
- Prepare monthly cash forecasts for Project Management Unit (PMU) and COP’s review and approval.
Procurement:
- Oversee the financial aspect of procurement of goods and services for the project, ensuring compliance with Palladium and USAID policies.
- Review invoices for local services for the project.
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum three (3) years of experience in finance and accounting, B.A. in Finance, Accounting or relevant field preferred.
- Microsoft Office Suite proficiency and the ability to operate spreadsheet and word-processing programs at a highly proficient level.
- Proactive problem-solving, decision-making, and good judgment skills.
- Demonstrated ability and commitment to manage confidential information.
- Attention to detail and ability to effectively and efficiently perform multiple tasks and balance competing priorities.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Ability to communicate effectively with managers, colleagues, service providers, and clients.
