Catering to Africans In Need (CAIN) is a Non-governmental organization focused on providing improved education and healthcare to the less privileged in our society.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Finance and Administrative Manager
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities
Finance Responsibilities:
- Prepare and manage budgets – Develop annual budgets, monitor expenditures, and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
- Maintain accurate financial records – Record transactions, manage ledgers, and oversee financial reporting.
- Generate financial reports – Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for management, donors, and regulatory bodies.
- Ensure regulatory compliance – File tax returns, process payroll, and ensure compliance with statutory requirements (eg, SCUML, FIRS, LIRS, pension, etc.).
- Manage audits – Liaise with external auditors, prepare audit documents, and implement recommendations.
- Oversee cash flow and bank reconciliations – Monitor bank accounts, manage petty cash, and ensure healthy liquidity.
- Support grant reporting – Track donor funds, prepare financial reports for grants, and ensure proper fund allocation.
Administrative Responsibilities:
- Office Management – Ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the office, including supplies, utilities and facilities.
- Staff Support and HR – Maintain personnel records, support onboarding/off-boarding, track leave and ensure policy compliance.
- Vendor and contract Management – Oversee procurement, manage service contracts, and ensure timely payments.
- Documentation and Compliance – Maintain up-to-date organizational documents, licenses, and policies.
- Support Leadership – Assist senior management with research, fundraising, strategic planning, execution, reporting, and evaluation of programs.
- Coordinate Logistics – Oversee travel, meetings, trainings, and other internal events.
- IT and Asset Management – Track office assets and support basic tech or liaise with vendors for support
- Ensure timely and effective communication across teams – Facilitate smooth internal coordination to drive efficient project and program delivery.
Requirements
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (minimum 2:1).
- Must have completed NYSC.
- 1 – 2 years of experience working in an Accounting or Audit firm.
- Strong understanding of accounting systems, budgeting, and compliance.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively engage a wide range of stakeholders, including partners, donors, staff, students, and volunteers.
- Patience and the ability to build positive and supportive relationships with adolescents.
- Excellent organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving abilities.
- High proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive) and other administrative software and tools.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Mandatory availability to work every Saturday to support program activities.
- A genuine passion for community impact and a strong commitment to empowering underserved children and youth through education.
Benefits
- Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
- 21 working days of paid vacation per year.
- 14 weekdays dedicated to professional development (conferences, workshops, seminars).
- Opportunities for career growth within a mission-driven organization.
- A supportive and impactful work environment focused on sustainable community development.
Application Closing Date
May 31st, 2025.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their CV and a compelling cover letter detailing their experience and motivation for joining CAIN Educational Foundation to: [email protected] using “Administrative & Finance Manager Application” as the subject of the email.
