Supertouch Kindness Foundation (SKF) is a woman right and disability right non – governmental organization. A beacon of hope in North-East Nigeria and beyond.; we are a movement dedicated to ‘Empowering and Uplifting the
Underprivileged.’ Our mission is etched in the very fabric of our existence – to provide humanitarian and developmental services and unwavering support to those who need it most.
Core Values: Iintegrity, Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability to the affected population and Inclusion.
Vision Statement: SKF envisions an inclusive society characterized by Peace, Health, Education, and equal opportunities for all, regardless of their abilities or disabilities.
Mission Statement: To advance well-being, peace, and development, through advocacy, building of capacities, and providing humanitarian aid where it is most needed.” including the rights and well-being of people with disabilities.
Position: Finance Manager
Location: Northeast Nigeria
Location: Adamawa State, Nigeria (with travel as needed)
Report to: Program and Admin Director
Contract duration: 5 months fixed term contract with a possibility of extension
Description
Key responsibilities of this position will include management and oversight financial; financial reporting for donors; budget development and management; financial accounting and record keeping; and ensuring a high level of compliance, as well as transparency throughout all functions.
The Finance Manager will be the first point of contact for the headquarters staff in all daily finance- related questions and will effectively support all departments in their day-to-day operations.
We look forward to adding a detail oriented and thorough member to our team, who has the ability to take leadership on financial issues while maintaining a collaborative and communicative approach.
Responsibilities-Accounting
Work to amend and develop financial and accounting policies in line with donor compliance requirements.
- Work to amend and develop the financial guide of SKF to serve the quality of work.
- Ensure that the exchange is in compliance with the donor policy and exchange authorities.
- Training and qualification of cadres in the financial department and other departments with regard to any new updates in the financial policies and procedures.
- Giving the necessary warnings and clarifications to the management and department managers in everything related to financial matters.
- Matching and settling the SKF’s accounts and sending the accounting reports to the management on a monthly basis.
- Preparing for the financial audits and coordinating with the external auditors to meet the requirements of the audit process.
Cash management
Follow-up and registration of bank accounts.
- Follow-up and recording of donor payments.
- Establishing mechanisms for receiving funds from banks as needed.
Management and Planning
- Work with management to develop new program budgets.
- Work with management to plan regarding the center’s need for money and the volume of financial disbursements. Administrative follow-up of all matters related to the employees of the financial department. Ensure that the periodic needs are paid on time and review them when necessary.
Reports
- Provide information and submit it to the management on time.
- Prepare financial reports for the donors and the management.
- View forecasts of previous month’s expenses and actual expenditures to ensure managers can estimate costs accurately.
- Provide management with explanations of large discrepancies, when present.
- Ensure that all forms of monthly bank reconciliations are completed for all bank accounts of all offices.
- Keeping all work in clearly classified files, ready upon request.
- Submit a monthly report to the direct manager, including what has been accomplished during the month.
Job Requirements
- Considerable knowledge of financial management and accounting systems and processes.
- Comprehensive understanding of current accounting and tax legislation and accepted best practice.
- Ability to analyze, evaluate and present financial data into management reports and statements.
- Ability to develop and present operating budgets and cash flow forecast and analysis.
- Ability to develop financial and accounting procedures and monitor implementation in each department.
- Ability to conduct comprehensive internal audits.
- Ability to effectively supervise and manage Finance personnel.
- Excellent organization skills and be able to meet deadlines.
- Ability to work with sensitive and confidential information. The ability to move and travel if required.
Academic qualifications and practical experience required
- Bachelor of Financial Management or any equivalent university degree.
- Good level of understanding and the ability to using QuickBooks and any other accounting software.
- Practical experience in finance of at least 5 years, experience of at least 3 years in financial management in nonprofit organizations.
- Fluency in English language (reading – writing – speaking).
- Good computer capabilities (MS Office) and necessary accounting programs.
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements are encouraged to submit their CV and a cover letter indicating their suitability for the position to this email address: [email protected] or Office number 92, Opposite A.A. Kime Filling station, Lagos Street, Maiduguri, Borno State. by 20-10-2024 for application submission. Please indicate ” Finance Manager Application” in the subject line of your email or on the envelope.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
Deadline for Application 20-10-2024
Supertouch Kindness Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace, including applications from women and persons with disabilities.
Contact Information for Inquiries –Gift at [email protected] or call +234 706 304 1409
Organization’s Website: https://supertouchkindnessfoundation.org/
