Center for Advocacy, Transparency, and Accountability Initiative (CATAI)
Job Title: Finance Officer
Location: Mubi, Adamawa
Contract Duration: 6 months
Employment Type: Contract
Reports To: Finance/Admin Manager
Resumption Date: Immediately
About CATAI:
Established in 2018, the Center for Advocacy, Transparency, and Accountability Initiative (CATAI) is a registered NGO headquartered in Maiduguri, Borno State, with offices across Yobe and Adamawa states. We are active in these regions, implementing projects in Education, Protection (Child/GBV), WaSH, Nutrition, Empowerment/Livelihood, Governance, and Peace Building. Our mission is to enhance service delivery and empower citizens through our Humanitarian, Development, and Peace-building nexus (HDP).
Position Overview:
The Finance Officer (FO) will work with the Finance Manager (FM) to assist in accounting, monitoring, controlling, managing, and reporting NHF funds and budgets at the country level. The FO will ensure all NHF project expenses align with Project Agreements, maintain accounts according to CATAI policies and donor obligations, and support internal controls and financial procedures.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist the Finance Manager in overseeing NHF funds and budgets.
- Ensure compliance with donor contractual obligations and CATAI policies.
- Record all financial transactions (bank, cash, accruals) according to CATAI policies.
- Maintain inventory of office equipment and fixed assets.
- Manage payments, ensuring accuracy and appropriateness of invoices.
- Ensure timely entry of accounting operations into QUICKBOOKS.
- Disseminate finance procedures and anti-corruption policies to branches and project staff.
- Produce accurate and timely financial reports.
- Manage advances to staff and ensure proper documentation and classification of financial documents.
Requirements:
Essential:
- Degree in Finance/Accounts or equivalent experience.
- ACA/MBA/CA, ICAN, ANAN, or equivalent is a plus.
Competencies:
- Minimum of three years of relevant experience in financial management and accounting.
- Strong technical experience in bookkeeping, accounting, and financial management.
- Understanding of accounting issues in the charity/NGO sector.
Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent written and verbal communication in English.
- Planning, budgeting, monitoring, and evaluation skills.
- Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills.
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other relevant software.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, attention to detail, and self-motivation.
- Team player with initiative and training/mentoring skills.
Values:
- Integrity and accountability.
- Commitment to CATAI’s mission.
- Embrace cultural diversity and change.
- Strong commitment to results.
Policy Statements:
CATAI operates in an equal opportunity environment, actively promoting gender equality, diversity, and social inclusion. Our policies include Child Safeguarding, Adolescents and Youth Initiatives, PSEA, GBV, VAC, and anti-fraud measures. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. CATAI does not charge any fee for the recruitment process.
Application Closing Date: 20th July 2024
How to Apply:
Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the following link:
