FHI 360 Systems Enhancement Accountant Jobs in Nigeria
FHI 360 Systems Enhancement Accountant Jobs in Nigeria
Basic FunctionsThis position will report to the Associate Director, Finance and will be responsible for continuous improvement of financial systems and compliance levels at the State offices in the country.
Essential Job Functions, Duties and Responsibilities
Compliance
Working with the Office of Compliance and Risk Management, identifies potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk; prioritizes areas to be addressed, then, working with staff on the ground, develops/implements corrective action plans for resolution of problematic issues, and provides general guidance on how to avoid or deal with similar situations in the future
The implementation phase must include direct training and demonstration of how to implement corrective action.
Ensure compliance issues/concerns within the organization are being appropriately evaluated and resolved.
Report on a regular basis, and as directed or requested, to keep the Director, Finance and Senior Management informed of the operation and progress of compliance efforts.
Institutes and maintains an effective compliance communication program for the organization, including promoting
use of the Feedback Finance hotline;
heightened awareness of SOPs and
understanding of new and existing compliance issues and related policies and procedures.
Capacity Building
Work with the State Finance and Administrative staff to ensure that s/he fully understands and complies with the provisions of the FHI360 financial policies and procedures manual.
Provide continued orientation to the State Finance and Administrative staff on how to support facilities to compile and submit monthly fund requests and prepare consolidated fund requests for the whole state (covering all Health facilities and Sub awards).
Develop, maintain and work with the State Finance and Administrative staff to ensure that they fully understand and comply with the FHI 360 procurement process including, but limited to, purchase requests, prequalifying vendors, soliciting quotes, collating quotation/bids from prequalified/potential vendors, the vendor selection process through receipt and payment for goods and/or services.
Train State Finance and Administrative staff on the procedure involved in tracking expenditures incurred from States sub agreements by FHI360 on behalf of the government and maintain copies of all documentation.
After training, follow up to ensure that procedures are followed. Provide additional hands on training and guidance as necessary.
Train State Implementing Team (SIT) Accountants on the procedures involved in the collection and processing of travel advances (TAs), prepare sub-recipients financial reports (SFRs), reimbursement requests and continuous quality improvement/ technical assistance (CQI/TA) reports from SIT members to the FHI360 state offices.
After training, follow up to ensure that procedures are followed. Provide additional hands on training and guidance as necessary.
Train State Finance and Administrative staff on how to track burn rate/maintain financial monitoring pipelines for each health facility, to monitor budget performance against plans for each health facility managed under the sub agreement and provide feedback to the SIT and other stakeholders in the States.
After training, follow up to ensure that procedures are followed. Provide additional hands on training and guidance as necessary.
Provide hands on
training to the State Finance and Administrative staff on how to maintain inventory of all project assets managed through the sub-agreement, including ensuring proper filling and storage of financial documents at SIT level.
After training, follow up to ensure that procedures are followed. Provide additional hands-on training and guidance as necessary.
Qualifications and Requirements
BSc. in Accounting, Finance and Business Administration or its recognized equivalent, and 5 - 7 years relevant experience, or
MSc. in Accounting, Finance and Business Administration or its recognized equivalent, and 3 - 5 years relevant experience.
Experience in accounting and accounting principles sufficient to prepare complex and detailed financial and budgetary analyses.
Experience in financial reporting, and financial management systems applications.
Experience with Global Fund and USAID-funded programs and non-governmental organizations in Nigeria.
CPA, ACA or recognized equivalent is required.
Demonstrated success in multicultural environments is an advantage.
Experience must reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to train one on one and in a small group specific technical applications in a way that makes the trainee feel comfortable enough to ask questions when they do not understand and proficient when training is complete
If necessary, must have the ability to deliver a strong message of compliance in a difficult situation
Demonstrated analytical skills in the interpretation of budgetary, financial and related management information
Ability to conduct complex system analysis studies involving financially oriented applications
Proficiency in the use of software applications, database and spreadsheets (including extensive knowledge of Excel database applications)
Knowledge of global fund donor (including USAID) contractual requirements and regulations
Must have report writing skills and be able to communicate with impact
Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize and handle pressure situations
Excellent numerical, analytical and problem- solving skills
Attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy
Ability to use software tools to present data clearly and concisely
Ability to travel a minimum of 25%
Application Closing Date
2nd August, 2020.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; FHI 360 Systems Enhancement Accountant Jobs in Nigeria
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