Company Info
The Policy Innovation Centre (PIC) is Africa's first national institutionalized behavioral initiative. We support governments and stakeholders in making behaviorally informed decisions and generating evidence for impactful interventions in key areas: Global health, education, Innovative digital solutions, agriculture, climate and food security, poverty, livelihoods, and jobs, governance, gender inclusion.
The Policy Innovation Centre (PIC) is Africa’s first national institutionalized behavioral initiative. We support governments and stakeholders in making behaviorally informed decisions and generating evidence for impactful interventions in key areas: Global health, education, Innovative digital solutions, agriculture, climate and food security, poverty, livelihoods, and jobs, governance, gender inclusion.
Initiated by the Nigeria Economic Summit Group (NESG), and funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF) in 2017, the PIC was launched in October 2021 after the success of the interim Policy Innovation Unit (PIU). We provide evidence-driven, contextually relevant, and sustainable solutions to development issues through Behavioral Diagnostics, human-centered design, and Sustainable Delivery.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Finance Officer
Location: CBD, Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Temporary
Job Summary
- The Finance Officer will be responsible for the effective financial management of the organization, ensuring transparency, accountability, and efficiency in the use of resources.
- This role will involve maintaining accurate financial records, preparing financial reports, and supporting budgeting and auditing processes.
- The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to the mission and values of the organization
Key Responsibilities
- Financial Management and Reporting:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including ledgers, receipts, and invoices.
- Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to management and donors.
- Monitor and report on budget variances, and provide recommendations for corrective actions.
- Budgeting:
- Assist in the development of annual budgets and financial forecasts.
- Monitor project and departmental budgets, ensuring that spending aligns with financial plans.
- Provide financial analysis to support decision-making and strategic planning.
- Accounting and Compliance:
- Process payments, including vendor invoices, employee reimbursements, and grants, ensuring all transactions comply with organizational policies and donor requirements.
- Reconcile bank statements, petty cash, and other accounts regularly.
- Ensure compliance with local tax laws, regulations, and financial reporting standards.
- Assist in the preparation and coordination of external audits.
- Grants Management:
- Track and report on grant income and expenditure, ensuring funds are utilized according to donor agreements.
- Prepare financial reports for donors, ensuring accuracy and adherence to donor guidelines.
- Payroll Administration:
- Oversee payroll processing, ensuring timely and accurate salary payments, tax deductions, and benefit disbursements.
- Maintain employee financial records, including salary advances, loans, and deductions.
- Capacity Building:
- Provide financial training and support to program staff and other stakeholders to ensure a clear understanding of financial processes and responsibilities.
- Support the development and implementation of financial policies and procedures.
- Risk Management:
- Identify and address financial risks, implementing internal controls to safeguard the organization’s assets.
- Ensure that financial systems and procedures are robust, compliant, and support future growth.
Salary
Not Specified.
Application Closing Date
26th August, 2024.
How to Apply
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