Finance Manager at the American University of Nigeria (AUN) – Maiduguri / Yola

The American University of Nigeria was founded in response to the need for a world-class university in sub-Saharan Africa. The University’s mission is to provide quality education to Nigeria and Africa’s future leaders in order to equip them with the skills needed to solve development issues on the continent, and give them the knowledge needed to create solutions that will benefit their community, their country and, ultimately, the world.

In collaboration with a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO), the American University of Nigeria, Yola, is seeking prospective candidates for the anticipated Prevention of Spread of COVID-19 Pandemic through Awareness Raising and Livelihoods Support for Adolescent Girls and Boys in Borno, Adamawa and Yobe states.

Applications are invited for the position below:

Job Title: Finance Manager

Location: Maiduguri or Yola
Department: Atiku Center
Nature of Employment: Project Assignment
Supervisor: Report AUN Finance Director

Position Background

The Finance Manager will Provide overall management of the financial of the project. H/she will work to create a finance division that is conducive to and facilitates the accomplishment of the goals and objectives of the project.

Primary Responsibilities

Review financial documents to ensure proper allocation before submission to the PD, AGC and/or Finance Director.
Submit timely requisitions of funds to Yola Head Office to ensure uninterrupted flow of funds to implement programme activities.
Provide advice in the preparation of technical programme budgets and ensure that tracking of programme expenses takes place accordingly.
Assist the PD in the preparation of monthly and ad hoc financial, budget or accounting reports.
Oversees closing of the monthly accounts and ensure timely submission to Yola Head office and/or Donor.
Review the State Offices’ monthly accounts before processing them on Accounting software used.
Approve all Petty Cash vouchers for processing.
Ensuring cost-effectiveness, efficiency and accountability throughout the life of the project;
Any other duties as may be assigned by the

Position Requirements

University degree in Finance, Management, Administration or related degree.
Minimum of 5-7 years working experience in finance and administration, preferably with international projects development NGO.
Excellent communication skills (oral and writing) and Fluent in Local language(s).
High reporting skills (excellent writing skills)
Strong ability to multi-tasks and work independently, attention to details.
Previous experience with INGO and knowledge of financial software.
Extensive financial, budget and Grants experience.

Description of Benefits