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Save
the Children is the leading independent organization creating
lasting change in the lives of children in over 120 countries
around the world. Recognized for our commitment to
accountability, innovation and collaboration, our work takes us
into the heart of communities, where we help
children and families help
themselves. We work with other organizations, governments,
non-profits and a variety of local partners while maintaining our
own independence without political agenda or religious
orientation. Save the Children’s mission is to inspire
breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve
immediate and lasting change in their lives.
We are recruiting to fill the position of:
Job Title: Finance Manager – Accounting &
Reporting
Job ID: #945641
Location: Abuja
Job Description
- The Finance Manager will support and strengthen the
integrity of finance systems, ensure smooth financial
operations for supporting programme work and responsibility for
updating and generating timely financial information to
management and other levels within the managing member and
participating members.
- They will ensure smooth, effective and efficient
operational finance support to the country and field offices.
Qualifications
- Professional qualifications in Accounting (ACA, CNA, CPA,
ACCA) and/or a degree in Accounting;
- Strong computer skills, especially in computerised
accounting packages such as AGRESSO;
- Ability and willingness to work under pressure as part of a
professional team;
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including cultural
sensitivity, assertiveness and negotiating skills; Willingness
to travel to field offices regularly;
- Experience of working in a busy INGO environment preferably
outside of own country;
- Prior work experience in a high-profile crisis or conflict
setting.
- At least five year’s INGOs managerial experience especially
in complex budget setting (in excess of $30 m), monitoring and
financial accounting;
- Proven experience to help facilitate a smooth audit process
and work efficiently with external auditors;
- Proven skills on managing changes, achieving results,
ensuring quality, team building and capacity building.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should kindly send their
C.V’s and covering letter on or before the Closing date
explaining why you are suitable to:
Nigeria.FinanceVacancy@savethechildren.org State
position clearly in the subject field as applications without
appropriate subject will be disqualified. Also, applications
received after the Closing date will not be considered.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be
contacted.
Application Deadline 5th May, 2015.