Save the Children Job in Abuja for a Finance Manager - Accounting & Reporting

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.

• 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.