Job Description
Job Summary
- The Finance Analyst at CCDRN Head Office will analyze financial data, create financial models, and prepare financial forecasting and reporting to support decision-making.
- S/hewill ensures accurate financial reporting and compliance with regulatory and statutory filings and provides financial management services for CCDRN operations and donor-funded projects.
Primary Responsibilities
Financial Analysis and Reporting:
- Perform financial forecasting, reporting, and operational metrics tracking.
- Analyze financial data and create financial models to support decision-making.
- Report on financial performance and prepare for regular leadership reviews.
- Conduct variance analysis, identify trends, and make recommendations for improvements.
- Evaluate financial performance by comparing and analyzing actual results with plans and forecasts.
- Provide insights on trends and forecasts and recommend actions for optimization.
Financial Management and Process Improvement:
- Guide the cost analysis process by establishing and enforcing policies and procedures.
- Identify and drive process improvements, including creating standard and ad-hoc reports, tools, and Excel dashboards.
- Develop automated reporting and forecasting tools to increase productivity.
- Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, including preparing quarterly and annual financial statements.
Accounting and Bookkeeping:
- Provide accounting and bookkeeping services for CCDRN’s operations and donor-funded projects.
- Ensure partner accounts are complete, current, and stored appropriately.
- Ensure timely and accurate invoicing and proper archiving of financial records.
- Perform weekly account reconciliations and ensure proper financial documentation for the Senior Management Team (SMT).
Compliance and Regulatory Filings:
- Coordinate all regulatory and statutory filings to ensure financial regulations and legislation compliance.
- Liaise with clients, auditors, and tax consultants to address financial matters.
Risk Management and Financial Optimization:
- Track CCDRN's financial status and performance to identify areas for potential improvement.
- Seek methods for minimizing financial risk to CCDRN.
- Research and analyze financial reports and market trends to provide insights for decision-making.
Stakeholder Engagement and Communication:
- Present financial reports to SMT, stakeholders, and clients during formal meetings.
- Provide senior executives with insights and expectations to aid in long-term and short-term decision-making.
Policies and Procedures:
- Establish and maintain financial policies and procedures for CCDRN.
- Stay up to date with technological advances and accounting software for financial purposes.
- Ensure adherence to financial regulations and legislation.
Other Responsibilities:
- Perform any other duties commensurate with the position as assigned by management.
Requirements
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree (minimum of Second Class) in Accounting, Banking, Finance, or related fields.
- Previous work experience in a similar role, preferably in financial reporting for non-profit organizations.
- Extensive understanding of financial trends within the organization and in general market patterns.
Technical Skills:
- Proficient in Excel, QuickBooks, and other financial software.
- Strong understanding of financial statistics and accounting principles.
- Knowledge of data privacy standards and financial regulations.
Competencies and Abilities:
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
- Proven ability to manage, guide, and lead employees to ensure proper financial processes.
- Excellent problem-solving, independent thinking, and decision-making skills.
- Strong organizational and management skills, with the ability to plan, schedule, and meet deliverables on time.
- A high degree of trustworthiness, discretion, and confidentiality.
Additional Requirements:
- Willingness to travel to any part of the country, especially the Northeast region of Nigeria.
- Ability to work effectively with senior management, colleagues, and external stakeholders.
- Strong facilitation, team-building, and coordination skills.