• Application Deadline:
• Position: Finance and Administrative Assistant



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 2 - 4 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  
  

Role Purpose

• The Finance and Administrative Assistant provides integrated support across finance and office administration functions. The role supports accurate financial record-keeping, routine finance operations, office coordination, and basic administrative systems that enable DRASA’s programs and teams to function efficiently and in compliance with internal and donor requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Finance Support:

• Support day-to-day financial operations including payment processing, expense documentation, petty cash, and basic bookkeeping.


• Maintain accounting records in Zohobooks (or other accounting software) through accurate data entry and filing of source documents.


• Assist with bank, petty cash, and advance reconciliations; track outstanding staff advances and reimbursements.


• Support payroll preparation by compiling payroll inputs, verifying documentation, and preparing schedules for review.


• Assist with project and donor expense tracking, including coding transactions to appropriate budgets and cost centres.


• Prepare draft routine financial reports and summaries (cash position, expenditure logs, advance schedules).


• Support audit and donor reviews by organizing financial documents and preparing requested schedules.


• Ensure financial records are complete, properly authorized, and compliant with finance policies.

Administrative & Office Support:

• Provide general administrative support including document management, filing, meeting coordination, and correspondence.


• Support procurement and vendor management processes: obtain quotes, prepare documentation, track deliveries, and maintain supplier records.


• Maintain organized electronic and physical filing systems for finance, admin, and corporate documents.


• Assist with logistics for meetings, trainings, and program activities (venue coordination, attendance lists, basic logistics support).


• Support office management needs including inventory tracking, office supplies, and coordination with service providers.

Cross-cutting:

• Uphold confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism in handling financial and organizational information.


• Support continuous improvement of finance and administrative processes.


• Perform other finance and administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

• HND or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.


• 2–4 years’ experience in a finance support, administrative, or office operations role.


• Basic to intermediate proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Zohobooks), Google Workspace and Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word.


• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time-management skills.


• Good written and verbal communication skills.


• High level of integrity, reliability, and ability to handle confidential information.


• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a small, growing organization.

Desirable:

• Part-qualification or progress toward ICAN.


• Experience supporting donor-funded projects or nonprofit organizations.


• Familiarity with payroll, or procurement processes.


• Experience supporting logistics, events, or program operations.

Core Competencies:

• Accuracy and accountability


• Administrative efficiency


• Financial discipline


• Service orientation


• Problem-solving and adaptability