• Application Deadline:
• Position: Accountant - WRP Nigeria


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 0 - 2 years


• Location Abuja


• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit  , NGO/Non-Profit 
  

• HJFMIR Nigeria is seeking an Accountant. This position will be responsible for interactions with Nigerian Ministry Of Defense (NMOD) participants, Health Implementation Program (HIP) training officers, Program staff, sub-contractors, and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), etc..

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with program management and finance team to establish a budget for participant payments.


• Monitor and manage budget allocations for training stipends or compensation.


• Collect and maintain participant information, including contact details, payment preferences, and tax-related data.


• Ensure the completion of necessary paperwork by participants, such as participants or payment agreements, agenda, and attendance list.Process payment for participants based on the program's payment structure (e.g., rates, stipends).


• Process payments for participants based on the program's payment structure (e.g., rates, stipends).


• Set up and execute efficient payment process, including direct deposits, checks, or other payment methods.


• Initiate electronic payment, and update ORACLE with vendor check payment.


• Process payment for training/ meeting associated expenses- hotel, flight, and catering services.


• Maintain comprehensive records of all participant payments, including dates, amounts, and payment methods, other related expenses.


• Ensure all records adhere to organizational financial policies and regulatory requirements.


• Submit Disbursement form to Account Payable workflow.


• Obtain approvals and authorizations for payment disbursements from appropriate authorities within the organization.


• Establish and adhere to a consistent payment schedule, ensuring payments are executed timely according to  program policies.


• Communicate payment details, schedules, and any changes to program participants timely.


• Provide participants with payment receipts or statements as requested.


• Ensure compliance of applicable regulations, and organizational financial policies related to payments and compensation of participants.


• Adhere to procedures for program advances to Clinical Research Center (CRC) and Adolesent Operation Tripple Zero club (OTZ) sites activities.


• Prepare expense report, reconcile advances with receipts in a timely manner.


• Communicate any discrepancies to Finance Director and cash custodians at sites.


• Ensure transactions are posted to Account Payable and Perceptive Concept, and subsequently posted to the bank for payment..


• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Experience with computers and databases; Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), General Ledger and subsidiary schedule preparation skills; strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to prioritize tasks, especially during periods with deadlines.

Physical Capabilities 

• Lifting: May require lifting materials up to 10 lbs.

Qualifications

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in an office setting.

Education and Experience

• Minimum of 0-2 years’ experience required.