Finance and Administration Manager Job at CEDPA Nigeria

Finance and Administration Manager Job at CEDPA NigeriaPosted on Fri 29th Jul, 2011 - hotnigerianjobs.com --- (1 comments)

Centre for Development and Population Activities (CEDPA) is recruiting to fill the position of Finance and Administration Manager.

Job Title: Finance and Administration Manager

Objectives
Under the direction of the Country Representative - Centre for Development and Population Activities (CEDPA) Nigeria & Controller - CEDPA Washington DC. The Finance and Administrative Manager leads and manages the Finance and Administrative Officers of CEDPA Nigeria Country Office, The Finance and Administration Manager is responsible for the delivery of service and functions In the following areas;
Planning and budgeting Financial Accounting reporting and control and grants management Human Resources General services/Facilities Administration and Office ManagementEssential Duties Monitor implementation of donor agreements, resource utilization and highlights variance provide analyses and recommend resolution or reallocation of resource. Liaise with the Headquaters in the US on a wide variety of administrative planning and budget issues. Provides periodic reports to the Country director and Project Manager  on the status of pipeline expenses highlighting changes and variances. Propose/recommends re-allocation or necessary actions or decisions. Maintains the financial accounting system QuickBooks. Ensures adherence to HQ and Country Office prescribed policies and systems. Monitor accurate and timely submission of financial reports and attendant schedules and attachments to Home Office. donors and government regulatory agencies Ensure adherence to donor requirements and procedures as outlined in the Memorandum of Agreement. Contract agreements. etc. Monitor completion of grants/contracts. Ensure proper accounting and closing of books upon receipt of completed repots and documents from various units Provides day-to-day guidance and advice to finance and admin team specifically in accounting theory and practice. as well as in compliance with CEDPA HQ administrative and financial accounting policies and procedures. Manage and coordinate administrative and general services for the Country Office and its field-offices. Provides adequate office space. workstations, equipment and other needs of staff. Oversees procurement of goods and services. and the disposal thereof. Ensure efficient and effective transport and other logistic services. Administers relocations and other overseas assignment benefits of incoming and outgoing country based expatriate staff. Ensures necessary support and services during major activities in the country office, and sub-offices i.e. workshops, country reviewRequired Qualifications  B.Sc./HND in accounting or other related field required,  qualified ACA or equivalent Minimum of 2-3 years experience in USA1D, CDC or other federally-funded grants/contracts administration, Knowledge of federal compliance rules, regulations and standards associated with federal funds and non-profit accounting (A-I 1-. A-122.A-133 and 22CFR226) a plus. Proficient computer software skills, including Quick Books. MS word and Excel.Application Deadline
9th August, 2011

Method of Application
Application must be received on or by August 9, 2011.  Attach a CV to: cedpaadvert@yahoo.com