FINANCE ASSISTANT AT COMMUNITY HEALTH, JUSTICE AND PEACE INITIATIVE FOR DEVELOPMENT (JDPH) | FINANCE ASSISTANT JOBS IN YOLA

About Company:

The Justice Development Peace and Health is a program of the Catholic Ecclesiastical Province of Jos. The program was set up to Coordinate, develop appropriate structures, offer required services, and improve the system of social development already existing in the Dioceses since 1970.

Job Description:

We are seeking a meticulous and highly organized Finance Assistant to serve as the operational backbone of our Finance Unit. In this role, you will do more than just process numbers; you will be the guardian of our financial integrity, ensuring that every transaction is accurate, authorized, and audit-ready.

You will support the full lifecycle of our financial operations—from managing petty cash and bank reconciliations to assisting with complex donor financial reports. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with a strong foundation in bookkeeping who is looking to grow their career within a structured, mission-driven environment. If you possess high integrity and a "zero-error" approach to financial documentation, we want you on our team.

Requirements:

1. Transactional Excellence & Record Keeping

• Voucher Management: Prepare and process payment vouchers, expense claims, and petty cash with 100% accuracy.

• System Integration: Post daily transactions into the accounting system (QuickBooks, Sage, or Odoo) and maintain a "real-time" trial balance.

• Archival Stewardship: Maintain a world-class filing system (both physical and electronic) that ensures any document can be retrieved instantly for spot checks.

2. Budgetary Control & Reporting

• Expenditure Tracking: Monitor project spend against approved budgets, proactively flagging variances to the Finance Manager.

• Donor Compliance: Assist in the preparation of schedules and documentation for monthly, quarterly, and annual donor financial reports.

• Cash Management: Execute monthly bank and cash reconciliations, ensuring the petty cash float is accounted for and utilized according to policy.

3. Audit Readiness & Internal Controls

• Policy Enforcement: Ensure every transaction adheres to internal controls, organizational policies, and specific donor requirements.

• Audit Support: Take a lead role in preparing supporting documents for external audits, ensuring a seamless and high-scoring audit process.

• Technical Support: Act as a resource for non-finance program teams, providing them with the financial information and training needed to follow basic procedures.

Qualifications and Skills:

Professional Profile

• Education: Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Experience: 2–3 years of core experience in finance or accounts. Experience with NGOs, donor-funded projects, or faith-based organizations is a significant advantage.

• Technical Stack: High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with automated accounting software.

Core Competencies

• Numerical Precision: Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to spot errors in complex data sets.

• Ethical Standard: A high level of integrity and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding financial data.

• Agility: Capability to work under pressure, meet strict month-end deadlines, and adapt to changing donor requirements.

Salary

Application Closing Date: 04th February, 2026

Application Instructions:

Interested candidates are to send their CVs and Cover letters on or before 4th February, 2026 as one document to: vancancy.jdph@gmail.com