FINANCE ASSISTANT AT INTERSEX NIGERIA | FINANCE ASSISTANT JOBS IN LAGOS

About Company:

Intersex Nigeria (Center for Healthcare Development and Youth Empowerment) is an intersex-led and focused Non-Governmental Organization in Nigeria. We promote and advocate for the sexual reproductive health, self-determination, bodily autonomy, and overall human rights of intersex people in all diversity in Nigeria. Through community building, advocacy, evidence-based research, empowerment, educational and informational resources on intersex-related issues to the public, partners, stakeholders, and our community.

Job Description:

Intersex Nigeria is seeking a meticulous and ethically grounded Finance Assistant to support the financial health of our organization. Working directly with the Finance Officer and Finance Manager, you will be a key guardian of our transparency and accountability standards. This role is designed for a detail-oriented professional who excels at maintaining accurate "audit-ready" records, managing donor-specific budgets, and ensuring every Naira spent aligns with our mission and compliance policies. If you are an accountant who values precision and wants to apply your skills toward social justice and inclusion, this is the role for you.

Requirements:

1. Financial Accounting & Records Management

• Transaction Integrity: Record daily expenditures, receipts, and financial activities into accounting systems with high numerical accuracy.

• Voucher Governance: Prepare and process payment vouchers, ensuring all disbursements have proper authorization and supporting documentation.

• Reconciliation & Tracking: Support monthly bank reconciliations and track cash flow to ensure the organization’s liquidity is accurately reflected.

2. Budgeting & Grant Compliance

• Project Budgeting: Assist program teams in preparing project-specific budgets that align with donor requirements and organizational goals.

• Expenditure Monitoring: Track real-time spending against approved budgets to prevent overspends and ensure funds are utilized for their intended purpose.

• Donor Reporting: Assist in drafting transparent financial reports for management and international donors, highlighting impact and fiscal responsibility.

3. Internal Controls & Operations

• Policy Enforcement: Support the implementation of financial control systems to prevent the misuse of funds and ensure compliance with Intersex Nigeria’s internal policies.

• Audit Readiness: Assist in updating finance manuals and maintaining secure digital and physical filing systems for internal and external audits.

• Cross-Functional Synergy: Liaise with program staff to streamline financial planning and provide guidance on financial procedures to partners and team members.

Qualifications and Skills:

Academic & Professional Background

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or HND in Accounting.

• Tenure: Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounting or finance roles, with a strong preference for candidates from the Non-Profit (NGO) or Development sector.

• Software Proficiency: High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (QuickBooks, Sage). Familiarity with Zoho is a significant advantage.

Core Competencies

• Grant Management: Solid understanding of donor compliance requirements and the nuances of grant-based accounting.

• Numerical Accuracy: Exceptional attention to detail in data entry and financial reporting.

• Ethics & Integrity: Absolute commitment to confidentiality, transparency, and the values of inclusion.

• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze financial data to support proactive decision-making.

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

Application Instructions:

Method of Application 
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume and Cover Letter to: jobs@intersexnigeria.org using "Finance Assistant" as the subject of the mail.

Note

• Only selected candidates will be contacted.
• Intersex Nigeria is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of gender, sex, sexual orientation, (dis)ability, religion, or ethnic background.