Assistant Finance Staff

The Assistant Finance Staff (Contract Basis) will support the day-to-day finance and accounting operations at the Head Office. Reporting to the Finance Manager/Accountant, the position is responsible for maintaining financial records, processing payments and vouchers, tracking receivables/payables, performing bank reconciliations, assisting with payroll and budget tracking, and ensuring total compliance with internal financial guidelines and regulatory requirements.

1. Transaction Processing & Record Keeping

• Record, verify, and maintain accurate daily financial transactions, accounting ledgers, and voucher systems.

• Prepare and process payment requests, commercial invoices, official receipts, and payment vouchers with complete supporting documentation.

• Monitor employee cash advances, operational settlements, and clear outstanding balances systematically.

2. Cash Management, Reconciliation & Financial Reporting

• Perform routine cash and bank account reconciliations and track daily cash flows.

• Assist in compiling monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and performance summaries.

• Monitor project budget allocations, track expenditure against line items, and manage accounts payable/receivable ledgers.

3. Payroll, Audit & Compliance Support

• Assist with payroll computation, statutory deduction records (taxes, pensions), and disbursement logs.

• Support the Finance Manager during internal/external audit preparations by retrieving, organizing, and verifying audit-trail documentation.

• Ensure strict adherence to accounting standards, data confidentiality, and corporate financial procedures.

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field.

• Work Experience: Minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience in finance, accounting, or book-keeping roles.

• Gender Preference: Women are highly encouraged to apply.

• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of general accounting principles, financial records management, accounts payable/receivable, and bank reconciliations.

• Software Applications: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (specifically Excel and Word); hands-on experience with accounting/ERP software (e.g., Peachtree, QuickBooks) is an added advantage.

• Core Skills: High attention to detail, strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, effective decision-making skills, and clear professional communication.