Finance and Compliance Associate

NINERELA+ Finance and Compliance Associate

Location: Abuja (FCT)

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We seek a diligent, organised, and detail-oriented Finance and Compliance Associate to support the effective management of the organisation's financial resources and ensure compliance with organisational policies, donor requirements, and applicable financial regulations.
• The successful candidate will support financial record-keeping, transaction processing, budget monitoring, financial reporting, documentation, and compliance checks.
• The role requires a high level of integrity, accuracy, confidentiality, and commitment to accountability and transparency in the management of organisational and project funds.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the preparation, processing, and documentation of financial transactions in line with approved procedures.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including payment vouchers, receipts, invoices, and supporting documents.

• Assist with bank reconciliations, cashbook updates, and the maintenance of financial files.

• Ensure that all expenditures are properly authorised, adequately supported, and correctly coded to the relevant budget lines and projects.

• Support the preparation and review of project and organisational budgets.

• Monitor expenditure against approved budgets and flag variances, unusual transactions, or potential overspending.

• Assist in preparing periodic financial reports for management and donors.

• Support the tracking of advances, retirements, and outstanding financial obligations.

• Ensure that financial transactions comply with organisational financial policies, donor guidelines, and approved budget provisions.

• Review payment requests and supporting documentation for completeness, accuracy, and appropriate authorisation.

• Support the compliance with procurement, travel, activity expenditure, and financial documentation procedures.

• Assist with internal and external audits by retrieving records, organising supporting documents, and following up on audit recommendations.

• Identify and promptly report potential financial irregularities or control weaknesses through appropriate organisational channels.

• Maintain an organised filing system for both electronic and physical financial records.

• Support the preparation of payment schedules and other routine financial documents.

• Work collaboratively with programme and administrative teams to ensure timely processing of approved activities and payments.

• Perform other finance-related duties assigned by the supervisor.

• Qualifications and Experience

• OND with distinction in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• At least two (2) years of relevant experience in organisational finance, preferably within an NGO, civil society organisation, or donor-funded project.

• Demonstrable understanding of basic accounting principles, financial documentation, budget monitoring, and internal controls.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate, complete, and well-organised financial records.

Essential Competencies and Attributes:

The ideal candidate should demonstrate:

• High integrity, honesty, and respect for confidentiality.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and organisational skills.
• Accuracy in financial documentation and transaction processing.
• Ability to identify discrepancies and follow established financial procedures.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and teamwork.
• Commitment to accountability, transparency, and responsible stewardship of organisational resources.

Application Closing Date

22nd October, 2026.

Notes on Applications

• All application documents must be submitted in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
• The Cover Letter and CV must be combined into one document.
• Applications must be submitted by email only.
• Physical applications and telephone enquiries will not be entertained.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Applications received after the closing date may not be considered.
• NINERELA+ reserves the right to verify information provided by applicants and to conduct appropriate reference and safeguarding checks in accordance with its policies.
• NINERELA+ is committed to fairness, accountability, inclusion, and safeguarding in its recruitment and employment practices.