Senior Finance Officer Vacancy at Chartered Institute of Forensic and Certified Fraud Examiners of Nigeria

An institution We’re looking for a financial officer who is analytical and qualified to join our team. 

Brief

Nigeria’s Chartered Institute of Forensic and Certified Fraud Examiners 

Our client, a well-known professional services/training Institute based in Abuja specializing in teaching and regulating accounting and other sub-disciplines in Nigeria, is hiring.

The Senior Finance Officer is in charge of planning, arranging, executing, and reporting on the Institute’s financial activities.

The hired candidate will be accountable for our company’s financial health by handling our financial procedures in this job. 

Planning budgets, engaging in audits, tracking transactions, and preparing invoices will be among your responsibilities.

Also, to be successful in this position, you must have a thorough understanding of financial policies, procedures, and systems. 

Finally, the ideal candidate will be a great communicator and have exceptional analytical and time management skills.

Location

Abuja (FCT)

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and review the Institute’s financial systems and procedures and suggest, design, and execute more effective and efficient methods.
• Prepare financial statements and invoices correctly.
• Maintain correct accounting records and oversee the Institute’s roles.
• Oversee accurate and appropriate income and spending recording and analysis.
• Ascertain that financial records are kept following established policies and procedures.
• Manage and reconcile all accounts and ensure that all financial reporting dates are adhered to.
• Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual creation of balance sheets, income statements, and expense reports.
• Ensure that every financial reporting contains accurate facts.
• Update the Institute’s financial records with the latest transactions and adjustments.
• Perform the Institute’s financial analysis, reporting, and management activities.
• Determine and resolve invoicing problems, accounting irregularities, and other financial concerns.
• Ensures that high-quality societal training and operations are delivered on time and at the lowest possible cost.
• Taking part in financial audits is a good idea.
• Keep track of your bank deposits and withdrawals.
• Assist with the budgeting process.
• Examine and put in place financial policies.
• As needed, perform other tasks.

Key Requirments

• 3 – 5 years experience in managing financial systems and budgets, financial reporting, financial data, and analysis.

Soft Skills

• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Leadership skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Critical skills.
• Emotional intelligence.
• Result-driven.
• Organizational skills.
• Technology savvy.
• Adaptability skills.
• Persuasive skills.

Technical Skills

• Excellent written communication skills.
• Knowledge of applicable laws, codes, and regulations.
• Knowledge and experience of accounting software and computer applications.
• Solid understanding of financial and accounting procedures.
• Advanced MS Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical and numerical skills.
• Sharp time management skills
• Ability to manage confidential data.

Qualifications

• 1st Degree in Accounting, Business, Financial Management, or a related discipline.
• Candidate must be Chartered and Certified by ANAN, ACCA, or other relevant bodies.

Application Deadline

15th January 2022.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter to: careers@cifcfen.org using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

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