Nigeria: Project accountant - NEPWHAN

Job Vacancies at NEPWHAN

The Network of People living with HIV and AIDS in Nigeria (NEPWHAN) is the umbrella body that coordinates and administers all organizations, associations and support groups of persons living with HIV/AIDS in Nigeria. NEPWHAN, which was formed in 1998 is the largest and most articulate network of people living with HIV and AIDS in Nigeria. Over the last 8 years of its existence, the organization has grown in size and complexity and this growing trend is still ongoing.

It is in view of our increasing pressure of work that NEPWHAN is inviting applications from qualified candidates for the following position: -

Project Accountant

The Project Accountant is responsible and reports to the Chief Accountant, who is the head of the accounting section of the NEPWHAN secretariat. The primary duty of the selected person will be to ensure that all resources of NEPWHAN and subsidiary organizations are used effectively in support of programme objectives and as directed by the National Coordinator. S/He will ensure that NEPWHAN meets all financial management and compliance requirements of the numerous funding organizations that we collaborate with. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, in collaboration with relevant staff of our office and those of our partners, financial management and compliance systems in supporting the development of improved financial systems and reporting within partner organizations.
The project accountant takes the lead in all financial reporting and retirements of assigned projects.

Location:Abuja Qualification and Experience:

Candidates applying for this position must possess the following minimum qualifications:

a.. HND or BSc Accounting or recognized equivalents coupled with over 3 years relevant experience in Non Governmental Organization work.
b.. Fair to good knowledge of QuickBooks c.. Excellent Communication Skills d.. Ability to work with minimal supervision e.. Computer literate and familiarity with Microsoft Office, Excel spreadsheets and PowerPoint Method for Application a.. Applications are to be submitted electronically at [email][email protected] with copies to [email][email protected] and [email][email protected]
b.. Applicants should submit a cover letter, one page, stating a clear case of suitability for the advertised position.
c.. Attach detailed curriculum vitae containing a scan passport photograph at the top right corner.
d.. The names of 3 Referees should be included with the application.
e.. All applications must be received within one week of this publication. Late submissions will NOT be considered f..

Only short listed applicants will be contacted.

Women and 'disadvantaged groups' are encouraged to apply