Cuso International is hiring a
Location: Calabar, Nigeria
Reports to: Business Development Manager
Position Type: Full-time, Fixed-Term (6 months contract)
Classification: National employee
Language requirements: English
Eligibility: Must be legally able to work in Nigeria
ABOUT CUSO INTERNATIONAL:
Cuso International is an international cooperation and development organization that works to create economic and social opportunities for marginalized groups. Together with our partners, we are focused on efforts to advance gender equality and social inclusion, improve economic resilience, and deliver progress on climate action. We believe that by sharing skills, we can build better futures. Cuso presently supports programs implemented in Africa, Canada, Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC). Find out more at www.cusointernational.org
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
The Finance Officer, who reports directly to the Business Development Manager, is responsible for ensuring that financial activities are carried out timely and correctly.
KEY RESPONSIBILITES:
Financial Transactions and Reports
Other responsibilities
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Education/Financial Administration
Relevant accounting qualification at the level of a university degree and at least three (3) year relevant working experience in an office environment assisting with financial duties
Knowledge & understanding of Nigerian taxation processes
Experience of working with financial/accounting software & spreadsheets such as Excel, SAGE & Quickbook.
Member of ICAN (this will be considered as an asset)
Proven ability to create accurate & clear financial reports
Strong attention to detail, including the ability to identify, resolve & correct errors
Proven record of providing good customer service to internal & external clients
Ability to manage time & tight deadlines & working effectively under pressure
Ability to maintain integrity & confidentiality of financial data
Experience developing, planning and managing large budgets for international donors, such as GAC, UN Agencies and USAID.
Knowledge
Capacities, Skills and Competencies
HOW TO APPLY!
Cuso International is committed to creating and fostering an inclusive culture. We strive to actively celebrate diversity, advance our equitable practices, and drive greater inclusion. We offer a comprehensive employee benefits package and insurance, generous days of paid time off, including vacation, personal days, and sick days, and more.
Please click the "Apply for This Job" button to submit your application by March 8, 2024, at 11:59PM (EST). Expressions of interest should be sent in English. Your résumé and one-page cover letter should demonstrate how you meet all the essential and any desirable qualifications. Please note that a confirmation email will be generated once you submit your application, but it may be directed to your spam or junk folders of your email inbox.
Cuso International is an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Accommodations will be provided at any stages of the hiring process upon request. Thank you for your interest in Cuso International.
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