Program Accountant

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Nigeria.

📋 Description

• Generate program expense reports and gather necessary receipts for monthly submission to our global accounting team.

• Conduct monthly reconciliation of the company bank account.

• Ensure timely receipt of invoices from vendors and facilitate their payments each month.

• Allocate program funds monthly to staff according to the budget.

• Establish practices for internal controls and the administration and accounting functions of Edify.

• Engage in daily communication with both domestic and international staff as needed for the execution of primary duties.

• Manage fixed asset accounting and conduct annual equipment inventory.

• Prepare for the fiscal year-end audit.

• Assist with the preparation of tax returns and other governmental submissions.

• Investigate discrepancies in financial data and/or documentation to ensure precision and compliance with established protocols prior to processing.

• Collaborate with local microfinance partners as assigned to gather, compile, and analyze financial loan reports.

• Foster a culture that continuously seeks excellence, prioritizes strong documentation, innovation, and enhanced efficiency.

• Execute additional accounting, financial, or administrative duties as required periodically.

• Aid the Country Director in preparing monthly and annual budget requests.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related discipline.

• Over 3 years of diverse accounting experience.

• Experience in non-profit organizations and/or working with international staff or vendors.

• Proficiency in currency exchange rate calculations.

• Knowledge of budgeting and cost accounting.

• Familiarity with accounting software (QuickBooks, Netsuite, Intacct, etc.).

• Experience in project and enterprise level profit and loss analysis.

• Background in loan portfolio analysis and loan repayment schedules.

• Capability to read and effectively interpret financial statements.

• Strong skills in Excel.

• Proficient in speaking and writing in English.

🏝️ Benefits

• Travel Expectations: This position entails both local and regional travel.

• Background check: Successful completion of a pre-employment background check is required.

• Degree Verification: Candidates offered this position must provide official educational transcripts for degree verification purposes.