Finance Officer at Society for Women Development and empowerment of Nigeria (SWODEN)


About Swoden
SWODEN is a non-discriminatory and not-for-profit Non-governmental organization. The organization was established in 1995 and registered with Corporate Affairs Commission to address current challenges faced by women and youth in accessing basic information and services at the community level that affects their development and also participation in policy development at both micro and macro level. Activities are drawn from their felt needs through grassroots participation and mobilization and use of community structures to ensure sustainability.
Tittle Position : Finance Officer
Location: Jigawa/Birnin Kudu/State Offices
Contract Duration: 8 Months
Responsibilities
✓ Financial Management & Reporting
• Prepare and monitor project budgets, forecasts, and expenditures in line with donor
requirements and organizational policies.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records using accounting software and tools.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for internal use and donor
submission.
• Ensure timely reconciliation of bank accounts, petty cash, and project expenditures.
• Monitor cash flow and ensure adequate funds are available for project implementation.
✓ Compliance and Risk Management
• Ensure compliance with donor regulations, local laws, and organizational financial
procedures.
• Support internal and external audits, and ensure timely resolution of audit findings.
• Identify financial risks and develop mitigation strategies in collaboration with the Project
Manager.
✓ Procurement and Disbursement Oversight
• Work with procurement teams to ensure proper financial documentation and compliance
with procurement guidelines.
• Oversee the preparation and disbursement of payments to vendors, staff, and partners.
• Ensure all financial transactions are supported with appropriate documentation.
✓ Capacity Building and Support
• Provide financial training and support to project staff and local implementing partners as
needed.
• Support field teams in understanding and applying financial procedures and donor
compliance.
✓ Coordination and Representation
• Liaise with finance departments at the head office, donors, banks, and other stakeholders
as required.
• Attend project meetings and contribute to financial planning and decision-making.
Requirements and Qualifications
Education:
• A Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. A
Master’s degree or professional qualification (e.g. ACCA, ICAN) is an added advantage.
Experience:
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in financial management in the NGO/humanitarian
sector.
• Experience working on donor-funded projects (e.g. UN, EU, USAID, DFID) and
understanding of donor financial regulations.
• Experience working in conflict or emergency contexts, ideally in northern Nigeria.
Skills:
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g. QuickBooks, Sage) and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical, reporting, and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and integrity.
• Fluency in English; knowledge of Hausa is an advantage.
Application Dealine 29 August 2025
METHOD OF APPLICATION
Interested and Qualified should Go click link below to Apply.