Finance Assistant At Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) – Holland

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) – Holland in Nigeria Limited by Guarantee is an international, independent, non-profit medical humanitarian organisation. MSF provides assistance to people affected by armed conflict, natural or man-made disasters, and other situations of crisis, without discrimination based on race, religion, beliefs, or political affiliation.

MSF has been working in Nigeria since February 1996, in collaboration with national and local authorities, under a Memorandum of Understanding with the Federal Government of Nigeria.

JOB DETAILS

Job Type:                     Definite (1 year with possibility of extension)
Duty Station:                 Gummi, Zamfara State
Publication date:           30th July 2026
Application deadline:       7th August 2026

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

Perform administrative and finance related tasks and follow up of project accountancy to support the Project Finance Manager following MSF standard and procedures, in order to ensure legal compliance and keep a strict control over monetary resources to achieve project objectives

MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Implementing cash management procedures in order to ensure the highest control and security, assisting the Project Fin Manager in the prevision of monthly treasury and planning in order to ensure the coverage of daily needs, advances on salaries, payroll, etc.
• Processing the payment to suppliers and keep strict on all documentation involved, informing the administration manager of any sort of disparity
• Carrying out all accounting tasks and activities, classifying, preparing and filing of all accounting pieces in accounting software, in order to ensure strict control of all expenditures and the reliability of statements and documentation.
• Following up of all expiring rental contract dates and inform the Administration Manager in order to leave enough time to arrange a renewal or look for some other alternative.
• Making all administrative information available to the staff (posting, meetings, ), supporting the Project Finance Manager in translating documents into local language and assisting in meetings upon request.
• Any other administrative task delegated by the Project Finance

Other responsibilities include:

• Process all bank payments after receiving and reviewing the supporting documentation for compliance with the finance policy, quality standards and the beneficiaries’ banking details.
• Liaise with coordination in terms of doing the paperwork necessary for any bank transaction and follow
• Ensure that the monthly closing deadlines are respected, actively follow up and inform the manager if deadlines are approaching in terms of the normal monthly financial procedures.
• Assisting the Finance /HR Manager in the prevision of monthly financial planning in order to ensure the coverage of daily project needs. Ensure collaboration with department supervisors to facilitate accuracy.
• Ensuring respect of and strict compliance to MSF standards (Chart of accounts, quality of documents, Authorization table, expense validation procedures, cash security rules, etc.).
• Processing the payment to suppliers/third parties and keeping strict oversight on all documentation involved, informing the administration manager of any sort of disparity.
• Responsible to ensure all receipts meet MSF requirements (deadlines, information, signatures).
• Checking individual entries and preparing the necessary originals documents for efficient justification and explanation of payments and receipts made.
• Prepare the hardcopies according to the month-end checklist and ensure proper filing of financial documentation. Review the projects’ bookkeeping to ensure that the supporting documentation complies with the finance policy standards and ensure exception reports are completed as required.
• Update the food-kitty costs and charge out to international staff’s sub accounts on a monthly
• Be adaptable in terms of taking on new tasks and adjusting to ad-hoc requesting
• Be friendly and welcome to all staff encourage having an open and safe environment in the office

Application Deadline:7, August 2026

Method of Application:

1. Complete the online MS Form using the link or QR code provided below:

FINANCE ASSISTANT (1) – Fill out form

OR

2. Send one email to [email protected], with “Finance Assistant” as the subject, attaching:
   • Your updated CV
   • Cover letter
   • Copies of educational documents relevant to the position

Please send all documents in one email, preferably as one PDF file. Do not send multiple emails or separate attachments.

NOTE:

• Only shortlisted candidates will be
• Documents submitted will not be
• No transportation or travel allowance will be provided during the recruitment
• No accommodation will be provided at the duty station upon

We are an equal opportunity employer: we welcome applications from individuals of all genders, ages, nationalities, races, religions, beliefs, ability status, and all other diversity characteristics.

Qualified women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

MSF-OCA is committed to promoting and maintaining an environment where everyone associated with us —or who comes into contact with our activities—feels safe, respected, and valued. Our safeguarding approach prioritizes the wellbeing and dignity of the communities we assist, as well as that of our staff and partners.

MSF-OCA’s Code of Conduct sets out clear standards for responsible behaviour grounded in respect, inclusion, and accountability. All employees are expected to comply with this Code of Conduct and avoid any behaviour that violates it. Particular care must be taken to prevent harm to those most at risk, including children, adolescents, patients, and people with disabilities.

MSF will use the personal data collected through applications solely for recruitment purposes. The data will be treated confidentially, accessed only by authorised MSF staff, and retained for a maximum period of 12 months, in line with MSF data protection standards.

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