Nutrition International (NI) formerly Micronutrient Initiative, is a Canadian based International Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) dedicated to improving the health and nutrition of mothers, children and adolescents. At Nutrition International, we make a difference, because nutrition is the difference.
Woven into the very fabric of our approach is the passion and drive of our global team of over 400 people, working in 13 offices across 11 countries with one common goal: transforming the lives of people who need it most through improved nutrition.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Finance Officer
Location; Abuja FCT
About the role
To support the effective delivery of Nutrition International (NI) programs in Nigeria by ensuring accurate, timely and compliant financial processing, accounting, reporting and control. The Finance Officer supports the Corporate Services function in maintaining sound financial records and systems; processing payments and payroll-related transactions; supporting budgeting, audits and statutory compliance; and ensuring adherence to NI policies and procedures, applicable accounting standards, donor requirements and Nigerian laws and regulations.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Coordinate day-to-day accounting operations and the monthly, quarterly and year-end financial close, including preparation of journals, bank and balance sheet reconciliations, schedules and supporting documentation.
- Maintain effective financial controls, complete records and a clear audit trail; identify and escalate errors, unusual transactions, control gaps and financial risks.
- Coordinate preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts; monitor expenditure against approved budgets and provide timely variance analysis and advice to budget holders.
- Provide financial guidance to programme staff on project budgets, eligible costs, coding, cost allocation, documentation and donor compliance requirements.
- Review the financial components of P-REQs, contracts, amendments, payment requests, purchase orders, travel letters and project or contract closure documentation.
- Monitor administrative contracts and ensure compliance to the contractual terms and timely contract renewal.
- Process payments, maintain general ledger records, and perform bank and cash reconciliations.
- Participate in procurement processes, including bid analysis and evaluation, review of supplier quotations, and ensuring compliance with organizational policies and value-for-money principles.
Requirements
Education & Professional Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field from a recognized institution.
• A recognized professional accounting qualification (e.g., ICAN, ACCA, ANAN or equivalent), or progress toward such qualification, is an advantage.
Experience
• At least five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in finance, accounting or a similar role, preferably within an international NGO or donor-funded environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of accounting, bookkeeping, financial controls, reconciliations, budgeting and financial reporting.
• Working knowledge of Nigerian tax and statutory requirements relevant to employers and organizational operations.
• Experience supporting program finance, contracts, audits, payroll, procurement and administrative financial processes.
• Experience using accounting/ERP systems and strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
Benefits
A competitive market pay, health benefits, pension plan, flexible work hours, vacation, support for learning and development opportunities and health and wellness. We offer a collaborative and engaging work environment.
Salary Range: Basic Annual 15,500,653
Application Deadline:18, September 2026
METHOD OF APPLICATION
interested and Qualified candidates should use link below to apply.
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