Finance Manager

JOB TITLE: Finance Manager
INDUSTRY: Non-Governmental Organization (NGO)
LOCATION: Lagos, Nigeria

Role Overview

The Finance Manager will be responsible for overseeing financial operations, managing donor funds, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and providing strategic financial insights to support organizational growth and sustainability.

Core Responsibilities

1. Grant & Fund Management

• Track, monitor, and report on restricted funds and grants
  
• Ensure all expenditures align with donor regulations and approved budgets
  
• Monitor grant milestones and reporting timelines
  

2. Budgeting & Forecasting

• Develop annual organizational and project-specific budgets
  
• Prepare periodic cash flow forecasts
  
• Conduct variance analysis and provide actionable insights
  

3. Financial Reporting

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
  
• Present financial reports to management and Board of Directors
  
• Simplify financial data for non-financial stakeholders
  

4. Compliance & Audit Preparation

• Coordinate annual external audits and tax filings
  
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and local regulatory requirements
  
• Maintain adherence to donor and tax-exempt guidelines
  

5. Day-to-Day Accounting Operations

• Oversee accounts payable and receivable processes
  
• Manage payroll and financial controls
  
• Maintain and optimize accounting systems and chart of accounts
  

Requirements

Key Qualifications

Experience

• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in non-profit finance, accounting, or grants management
  

Education & Certification

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration
  
• Professional certification (ACA, CFA) is required
  

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
  
• Experience with accounting or fund-accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks)
  

Compliance Knowledge

• Strong understanding of donor regulations (e.g., UN, USAID, EU, or similar institutions)
  

Soft Skills

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
  
• Ability to collaborate across teams.
  
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities