Accountant Job at Brooks Insights Limited

Brooks Insights Limited (Brooks Insights) is an independent consulting firm committed to providing evidence-based insights for improved health and development through research, program monitoring and evaluation, knowledge product development, capacity building, and technical support.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Accountant

Job Location: Abuja (FCT) 
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilties

• Maintain accurate records of financial transactions using approved accounting software.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
• Reconcile bank statements and general ledger accounts.
• Ensure timely preparation of trial balances, income statements, and balance sheets.
• Manage accounting for donor-funded projects, ensuring strict compliance with donor policies and requirements.
• Ensure proper allocation of shared costs across grants and operational activities.
• Assist in the preparation of project budgets, annual budgets, forecasts, and financial plans.
• Monitor budget performance and report variances with explanations.
• Track expenditures against project budgets and funding agreements.
• Prepare and submit donor financial reports as required.
• Monitor grant burn rates and advise program teams on budget utilization.
• Process invoices, payments, and staff expense reimbursements accurately and timely.
• Monitor receivables, follow up on outstanding balances, and ensure timely collections.
• Ensure compliance with local tax laws and regulations (VAT, WHT, CIT, etc.).
• Liaise with external auditors, tax consultants, and regulatory bodies as required.
• Prepare and file statutory returns and remittances on time.
• Maintain and enforce internal financial controls and policies.
• Recommend and implement improvements to accounting systems and procedures.
• Conduct periodic reviews to ensure financial integrity.
• Prepare monthly payroll, including deductions and statutory remittances.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and ensure compliance with labor regulations.
• Assist in procurement processes and ensure financial compliance in vendor payments.
• Provide financial support to project teams during proposal development and project implementation.
• Train non-financial staff on financial procedures, donor compliance, and budget monitoring.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (ICAN/ACCA certification is an advantage).
• 3 - 5 years of accounting experience, preferably in a donor-funded or service-based organization.
• Strong knowledge of donor regulations (GCC, USAID, EU, UN, etc.) is a plus.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or similar).
• Excellent Excel and analytical skills.
• High integrity, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidate should send their two-page CV to: recruitment@brooksinsights.org using the Job Position as the subject of the mail.