Accountant

EDC is one of the world’s leading nonprofit research and development firms. EDC designs, implements and evaluates programs to improve education, health, and economic opportunity worldwide. Collaborating with both public and private partners, we strive for a world where all people are empowered to live healthy, productive lives.

Position: Accountant

Position Requirements 

The Northern Nigeria Education Initiative Plus (NEI+) project works to improve the quality of and access to education in Northern Nigeria equitably and sustainably. The Accountant will be responsible for working under the Finance and Administration Officer to manage project expenditures and accounts. 

This position is based in Sokoto, Nigeria, and will report to the Sokoto Finance and Administration Officer. 

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Manages day to day finance operations, including implementing Creative and USAID policies, procedures and systems, reviewing accounts payable documents for proper accuracy and completeness, and liaising with bank on all banking issues 

• Completes donor financial reporting, tracks spending, and supports the Finance and Administration Officer 

• Provides updated monthly cost reports and draft quarterly financial reports and monthly ad hoc reports on financial status of project expenses and budget information 

• Manages the process of clearing bills, payments, and vouchers from the Bauchi field office; manages the transfer of project funds from the central account to field accounts 

• Works closely with the home office in Washington, DC to ensure reconciliation of monthly expense reports, and respond to any inquiries they may have 

Skills and Experience 

Candidates must demonstrate expertise in accounting, finance or business administration. They must have knowledge of accounting principles, USAID rules and regulations and Nigerian labor laws. 

The candidate must be professionally proficient and fluent in written and spoken English.