Finance Advisor

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Jhpiego Nigeria, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins University, is hiring a Finance Advisor based in Abuja. The role provides financial management for assigned projects, including budgeting, reporting, bank and cash management, receivables and payables, and audit support. The position reports to the Director of Finance and Operations and requires strong accounting and financial systems skills.

• Finance Advisor role based in Abuja, Nigeria
• Reports to the Director of Finance and Operations
• Responsible for project financial management, budgeting, and reporting
• Requires use of QuickBooks and other financial software
• Involves bank and cash management, receivables, payables, and audit support

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Finance Advisor at Jhpiego Nigeria ⏲ Aug 21, 2026, 11:05 AM ⋕ View all Banking & Financial Services jobs Jhpiego, an Affiliate of Johns Hopkins University, is a global leader in improving healthcare services for women and their families. We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: Finance Advisor Job ID: 2026-8057 Location: Abuja Overview The Finance Advisor (FA) reports to the Director of Finance and Operations and will be responsible for providing the financial management for Jhpiego projects as assigned and managed. The FA will ensure that the financial reports are compatible with sound accounting practices and follow Jhpiego policy and procedures. The FA will be responsible for ensuring cost consciousness, efficient bank and cash management system, and implementation of on-site financial accounting practices required to assure systems integrity. Responsibilities: Implements and guide staff on policies and procedures and lead trainings, as needed Implements and oversee a detailed financial reporting process in accordance with Jhpiego's established financial system. Prepares the monthly financial report by using adapted finance software (QuickBooks) and ensures accuracy. Support financial reporting process to donors as needed Financial planning, budgeting and reporting for assigned projects Use various software applications such as spreadsheets, relational databases, statistical packages, and graphic packages to assemble, analyze, and format data and/or reports Works collaboratively with the Director of Finance and Operations to ensure proper project and financial reporting, spending and compliance with project terms and conditions. Ensures financial management systems provide accurate, current, and complete disclosure of financial transactions Closely monitors cash flow and assures budgets are followed so spending is on track Bank and Cash Management: Ensure sufficient funds are always available to meet project needs Maintain bank correspondence and follow ups Prepare and post journal vouchers or adjusting entries for resolved items. Perform daily, weekly, or monthly reconciliation of all bank accounts against general ledger records. Identify, investigate, and resolve variances, errors, or missing transactions, and immediately escalate issues to line manager Monitor cash positions, direct deposits, and collection accounts. Review petty cash management system and ensure compliance across the country program Serves as Jhpiego’s liaison with banking officials Receivables and Payables: Post all approved travel expenses in the financial management system. Archive digital and physical payment documents, e.g. tax receipts, and ensure financial records are properly maintained and readily available during audits. Collect and review receipts, invoices, and travel expense reports after trips or completion of project activities. Review requests for travel and project advances. Prepare scheduled remittance on time to statutory tax authorities. Calculate unused cash and ensure refunds to Jhpiego. Ensure advance requests follow Jhpiego laid down policy and procedures and approved budgets. Calculate, deduct, and account for mandatory government taxes on invoices (such as VAT, WHT, PAYE etc). Check that all expenses align with the original advance amount/purpose. Other duties: Support the Finance and Operations Director to facilitate the work of external audits Support the Finance and Operations Director to draft responses to audit findings and follow-up on the implementation of audit recommendations. Determines updated monthly project accruals and projections to support forecasting accuracy and program completion, as needed Prepare balance sheet report/ageing analysis that reconciles all balance sheet items on monthly basis Regularly reviews accounting transactions to ensure costs are allowable and reasonable Serve as a resource person for non-finance staff on USG, JHU and Jhpiego rules and policy. Preforms other projects related activities as assigned by the supervisor or by Jhpiego management Required Qualifications Knowledge of institutional donors regulations, procedures and requirements: a plus. Strong presentation and communications skills, oral and written Be self-motivated, proactive and have a positive attitude to work requiring minimum supervision. Be of high integrity and have a sense of confidentiality Strong interpersonal, presentation and communications skills, oral and written A team player with experience: working in a multi-cultural environment. 5-8 years relevant experience: in finance or accounting. Must be flexible and able to work independently and as part of a team. Be willing to take on extra responsibilities: in order to achieve the goals/objectives set by the organization. Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or its recognized equivalent MBA in Accounting or professional qualification (CPA, ACCA or recognized equivalent) is required. Highly organized with keen attention to detail and ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities: How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should: Click here to apply online View all Jobs in Nigeria Abuja Finance Advisor job vacancies in Nigeria