Accountant 1 Career Opportunity in Nigeria

International Committee of the Red Cross

Position Title: Accountant 1

Under the direct supervision of Finance and Administration Manager, Accountant 1 is in charge of preparing, reconciling and analysing the accounting records and financial reports of the sub-delegation and other structures under his/her responsibility, and other administrative/financial duties assigned by the Finance and Administrative Manager

Main Duties and Responsibilities

  • Prepare, book and post accounting entries in the accounting software on a regular basis as per rules.
  • Ensures accuracy and completeness of accounting transactions in accordance with financial procedures and manuals.
  • Helps ensure that operations run smoothly through efficient cash-flow management, covering the fund needs of the delegation/structure.
  • Ensure compliance of financial rules and controls, verification of invoices and requisite support document before settling the dues.
  • Guarantee proper filing of relevant supporting documents for future follow up, inspection or audit.
  • Perform integrity checks of accounting entries and account balance
  • Perform cash and bank reconciliation on weekly basis at least.
  • Review all financial comments/question or request for clarification received from HQ or Regional offices, prepare replies, draft answers and respond accordingly.
  • Participate of monthly/yearly closing activities and be main focal key of such.
  • Knows, applies, and complies with all administrative and financial procedures and deadlines linked to his/her work.
  • Provide support to other departments as a standard routine and as part of financial perspective when necessary.
  • Draw up cheques and letter of payment orders for bank transfers to suppliers, or cash replenishment for petty cash, in line with existing financial manual and rules.
  • Identifies anomalies or other issues and reports them to his/her supervisor.
  • Backup cashier position whenever needed, with adjustment of access during this period.

Education and Experience Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Banking and Finance or any relevant field.
  • Minimum of 3 years working experience in a similar field

Desired profile and Skills

  • Fluent in written and spoken English
  • Good analytical skills, detail-orientation, and precision
  • Well organized, with good planning abilities.
  • Capacity to work within a team; good interpersonal skills, and ability to deal with people respectfully.
  • Computer literacy; proficient in Microsoft Office software skills (outlook, Excel Power Point, Word).

How to apply

  • Send Curriculum vitae, application letter and NYSC Certificate to ABJ_Recruitment_Services@icrc.org
  • Clearly indicate “ABJ202200354 Accountant 1 JOS" as the subject of your application (Applications intended for this role without this subject will not be considered)
  • In the body of the mail, please indicate the following in the following format:
  • Qualification(s)
  • Current location
  • Languages you speak
  • Years of relevant experience

The deadline for the submission of applications will be 16.12.2022, 16:30hrs. Late applications will not be considered. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Equal opportunities shall be provided to all employees and applicants for employment based on their demonstrated ability and competence without discrimination based on race, colour, religion, sex, nationality, status, disability etc.

(The ICRC values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive working environment)

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates; Female & People Living with Disability applicants are encouraged to apply.

ICRC will not request any monetary payments from applicants at any stage of the recruitment process


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