Job Position for Associate, Finance & Administration (Maternity Cover)
Job Opportunity: Associate, Finance & Administration (Maternity Cover)
Organisation: TaRL Africa
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Employment Type: Part-time | Mid-level
Reports To: Manager, Finance & Administration – Nigeria
Application Deadline: 22 October 2026
About the Role
TaRL Africa is seeking a detail-oriented and qualified finance and administration professional to support its financial, operational, and administrative activities in Nigeria.
In this maternity cover role, you will help maintain effective financial systems, ensure strict compliance with internal and external policies, and support the seamless day-to-day operations of the country office.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Operations: Process and review invoices, payment requests, staff travel expense reports, advance requests, and advance retirements.
Accounting & Bookkeeping: Maintain accurate accounting records, manage supporting documentation, and prepare/review monthly bank reconciliations using the organisation’s ERP system.
Payroll & Partner Oversight: Review and reconcile monthly payroll, process payroll payments, and review monthly financial reports submitted by partner organisations.
Compliance & Controls: Ensure adherence to financial controls, procurement guidelines, and organisational policies.
Audits & Risk Management: Support internal and external audits, financial risk management initiatives, and fraud prevention protocols.
Administrative Support: Coordinate monthly timesheets and support overall country office administration.
Qualifications & Requirements
Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
Professional Certification: ICAN certification is strictly required.
Experience: Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in finance, operations, and office administration—preferably within the nonprofit sector.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in bookkeeping, computerised accounting systems/ERP, and financial reporting tailored to management and donor requirements.
Core Competencies: Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills; ability to review financial data, flag potential issues, and recommend practical solutions; collaborative mindset and adaptability to new technologies.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications through the official recruitment portal via the Application Link.
Important Note: Ensure you complete your application on or before 22 October 2026.
⚠️ Recruitment Fraud Alert: TaRL Africa never charges fees at any stage of the recruitment process. Official communications will only originate from email addresses ending in @tarlafrica.org. Please remain vigilant against fraudulent messages requesting money or recruitment codes.
