The purpose of the Finance Assistant position is to assist in the day-to-day implementation of the finance functions responsibilities. Use actions words such as conduct or assist for the position relevant responsibilities. The following is a brief description of the role.

Job Requitements:

• Education: BA in Accounting/Finance or similar field

• Experience: Minimum 1 years’ experience in related field. Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts is advantageous.

Job Competencies and Skills

• Accounting

• Goal oriented with ability to work under pressure, independently and with limited supervision.

• Experience of working with large institutional donors is an advantage

• Knowledge of local languages

• Handling insecure environment

• Planning and delivering results

• Empowering and building trust

• Communicating and analyzing with impact and respect

• Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities

• Knowledge about own skills/profile

• Knowledge of English, both written and verbal

Duties and Responsibilities

• Adhere to NRC policies, tools, handbooks and guidelines

• Assist with the implementation of the support function portfolio according to plan of action

• Prepare and develop status reports as required by management

• Ensure proper filing of financial documents according to NRC standards and the Securing Supporting Documents (SSD) policy

• Promote and share ideas for improvement of the support function

• Support project staff in financial matters

Specific responsibilities

• Check supplier’s invoices and ensure that the supporting documents meet NRC standards before payment, and ensure timely payments

• Assist in the month-end accounting closing process, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of the ledger and all supporting documentation.

• Ensure all documents are copied, scanned, filed and original and submit to CO finance monthly

• Assist in preparing monthly financial reports and submit all relevant documents to country office monthly

• Assist in ensuring cash in bank and cash boxes

• Ensure that all taxes and other government payments are settled monthly

• Follow up the day-to-day responsibility of managing petty cash and cheque payments

• Assist with preparation of payment vouchers for cash and cheques and ensure timely settlements of all invoices

• Assist the Finance Coordinator to perform cash and bank reconciliation

• Assist with payments of labor or other activities in camps or communities as required

• Maintain open communication with all staff and others for all financial clarifications.

How To Apply

Interested candidates who meet the above criteria are invited to send in their application letters including updated curriculum vitae with day-time telephone number and contact details of three work-related referees only through THIS LINK. Please attach photocopies of the most relevant educational certificates/testimonials and work experience documents. Applications should reach NRC latest by 13 March 2026 at 5:00pm.

NB: only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply and on-the-job training will be provided

Job Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or in a related field of study with relevant work experience. How to Apply Click on the apply button below and include your day-time telephone number and contact details of three work-related referees in your application latest by13 March 2026 at 5:00pm.