Grant Accountant – Gates Foundation / Stanbic for Her

• Prepare and post accounting journal entries for project revenues, expenses, assets, and liabilities.
• Record financial transactions accurately using approved accounting systems.
• Prepare monthly financial reconciliations for grants, income, expenditure, and general ledger accounts.
• Prepare monthly finance reports with clear explanations and analysis.
• Support preparation of donor financial reports according to grant agreements.
• Maintain accurate supporting documentation for all project expenditures.

• Monitor project expenditure against approved budgets.
• Identify potential budget variances and communicate corrective actions to management.
• Ensure grant funds are utilized according to donor requirements and agreements.
• Support preparation of financial proposals for new and existing grants.
• Track grant performance and provide financial insights to project teams.

• Process and manage vendor invoices after obtaining required approvals.
• Review and settle staff claims according to financial procedures.
• Ensure payments are correctly allocated to donor and project accounts.
• Respond promptly to financial queries from internal and external stakeholders.

• Maintain accurate project fixed asset registers.
• Ensure newly purchased assets are properly recorded and capitalized.
• Conduct asset verification and ensure records remain accurate.

• Prepare and submit tax returns and related payments.
• Maintain tax records and reconcile tax accounts.
• Support implementation of financial controls to reduce errors, fraud, and compliance risks.
• Identify financial risks and recommend appropriate mitigation measures.

• Support internal and external audits by providing required financial information.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, donor regulations, and reporting frameworks.
• Maintain proper financial filing systems and documentation.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Post Graduate Diploma in Finance and Accounting is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience working in a Not-For-Profit environment.
• Experience in financial reporting, budgeting, accounting systems, and tax reporting.
• Knowledge of donor-funded projects and grant financial management is highly desirable.

• Strong understanding of financial accounting principles.
• Ability to classify, measure, and record financial transactions accurately.
• Knowledge of budgeting, costing, and financial analysis.
• Ability to interpret financial reports and perform financial ratio analysis.

• Understanding of donor compliance requirements.
• Experience preparing donor reports and expenditure analysis.
• Ability to manage grant documentation and financial controls.

• Ability to design and implement financial controls.
• Understanding of fraud prevention and financial risk management.
• Knowledge of tax compliance requirements.

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under deadlines and deliver quality results.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate integrity.
• Team player with the ability to collaborate across departments.