Finance and Grants Manager

About the Role

The Centre for Newborn Health Research and Innovation (CeNHRI), Nigeria’s premier institution dedicated to newborn health research and clinical training, is seeking a talented Finance and Grants Manager. This pivotal role ensures the robust financial management of our programmes, driving impactful health outcomes through meticulous budgeting, grant compliance, and transparent accounting practices.

• Manage day-to-day financial transactions, general ledger accuracy, and routine cash and bank reconciliations.
• Monitor organizational and programme expenditures against approved budgets, identifying variances and financial risks.
• Administer grant financial portfolios, ensuring strict adherence to donor requirements and timely financial reporting.
• Prepare comprehensive documentation, schedules, and audit trails to support internal and external audits.
• Collaborate closely with the Executive Director and programme teams to provide financial insights for strategic planning and grant proposals.

• Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 4 years of professional experience in finance, accounting, or grants administration within NGOs or research institutions.
• Professional accounting certification or active progress toward ICAN, ACCA, or equivalent is highly advantageous.
• Demonstrated expertise in donor-funded financial reporting, budgeting, and regulatory compliance.
• Exceptional proficiency in Microsoft Excel, financial software, and data management.

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
• A collaborative, mission-driven work environment dedicated to saving newborn lives in Nigeria.

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