Finance Assistant

About the Role

The Centre for Newborn Health Research and Innovation (CeNHRI) is Nigeria's first dedicated institution focused on newborn health research, simulation-based clinical training, and evidence-driven policy engagement. We are seeking a dedicated Finance Assistant to support the effective financial and grants management of our programmes and organisational operations, helping ensure proper stewardship of resources and compliance with donor requirements.

• Maintain accurate records of day-to-day financial transactions and prepare payment requests with proper supporting documentation.
• Support routine bank, cash, and financial reconciliations while maintaining an organized filing system.
• Assist with the preparation and compilation of budget inputs, track expenditure against approved budgets, and draft variance summaries.
• Support compliance with CeNHRI financial policies, maintain audit trails, and assist with internal and external audits.
• Provide financial administrative support to programme workplans, proposals, and cross-functional project teams.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant professional experience in finance, accounting, or grants administration, preferably within an NGO or research institution.
• Professional accounting qualification or progress toward ICAN, ACCA, or equivalent is an added advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, strong attention to detail, and excellent organisational skills.
• High level of integrity, accountability, and ability to meet strict reporting deadlines.

• Competitive salary and opportunities for professional development within a pioneering research institution.
• Collaborative, mission-driven work environment focused on impactful public health outcomes in Nigeria.

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