Assistant accountant at Small Mammal Conservation Organization (SMACON) in Calabar, Cross River

Organization:

Small Mammal Conservation Organization (SMACON)

Job Location:

Calabar, Cross River

Employment Type:

Full-time
Date Posted:

Job Description

Scope / Duties

  • Oversee periodic balance check and documentation
  • Organize financial yearly documentation and statements
  • Ensure prompt entry of financial initiatives into financial system
  • Organize financial plans for grant applications
  • Ensure SMACON meets donors’ finance reporting requirements  
  • Make sure that SMACON follows with federal and state financial and tax qualifications
  • Preserve financial guard and suitable spending through internal regulates
  • Resolve financial discrepancies through deep evaluation of accounts and finance records
  • Answer to the Head Financial officer

​Qualifications / Credentials

  • Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree/BA/Higher national diploma in Accounting, Management, or associated disciplines
  • ICAN or equivalent qualifications is a plus
  • Must be capable to operate with QuickBooks

​​​Expertise:

  • Must possess background in financial recordkeeping
  • Bank and audit officer communication link
  • Applicable post-certification expertise
  • Prior expertise with a non-governmental org. is a plus

​Competencies:

  • Should possess fluency in spoken and documented English
  • Logical, physically structured, and good documentation-skilled in writing
  • Outstanding bargain and people skills
  • Deep understanding of financial operational structures, finance Management, and status updates
  • Must be a good team player​​.​

Application Due Date

  • Tuesday 30th Sep, 2025

Steps To Apply

Suitable applicants should: Click here to submit application online Note Applicants will be necessary to upload a copy of your cover letter and Resume. Make sure that both files are merged into a single pdf file. Applications will be examined on a rolling basis, and only select applicants will be reached.

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