Job Title: Finance and Administration Officer

Hiring Organisation: First Multiple Microfinance Bank Limited (FMMFB)
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Sector: Banking
Job Type: Full Time
Career Level: Intermediate
Job Reference: BBR-000994

Deadline for Submission: Tue 30 Aug 2022
Duration: Full Time
Job Reference: BBR-000994
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Job Summary

On behalf of First Multiple Microfinance Bank Limited (FMMFB), BlueBrain Services Ltd are looking to hire an experienced finance and administration officer who would manage finance, administrative and daily business operations.

About the Hiring Organisation

First Multiple Microfinance Bank Limited is a contemporary microfinance bank licensed by the Central Bank of Nigeria in 2009. The bank provides traditional microfinance services to customers as well as support to smallholder farmers through cooperative micro-lending schemes that focus on enhancing smallholder farmer productivity and capacity in the Agribusiness space.

Job Purpose

The Finance and Administration Officer will manage finance, administrative and logistics activities. The FAO will see to the daily business operations of the office.

 

Job Description

·       Preparation of periodic financial statements for the management 

·       Review and prepare a monthly budget performance report (Budget vs Actual)

·       Financial Analyses and planning

·       Account receivable and payable management 

·       Financial reporting

·       Ensure the integrity of data in the accounting software

·       Monitor vendors and contractors’ obligations and liabilities

·       Monthly report and monitoring of schedule of contract obligations

·       Management of fixed asset register

·       Remittance of PAYE, WHT, ITF, NSITF and other obligations

·       Payroll management 

·       Effective cost optimizations

·       Investment in treasury management

·       Manage the office premises to ensure smooth running of the office

·       Organize and set up meetings as requested

·       Develop and maintain an efficient up-to-date stock of office supplies and ensure restock of items required and approved

·       Review procurement requisitions and purchase records for required approval

·       Send out Request for Quotes (RFQs), receiving quotes, negotiating prices with vendors etc.

·       Establish Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) and Service Level Agreements (SLAs)

·       Liaise with the office building management on building services such as security, generator, parking spaces, etc.

·       Supervise Office Drivers and usage of office vehicles

·       Work with the IT support staff to ensure efficient operation of the local area network

·       Coordinate the inspection and receipt of supplies and goods. Ensure that staff needs for office equipment, supplies, and furniture are met in a timely and efficient manner

·       Provide logistics support for office activities

·       Any other duties assigned

Competencies Required

·       B.sc/HND accounting 

·       3-4 years’ experience in a microfinance bank

·       PE 1 ICAN exam completed 

·       Microsoft word/excel proficiency 

·       Excellent report writing skills 

·       High level of commitment and enthusiasm

·       Excellent communication skills (written and spoken) in English, Pidgin English, and any Nigerian language

·       Ability to work effectively under pressure and to manage competing priorities

·       Outstanding team player and willingness to learn and support learning of others

·       Present professional behavior and outlook always

Equal Opportunity Employer Clause

BlueBrain Services IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, political affiliation, marital status, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, membership, or non-membership in an employee organization, or on the basis of personal favouritism or other non-merit factors, except where otherwise provided by law.