Grant Accountant Officer at The Wellbeing Foundation Africa (WBFA)

• The Grant Account Officer is a vital member of the WBFA finance team, responsible for ensuring accurate and timely financial management of grant-funded programs. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with strong accounting skills and experience in a non-profit setting.
• You will work collaboratively with the Director of Finance, Endowment Account Manager, Grant Account Manager, and Endowment Account Officer to ensure financial compliance with donor restrictions and WBFA policies.

Responsibilities

• Process grant receipts and disbursements in accordance with donor agreements and WBFA accounting procedures.
• Maintain accurate and detailed grant accounting records, including budgets, expenditures, and accruals.
• Prepare grant reports for donors as required by their agreements.
• Assist with grant budgeting and forecasting.
• Monitor grant activity to ensure compliance with donor restrictions and WBFA policies.
• Prepare reconciliation statements for grant accounts.
• Close out grant accounts upon completion of the program.
• Assist with internal audits related to grant funding.
• Perform other financial tasks as assigned by the Director of Finance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (preferred)
• Minimum 2 years of experience in grant accounting or a related field
• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and non-profit accounting practices
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred Skills

• Experience working with donor restrictions
• Experience with grant budgeting and forecasting
• Experience with a non-profit accounting software package (QuickBooks Non-Profit, etc.)
• Knowledge of Nigerian financial regulations