Grant Finance Officer at NACOSA

The duties and responsibilities will include, but not limited to:

• Support the Finance Team in reviewing and verifying implementing partners’ monthly financial transactions.
• Monitor expenditure against approved budgets and donor requirements.
• Ensure transactions and supporting documentation comply with donor rules, organisational policies, and financial procedures.
• Assist with the processing and review of monthly grant disbursements.
• Conduct financial compliance assessments and follow up on identified issues.
• Provide accounting and financial management support to implementing partners.
• Assist partners with budget preparation, budget monitoring, and financial reporting.
• Provide capacity development and guidance to implementing partners on accounting processes, financial controls, and compliance.
• Review financial reports and supporting documentation for completeness, accuracy, and compliance.
• Support the Finance Team with reconciliations, reporting, and other accounting activities as required.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure appropriate documentation is retained.
• Contribute to strengthening financial controls and improving grant financial management processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• At least 3 years’ experience in an accounting or finance position.
• Strong understanding of accounting processes and principles.
• Good knowledge of Balance Sheets and Income Statements.
• Experience with the full accounting cycle, from accounts processing through to preparation of financial statements.
• Experience working with accounting software and ERP systems.
• NETSUITE experience will be an advantage.
• Good understanding of financial controls, compliance, and budget monitoring.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with implementing partners and internal teams.

 Personal Competencies 

• Detail-oriented and highly organised.
• Able to analyse financial information and identify discrepancies or compliance issues.
• Comfortable working with multiple stakeholders and deadlines.
• Proactive, reliable, and able to work independently.
• Committed to maintaining high standards of financial integrity and accountability.
• Able to communicate financial information clearly to both finance and non-finance colleagues.