Accountant – Strengthening Financial Integrity in Humanitarian Aid at Medecins Sans Frontieres - MY NGO JOBS

In the complex landscape of international medical relief, financial transparency is the bedrock of trust and operational success. Every life-saving intervention depends on the meticulous management of resources to ensure that aid reaches those most in debt to conflict, disease, and disaster. By stepping into this role, you become a guardian of the mission’s resources, ensuring that every cent is accounted for and utilized to provide impartial medical care to vulnerable populations in Anambra State.

Job Summary

The Accountant is responsible for the rigorous oversight of project finances, ensuring that all monetary transactions align with both international humanitarian standards and local legal requirements. You will manage the flow of funds, maintain the integrity of our accounting software, and provide the analytical insights necessary for sustainable project growth. Your expertise will guarantee that our medical teams are fully supported by a transparent, efficient, and compliant financial infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Cash Control

Treasury Oversight: Supervise daily cash and check operations, ensuring that all disbursements are backed by verified documentation and authorized signatures.
Audit-Ready Reconciliation: Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly physical cash counts and reconciliations to ensure that internal ledgers perfectly mirror actual holdings.
Forex & Petty Cash: Manage currency exchange operations according to mission policy and investigate any discrepancies within petty cash boxes immediately.
Expense Analysis: Track and analyze service contracts, utility bills, and vouchers to provide management with accurate, real-time cost data.

Accounting Systems & Compliance

Digital Encoding: Utilize specialized accounting software (Unifield) to record transactions, ensuring high-quality data entry for month-end and year-end closures.
Tax Administration: Calculate, collect, and remit all relevant statutory taxes to the appropriate authorities, ensuring the organization remains in good standing with local fiscal laws.
Inter-Mission Transfers: Manage the encoding of salaries and internal fund transfers, matching advances with settlements to maintain a clean balance sheet.
Policy Implementation: Serve as a technical resource to ensure all staff adhere to Financial Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) before any payments are processed.

Project Support & Documentation

Budget Monitoring: Assist in cost analysis and budget tracking for new construction projects and medical initiatives.
Digital Archiving: Organize the scanning and systematic filing of all financial vouchers and annexes, ensuring a seamless trail for internal and external audits.
Proactive Reporting: Maintain a constant line of communication with supervisors regarding financial risks or performance hurdles.

Why This Role is Important

Accurate accounting is more than just “keeping the books”—it is a humanitarian act. By ensuring financial compliance and preventing resource leakage, you maximize the impact of every donation. Your work allows the organization to remain independent and neutral, proving to our donors and the communities we serve that we are responsible stewards of the aid entrusted to us.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

Academic Foundation: A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting is mandatory.
Professional Credentials: Possession of a certification in Accounting, Finance, or Management (e.g., ICAN, ANAN) is highly desirable.
Sector Experience: Minimum of 2 years in a professional accounting role. Preference is given to those who have worked with International NGOs or in challenging, field-based environments.
Technical Savvy: Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with accounting software (knowledge of UniField is a significant advantage).
Linguistic Ability: Fluent in English, Igbo, and Pidgin English (both written and spoken).
Core Values: A high degree of behavioral flexibility, stress management skills, and a total commitment to humanitarian principles.

About the Organization

We are a global medical movement providing emergency assistance based solely on need, irrespective of race, religion, or political affiliation. Our teams work in over 70 countries, often in the most remote or dangerous locations, to treat victims of war and neglected diseases. We prioritize independence and medical ethics, speaking out against the injustices we witness in the field. In Nigeria, our projects focus on maternal health, lead poisoning, and emergency medical responses, powered by a dedicated team of professionals committed to human dignity.

Benefits & Expectations

Salary: We offer a competitive salary package designed for the humanitarian sector.
Growth: Opportunities for professional development within a world-renowned international organization.
Contract: This is a “Definite” contract based in Awka, Anambra.

Application Details

Location: Awka, Anambra State (Local residents/indigenes preferred).
Deadline: 27th December 2025.
How to Apply: Qualified candidates should submit their CV, a tailored cover letter, relevant certificates, and NYSC discharge/exemption documents via our Application Portal.

Tips for Applicants

Be Detail-Oriented: Your application is the first test of your accounting precision. Ensure there are no typos in your financial history or contact details.
Highlight Software Skills: If you have used Unifield or similar ERP systems, make sure this stands out on your resume.
Local Context: Mention your familiarity with the Anambra State tax environment or your ability to communicate effectively in local dialects, as this is vital for the role.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and encourage applications from both men and women who meet the criteria.