Finance Officer

The Sanitas Health and Development Foundation (SANHDEF) is a non-governmental organization committed to strengthening health systems and advancing sustainable development goals through strategic support in policy, service delivery, and capacity building.

SANHDEF has been engaged by the Gates Foundation (GF) to implement a three (3) year Health System Strengthening (HSS) Project in Kano State. The project will support the State in developing realistic plans to optimize its health systems, improve health outcomes, and build a more resilient healthcare infrastructure capable of meeting the needs of its growing population.

We are seeking highly motivated and skilled professionals to join our State-level team in various critical roles.

The Finance Officer is responsible for overseeing financial operations at the State level, including budget preparation, expenditure monitoring, and maintaining accurate financial records. The role ensures compliance with financial regulations and organizational policies, while supporting planning, reporting, and audit processes to enable effective financial management.

• Process payments, invoices, and staff reimbursements in a timely and accurate manner.
• Ensure compliance with internal financial policies and external regulatory requirements.
• Assist with the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Liaise with auditors and provide documentation as required.
• Monitor and manage petty cash and banking transactions.
• Track expenditures and ensure alignment with approved budgets.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial files and documentation.
• Support procurement processes and financial aspects of contract management.
• Ensure timely retirements of state office funds, and reporting to the head office.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Professional certification (or part-qualified), such as ICAN, ACCA, is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant financial management experience.
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations, budgeting, and reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage).

• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and integrity.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles (e.g., IFRS, GAAP) and ability to prepare financial statements.
• Competence in budget preparation, expenditure tracking, and financial forecasting.
• Ability to interpret financial data, perform variance analysis, and provide actionable insights.
• Familiarity with tax laws, audit requirements, and financial regulations applicable to the organization.
• Experience with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle, SAGE).

• Updated CV and application letter
• Copies of academic and professional certificates including state of origin
• Contact details of two professional referees