Finance and Administrative Manager at Catering to Africans In Need (CAIN)

About the Role

Catering to Africans In Need (CAIN) is seeking an experienced Finance and Administrative Manager to oversee financial operations and day-to-day administrative functions. This is a key leadership position responsible for managing budgets, financial reporting, compliance, and supporting organizational operations across Lagos.

Finance Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage budgets – Develop annual budgets, monitor expenditures, and ensure alignment with organizational goals
• Maintain accurate financial records – Record transactions, manage ledgers, and oversee financial reporting
• Generate financial reports – Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for management, donors, and regulatory bodies
• Ensure regulatory compliance – File tax returns, process payroll, and ensure compliance with statutory requirements (including SCUML, FIRS, LIRS, pension, and other regulations)
• Manage audits – Liaise with external auditors, prepare audit documents, and implement recommendations
• Oversee cash flow and bank reconciliations – Monitor bank accounts, manage petty cash, and ensure healthy liquidity
• Support grant reporting – Track donor funds, prepare financial reports for grants, and ensure proper fund allocation

Administrative Responsibilities

• Office management – Ensure smooth day-to-day operations of the office, including supplies, utilities, and facilities management
• Staff support and HR coordination – Maintain personnel records, support employee onboarding and offboarding, track leave, and ensure policy compliance
• Vendor and contract management – Oversee procurement, manage service contracts, and ensure timely payments
• Documentation and compliance – Maintain up-to-date organizational documents, licenses, and policies
• Support leadership – Assist senior management with research, fundraising, strategic planning, program execution, reporting, and evaluation
• Coordinate logistics – Oversee travel arrangements, meetings, training sessions, and internal events
• IT and asset management – Track office assets and support basic technology needs or liaise with vendors for technical support
• Internal communication – Facilitate effective communication across teams to ensure smooth coordination and efficient project and program delivery

Requirements

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