Finance Assistant

About the Role

The Finance Assistant position at African Youth Action Network (AYAN) is integral to ensuring the organization’s financial processes run smoothly and comply with applicable regulations. This role is crucial in supporting the team’s financial operations, facilitating accurate bookkeeping, payroll administration, and project reporting. In your first few months, you will engage in daily transaction processing, assist in payroll preparation, and contribute to financial audits, all while gaining experience in the nonprofit sector. Your work will directly impact the financial health of the organization and its partners, thereby supporting community development initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately record daily financial transactions in the approved accounting systems, ensuring compliance with AYAN’s policies.
• Prepare and verify payment documentation, process approved payments, and maintain comprehensive accounts payable and receivable records.
• Assist in monthly payroll preparation, ensuring organized records are maintained and that all statutory obligations are met.
• Support the preparation of financial reports, including budget monitoring and month-end closing activities.
• File and manage all financial documents systematically, both in physical and digital formats, in accordance with AYAN’s standards.
• Collaborate with partner organizations by providing financial training and support to ensure compliance with grant requirements.

Requirements & Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Economics, or a related field is essential for this role.
• At least two years of relevant experience in finance or accounting, ideally within a nonprofit or donor-funded environment.
• Proficiency in bookkeeping, payroll processes, taxation, budgeting, and cash management is crucial for success.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with accounting software such as QuickBooks are necessary for daily tasks.
• Experience in supporting partner organizations or managing grants will be considered an advantage in this position.

What You’ll Gain

• Experience in financial management within the nonprofit sector, enhancing your understanding of compliance and reporting.
• Development of strong analytical and organizational skills through regular financial tracking and reporting responsibilities.
• Opportunities to build professional relationships with community-based organizations and gain insights into grant management.
• Access to training and professional development resources that can aid in advancing your career in finance.

How to Apply

To apply for the Finance Assistant position, please submit your application using the online form available at the following link: Apply here. Remember to complete your application by Friday, 23rd October 2026.