Project/Grant Accountant at Catholic Relief Services (CRS)

 

Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is recruiting a Project/Grant Accountant to support the financial management, accounting, reporting and compliance requirements of its projects and grants in Nigeria. The position is based in Abuja, Nigeria, and is suitable for experienced accounting and finance professionals with experience in NGO, banking or other financial environments.

The successful candidate will help ensure that project and grant financial activities comply with CRS accounting standards, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), donor requirements and applicable regulations. The current listing requires a minimum of five years of relevant experience.

Job Overview

• Position: Project/Grant Accountant
• Organization: Catholic Relief Services (CRS)
• Location: Abuja, Nigeria
• Job Field: Finance / Accounting / Audit
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of relevant experience
• Qualification: Bachelor's degree or professional accounting qualification
• Application Deadline: Not specified in the current listing
• Application: Online

About Catholic Relief Services

Catholic Relief Services is an international humanitarian and development organization working to support people affected by poverty, emergencies and other challenges.

CRS implements programmes through both church and non-church partners and places emphasis on strengthening the capacity of partner organizations to deliver effective programmes and manage resources responsibly.

The organization operates internationally across areas including emergency response, health, agriculture, education, peacebuilding and other development interventions. Its financial teams play an important role in ensuring that programme resources are properly managed and reported.

Job Purpose

The Project/Grant Accountant will help coordinate and implement project and grant accounting policies and procedures in accordance with CRS standards, GAAP, donor rules and applicable legal requirements.

The role involves maintaining accurate financial records, reviewing transactions and supporting documentation, preparing financial information and contributing to financial reporting throughout the project or grant lifecycle.

Depending on the project portfolio and its complexity, the accountant may be responsible for accounting and financial reporting activities involving either payable or receivable transactions.

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Key Responsibilities

The Project/Grant Accountant will contribute to effective financial management by performing accounting and reporting activities for assigned projects and grants.

Key areas of responsibility include:

Financial Management

The successful candidate will support the implementation of sound accounting and financial reporting procedures and ensure that financial transactions are properly documented, authorized and recorded.

Responsibilities may include reviewing financial documents, verifying account information, preparing accounting entries and maintaining accurate financial records.

The role also requires close attention to project budgets, expenditures and financial reporting requirements.

Grant and Partner Financial Management

The accountant may support financial management activities involving sub-recipients and project partners.

This can include reviewing partner financial reports and supporting documentation, monitoring compliance with agreed procedures and providing financial guidance where necessary.

CRS has previously described Project/Grant Accountant responsibilities as including partner financial monitoring, capacity building and technical assistance.

Compliance and Donor Requirements

The successful candidate will help ensure that financial activities comply with CRS policies, donor regulations, GAAP and relevant legal requirements.

Knowledge of public donor regulations is listed as a preferred qualification for the current position.

The accountant should be able to identify inconsistencies, maintain appropriate documentation and support corrective actions when financial or compliance issues are identified.

Financial Reporting

The position contributes to the preparation and delivery of accurate financial reports for projects and grants.

The accountant may also support financial analysis, reconciliation, account reviews and other reporting requirements throughout the grant lifecycle.

Required Skills and Competencies

Applicants should demonstrate:

• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to identify inconsistencies.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Accuracy and thoroughness in financial work.
• Ethical conduct in line with professional and organizational codes of ethics.
• A proactive and resourceful approach to work.
• Solutions-oriented and results-oriented thinking.
• Ability to work effectively with colleagues and partners.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

CRS also lists proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and web conferencing tools among the preferred technical skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Additional qualifications that can strengthen an applicant's profile include:

• Knowledge of relevant public donor regulations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Visio.
• Experience with web conferencing applications.
• Knowledge of SunSystems or similar financial reporting/accounting software.

Experience with financial management systems can be particularly useful for applicants working with complex project and grant portfolios.

Educational Requirements

Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Business Administration with accounting courses, or an equivalent professional accounting qualification such as CPA, ACCA or ICAN.

A Master's degree in Accounting or Finance is an added advantage.

The current listing requires a minimum of five years of experience in a position with similar responsibilities, preferably within an international or local NGO or a financial/banking institution.

Application Deadline 

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The current September 2026 listing does not specify an application closing date. Interested candidates should therefore check the official recruitment portal and apply as soon as possible rather than waiting for a stated deadline.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application through the Catholic Relief Services recruitment platform.

Application Portal: Interested and qualified? Go to Catholic Relief Services (CRS) on eipn.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com to apply

Applicants should ensure that their CV clearly demonstrates their accounting experience, financial reporting skills, donor compliance knowledge and experience working with projects, grants, NGOs or financial institutions.

Important Note

The Project/Grant Accountant position requires more than general accounting knowledge. Candidates should be prepared to demonstrate experience in financial management, project/grant accounting, compliance, reporting and working with multiple stakeholders.

Applicants with professional accounting qualifications such as ICAN, ACCA or CPA, together with relevant NGO or financial-sector experience, should highlight these qualifications clearly in their CV.