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ACCOUNTANT – Emploi Service

Emploi Service research one Accountant for client based at Bafoussam Cameroun,

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ACCOUNTANT

The Accountant will be expected to perform accounting functions and conducts the theory and practice of recording, classifying, examining and analyzing data and records of financial transactions.

He/She will review and consolidate Country Office financials on a monthly basis, processes and records journal entries, cash receipts/field cash management and wire payments.

Maintains general ledger accounts and supporting sub-ledgers and produces various accounting reports.

The position will be based in Bafoussam, Cameroon and will report to the Finance Manager.

Areas of Responsibility:

  • Applies accounting principles and practices to a limited range of accounting, budgeting, forecasting, cost accounting and/or other fiscal functions. 
  • Provides support for field programs by conducting live meeting training on financial systems and processes.
  • Works with Global Program Management (GPM) staff to help them understand the financial aspects of the assigned Country Offices.
  • Reviews Country Office monthly financial reports for month end closings involving cash and travel reconciliations, accuracy of reports, and cost allowances.
  • Work may include reconciliation of accounts or reports, examination of various financial statements for accuracy, completeness, and conformance to guidelines, and maintenance of subsidiary ledgers.
  • Assists in various financial analysis projects and closure of accounting records.
  • Reconciles US based sub recipients with the General Ledger accounts.
  • Prepares reports and statements requiring interpretation and analysis
  • Reviews inter department cash requests and journal entries.
  • Assists with internal and external audit request.
  • Prepares field office risk assessment reports.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree or its International Equivalent – Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or Related Field
  • 3-5 years of accounting experience in public accounting firm or a large company
  • Proficiency in spreadsheet software required.
  • Must demonstrate excellent analytical and organizational skills. Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English and French.
  • Prior team lead experience preferred. Prior work experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO).
  • Exceptional skills in automated accounting systems and use of Excel spreadsheets.
  • Excellent record of accurate and on-time reporting to donor agencies.
  • Knowledge in generally-accepted accounting, budgeting and fiscal control principles.
  • Demonstrated ability to create and maintain effective working relations with NGO partners, community-based organizations and international donor agencies.
  • Explains basic accounting trends and variations from prior periods, budget and/or forecast. Resolves basic issues with ledger accounts and internal policies and procedures.
  • Demonstrates an understanding of system functionality to provide answers for financial requests.
  • Demonstrated leadership qualities, depth and breadth of financial management expertise.
  • Strong interpersonal, writing and oral presentation skills in French and English.
  • Ability to work independently and manage a high volume workflow.
  • For Cameroon nationals or individuals with due authorization to work in Cameroon only.

Intéressé(e)  par cette offre ? Prière de postuler directement dans notre site web : www.emploiservice.cm ou à l’adresse suivante : interim@emploiservice.cm au plus tard le 31 Mars 2020.

La référence de votre dossier de candidature portera la mention : ACC_06032020

Contrat :CDI
Disponibilité :Immédiate
Lieu de travail :Bafoussam – Cameroun
Expérience demandée :48 mois
 

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