Job Description
Global Health Systems Solutions (GHSS) is a non-governmental and not-for-profit organization dedicated to seeking innovative solutions to strengthen health systems in developing countries for effective service delivery and surveillance of infectious, non-infectious, and neglected tropical diseases. We focus in four key areas: strengthening laboratory systems services and network for an efficient health care delivery, strengthening of disease surveillance systems and facilitate health care delivery programs, operational research to inform health decisions for better patient outcomes, and empowering youths in Cameroon.
Our major collaborators include Ministries of Health, World Health Organization (WHO), United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Africa Centers for Disease Control, Mastercard Foundation and several bi-lateral organizations.
Primary duties and responsibilities
Under the guidance and supervision of the Finance Director, the Accountant will:
Collect and analyse all accounting information from all accounting activities of the company (payroll, purchases, receipts of funds, disbursements of funds, etc;
Prepare journal entries (vouchers) periodically using the chart of accounts;
Keep a register for all journal vouchers and posts journal entries to the general ledger;
Maintain books of primary entry;
Maintain and reconciles subsidiary accounts;
File all accounting documents on a regular basis;
Carry out periodic cash counts, prepares certificates and reconciles to the GL;
Carry out weekly reconciliations of third-party accounts;
Extract monthly trial balances, prepare monthly bank reconciliation statements and investigate reconciling items;
Monitor the implementation of the accounting manuals and procedures;
Ensure adherence to the budget;
Ensure implementation of recommendations of internal and external audits;
Fully be responsible for the quality and the respect of deadlines regarding any reports and schedules to donors;
Update job knowledge by keeping current with financial regulations and accepted practices; participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications;maintaining personal networks; and participating in professional organizations;
Ensure proper and valid justifications are provided for cash advances;
Report weekly expenditure analysis to Finance Director and Executive Director;
Prepare weekly work plans and activity reports;
Propose new methods to improve work efficiency, simplify operations, and modify habits to achieve a goal;
Improve competencies through: appraisal and training according to the policy and
procedures of GHSS.
Languages
– Proficiency in written and spoken English and French.
Submission of application
Complete application files comprising an application, a motivation letter, curriculum vitae, and copies of the required academic qualifications should be submitted online via recruitment@ghsscm.org.
Deadline for submission of application: March 27, 2025.
– We strongly welcome early applications. Consideration will be given to candidates who submitted a complete application file and on time.
– Only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.
– If you have not been contacted fifteen (15) days after closing, consider your application unsuccessful.
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
– At least 3 years of work experience in financial management, accounting, or project
finance.
– Experience working with NGOs, Government agencies, or international organizations will
equally be considered as an asset;
– A master’s degree in accounting or a ACCA certificate will be an added advantage.
Must Have
– Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and financial software; familiarity with financial analysis tools is an advantage.
– Perfect mastery of the chart of accounts;
– Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and documentation skills.
– Effective communication and interpersonal skills to work with regional teams,
beneficiaries, and stakeholders.
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