Finance Officer

Yaoundé, Cameroon

 Position: Finance Officer

Location: Yaoundé, Cameroon

Reports To: Finance Manager

Interface: Administration Officer, HR and Logistics.

 Summary of the Position:

 The Finance Officer reports to the WCS Cameroon Finance Manager.

He is based in Yaoundé with the possibility to travel to various project sites in Cameroon. This position is responsible for assisting the Finance Manager in all aspect of Finance and Administration in Cameroon. This position is responsible for processing, recording and monitoring all the payment in WCS Cameroon (Yaoundé), verifying the accuracy of the documentation before processing any financial transaction and providing any information to WCS Cameroon regarding accounting practices and procedures.

 Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

 Accounting

 ·        Prepare all the financial transactions (internal and external payment) in accordance with the

               WCS policy.

·        Prior payment, prepare bank payment vouchers and corresponding journal vouchers (Prepayment, accruals, etc.) and submit them to Finance Manager for review and approval by Director.

·        Record on weekly basis all bank payments vouchers including journal vouchers in the WCS JV template and submit them to Finance Manager for review.

·        Prepare the monthly bank reconciliation and submit it to the Finance Manager for review.

·        Ensure the physical and electronic archiving of the bank documentation

Reconciliation of the balance sheet of the general ledger accounts

·        Verify and close monitors of the staff advance and provides monthly status with the recommendation proposal to undertake to ensure the timely regular cleaning.

·        Verify all the accruals and prepayments to ensure that they are taken into consideration with their corresponding invoices at the end of every month.

·        Participate in the preparation of the monthly accounting report

·        Ensure the monthly closing of accounts

·        Prepare the monthly receivable and payable reports and submit them to FM for review.

·        Provide assistance in the reconciliation of the balance sheet of the general ledger accounts payable and receivable.

Internal Controls and Audits

·        Ensure proper implementation and respect of internal control systems, WCS policies and guidelines.

·        Assist with internal and external audits, as required.

Payment of CNPS and Taxes

·        Control and prepare the CNPS payment of WCS Cameroon Program.

·        Declare and pay the WCS Cameroon Program taxes (IRPP and withholding tax).

·        Follow up the submission of the monthly timesheet of all staff before processing the salary payment.

Others

·        Collaborate with the Logistics department to ensure the update of the asset list at reception of the assets and asset tag.

·        Monitor the logistics files, insurance policy, office rent, vehicle registration and any other legal requirement to facilitate the operations of WCS in Cameroon

·        Perform any other duty assigned by the management.

Requirements:

·        Advanced Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or any other related field.

·        Full fluency in Microsoft office, particularly Excel spreadsheets, graphing and chart functions.

·        Having at least 2 years of experience and some experience in administration and human resources management could be a plus.

·        Willingness to travel to field sites.

·        Demonstration of strong writing, communication, and presentation skills.

 How to apply:

Interested candidates, who meet the above qualifications, skills, and experience, should apply and send their CV and Cover Letter through rhrecruitment@wcs.org by copying  ngedeonngaombawah@wcs.org before  November 8th ,2024.

WCS is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to hiring and supporting a diverse workforce. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment and look for future team members who share that same value.