The World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) Cameroon is looking for a Junior Accountant

Want to make a positive difference to the future of people and our one shared home, the
Earth? Working with WWF could be your opportunity of a lifetime:
All around the world, people are waking up to the deepening crisis of nature loss. A growing realization
that natureis our life-support system. And that nobody will be spared from the impacts of its loss. Here
at WWF, we are helping to tackle this enormous global challenge.
Our people come from hugely diverse backgrounds and with a variety of expertise, ranging from HR
and finance to advocacy and conservation science. We welcome applications from anyone who
believes they can help us create a better future for people and wildlife.

What we do:
We are an independent conservation organization, striving to sustain the natural world for the benefit
of people and wildlife. From individuals and communities to businesses and government, we are part
of a growing coalition calling on world leaders to set nature on the path to recovery by 2030.
Together, we seekto protect and restore natural habitats, stop the mass extinction of wildlife, and
make the way we produceand consume sustainably.
For our Country Office in Cameroon, we are looking for a dynamic and committed Junior Accountant
who can support in various tasks in the Finance Department.
Reports to: Head of Accounting
Location: Yaounde, Cameroon
Duration: One (01) year
Mission of the Department:
In a spirit of excellence, integrity, and dedication, the Finance Department is committed to providing
timely, accurate, clear and complete information, and support for Conservation Department’s overall
goals to be achievedby the Cameroon Country Office (CCO) and ROA Unit at large.
Major functions:
Employees in this job correct, process and reconcile a wide variety of accounting documents such as
invoices, programme billings, employee reimbursements, cash receipts, vendor statements, and journal
vouchers; review and code financial information; prepare and process documents to disburse funds,
make deposits and prepare reports; prepare bank signatory updates, prepares consultant contracts and
grants, compile and review information for accuracy; and maintain records. Work is performed by
applying knowledge of accounting terminology and using spreadsheets and the Oracle accounting
system.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Process payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee
reimbursements, and statements;
2. Enter, update, and/or retrieve accounting data from automated systems;
3. Determine content and assemble data in order to prepare monthly reports for review;
4. File and/or remove records and reports;2
5. Assist in the timely closing of monthly account by ensuring cash management, Accounts
payable andGeneral Ledger data is up to date;
6. Perform assigned roles in the different tools (AP, GL, AGIS, Oracle, Bridger, GFS, Panda Pays,
etc.);
7. Assist in preparing cost recovery journals;
8. Respond to accounting, budget or financial queries regarding data from staff in the field site
primarily;
9. Prepare bank reconciliations and conduct analysis of general ledger accounts manually and in
the Oracle system;
10. Maintain proper control over various financial records such as commitments and expenditures
against budgeted amounts; initiate actions related to the following: general financial information,
travel payments, and procurement transactions;
11. Provide assistance to all staff services such as travel, expense claims, document retrieval, etc;
12. Perform other related duties as required.
Profile:
Required qualifications
● Degree in Accounting/finance or a related field. A professional accounting qualification such
asCertified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA) is an advantage;
● At least two (2) years of progressively responsible professional experience in financial
accounting,preferably in an international environment (NGO or Company);
● Experience working with government and donors;
● Proficiency in the use of MS Office applications, particularly advanced level in MS excel is
required;
● Experience in using ERP system is highly desirable.
Required skills and competencies
● Knowledge of automated accounting systems. Knowledge of Oracle would be an added
advantage
● Knowledge of spreadsheets and database software;
● Knowledge of general record keeping and filing systems;
● Ability to understand and apply current accounting guidelines, system updates and revisions,
and policychanges;
● Ability to reconcile and/or balance financial transactions and accounts;
● Ability to manage contracts and update bank signatories
● Ability to assist others in solving work problems;
● Adherence to WWF’s values, which are: Courage, Respect, Integrity & Collaboration.
WWF’s Values & Behaviors:
● High ethics and a personal commitment to transparency and accountability;
● Aligns and identifies with the core values of the WWF organization: Courage, Integrity, Respect
and Collaboration.
This job description covers the main tasks and conveys the spirit of the sort of tasks that are anticipated
proactively from staff. Other tasks may be assigned as necessary according to organizational needs.
Working Relationships
Internal: CCO Finance Team, the Regional Finance Team, WWF Cameroon staff
External: Donors, partners and other stakeholders, if appropriate3
How to apply?
Apply through the Link: https://cameroon.panda.org/apply_to_a_job/apply_for_a_job/
Job reference: J124
Deadline for applications: 22nd September 2024.
Thank you in advance for your interest in this position. Please note that only candidates under serious
consideration will be contacted for follow up.
WWF is an equal opportunity employer and committed to having a diverse
workforce