Chemonics International Inc recrute un manager de finances, Yaoundé, Cameroun
Job description/scope of work :
Job title : Finance Manager
Job location: Yaoundé, Cameroon
Reports to : Country Director
Project : United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Global Health Supply Chain Program– Procurement and Supply Management (GHSC-PSM) Cameroon
Background :
The Procurement and Supply Management project will be the primary vehicle through which USAID will 1) procure and provide health commodities, 2) provide technical assistance to improve partner countries’ management of the supply chain, and 3) collaborate with key international stakeholders to support global health initiatives. The Cameroon office will work under two project’s task orders (HIV/AIDS and Malaria) to provide commodities and supply chain technical assistance. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities :
- Overall financial management of GHSC-PSM Cameroon, ensuring strict adherence to Chemonics policies and procedures and USAID rules and regulations ;
- Supervise the accounting functions within the project. Plan, organize, assign, review, and evaluate the work of finance staff and provide staff guidance and mentoring. Conduct performance reviews for Accountant ;
- Supervise accounting cycle to include preparation and appropriate documentation of journal entries, payment requests, and general ledger reconciliations ;
- Ensure that incurred costs are allowable, allocable and reasonable in accordance with USAID cost principles and Chemonics policies and procedures ;
- Review and approve accounting and supporting documents and transactions to ensure accuracy, completeness and compliance with Chemonics policies and procedures and USAID regulations ;
- Review accurate, complete and timely financial reporting using ABACUS system, including monthly accrual/projection spreadsheets, and ensure timely submission to the home office (HO). Prepare and/or review ad hoc analysis and reporting as needed. Monitor preparation and perform analysis of financial reports relative to budget and monthly forecasting ;
- Oversee monthly wire transfer requests for submission to the HO and manage local bank accounts to ensure sufficient availability of funds for project needs ;
- Review the internal financial control systems to ensure that appropriate mechanisms, procedures, and systems are in place. Ensure proper safeguards of funds and compliance with established USAID and Chemonics financial and accounting procedures ;
- Review and ensure proper authorization and approval and timely processing of payment/reimbursement requests for employees/suppliers/vendors ;
- Plan, perform and supervise internal audits of accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, and petty cash ;
- Review and approve bank reconciliations and reconciliation of petty cash and fund report at time of replenishment ;
- Review submission of all tax withholdings (payroll income tax, deduction at source) to relevant parties ;
- Review payroll and ensure allocation of payroll costs to appropriate general ledger accounts ;
- Work closely with internal and external auditors during field program audits ;
- Serve as a resource person for technical and finance staff on Chemonics and USAID policies, procedures, and regulations ;
- Serve as the main point of contact for the project management unit (PMU) in Washington for all matters related to project finance ;
- Interact with bank and other officials on an as-needed basis ;
- Perform other duties as required or assigned.
Job Qualifications :
- Bachelor’s degree in related field required, Master’s degree strongly preferred ;
- Minimum of 8 years’ experience; USAID experience desirable ;
- Excellent interpersonal and communications skills ;
- Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity ;
- Fluency in English and French required ;
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as a team member ;
- Ability to supervise staff and delegate effectively ;
- Ability to manage a wide range of activities while meeting deadlines with high quality results ;
- Demonstrated strong attention to details ;
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in both French and English ;
- Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to serve as a professional mentor ;
- Willingness to travel inside and outside the country as needed.
Location of Assignment : The location of assignment is Yaoundé, Cameroon. Intermittent local travel may be required.
Supervision : The Finance Manager will report directly to the Country Director or his/her designee.