JOB ADVERSEMENT – CHP CARE and Health Program Cameroon: Accounting Officer for the CHILL project

A- BACKGROUND

Cameroon has among the highest burden of HIV in West and Central Africa (2.7% among average risk reproductive age adults – DHS 2018). High HIV prevalence is associated with high-risk sexual behaviors such as inconsistent use of condoms and lubricants and a high rate of sexually transmitted infections (STI). Stigma and discrimination have further marginalized key populations limiting their access to life-saving services such as anti-retroviral therapy (ART) and reducing the country’s ability to control the HIV epidemic.
The national response is led by the National AIDS Control Committee (NACC), which coordinates implementation of the National HIV/AIDS Strategic Plan 2021-2023. This policy aims to reduce HIV and STI-related morbidity and mortality and alleviate its socioeconomic impact on the development of Cameroon. Among strategic approaches, the plan stresses improved access to prevention, care and treatment for key populations.

The USAID-funded Community HIV/AIDS Investments for Longer and healthier Lives (CHILL) has the following objectives: (1) HIV testing for Key and Priority populations (KPs & PP); (2) ART uptake for KPs and PPs by ensuring that those who test positive are actively linked to treatment as soon as possible; and (3) improving retention in treatment through improved linkages between facility and community-based services, and reinforced community-based support for adherence and client follow-up.
Care and Health Program (CHP) is the CHILL prime and will lead the program in partnership with fifteen local community-based organizations (CBO). The consortium is collaborating with the Ministry of Public Health (MOH), NACC and other stakeholders to build the capacity of the national, regional and community response.
These efforts will expand service coverage in five focus regions and generate data for evidence-based programming through the implementation of evidence-based prevention, care and treatment services to key and priority populations in Cameroon.
In the context of this project, CHP is recruiting an Accounting Officer for the CHILL project with the following criteria:

PROJECT PERIOD: 5 years
CONTRACT PERIOD: 1 year, beginning from October 2nd 2023
PLACE: Yaounde- CHILL/CHP Head office
CONTRACT TYPE: FTC
TRIAL PERIOD: 3 Months renewable ounce.

B. JOB SUMMARY
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
The Incumbent will report to the Deputy Chief of Party in charge of Finance and Operations (DCOP FO), and will have the following duties:
• Responsible for monitoring all financial flows by keeping cash and bank books as well as keying in accounting data in the accounting software, and ensuring the archiving of accounting records.
• Responsible for reconciling account balances and bank statements, maintaining the general ledger and preparing month-end closing procedures.
• Ensure the accuracy and efficiency of all accounting tasks
• Verify, assign, account for and reconcile the accounts of the CHILL project and partner CBOs,
• Produce error-free accounting reports and present their results;
• Analyzes financial information and summarizes the financial situation of the CHILL project;
• Identify errors and propose solutions to improve efficiency and reduce unnecessary expenses;
• Provide technical assistance and advice to Subgrant Officers;
• Review and recommend changes to accounting systems and procedures;
• Participate in the process of setting the objectives of the accounting department;
• Prepare financial statements and present the budget according to the pre-established schedule;
• Assist with tax audits and tax returns;

• Lead internal and external audits to ensure compliance;
• Plan, assign and review employee work;
• Take care of the closing procedures at the end of the month and year and that the accounting documents are filed;
• Establish and detail business processes and accounting policies to ensure and strengthen internal controls;
• Ensure compliance with accounting management principles with the 2024 Finance Act.
• Contact the Senior Subgrants Officer to improve financial procedures
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
• Hold at a bachelor degree in accounting.
Experience
• Minimum professional experience of 3 years working with a national or international NGO or development project/program
Skills
• Have excellent analytical skills with a solid knowledge of accounting principles to analyze financial reports and forecasts.
• Have experience in collaborating and/or managing a team of accountants and junior accountants.
• Have a spirit of precision, rigor and analysis
• Have a high sense of responsibility and initiative
• Proficient in the use of common computer tools and software, especially Word and Excel; Mastery of Access would be an asset
• Ability to work under pressure and in a multi-ethnic environment
• Fluency in English would be an asset;
• Proficiency in computer tools and software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

C- DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AND APPLICATION

If you are interested in pursuing any of these opportunities, please submit a resume A CV, a cover letter including contacts of at least 03 references, a copy of the certificates/diplomas and ID card will be submitted by the 30th August 2023 i n our offices located behind the “center regional office of taxation at Omnisport” or send by email to chp@carehealthprogram.org.

D- OTHER INFORMATION
• Female candidates are encouraged;
• Please specify your preferred town for the position;
• Only selected candidates will be called.

The Executive Director