*MUFID UNION IS RECRUITING 1 ACCOUNTANT LATEST June 10, 2025, at 5:00 PM IN YAOUNDE*

MUFID UNION CALL FOR APPLICATIONS FOR THE RECRUITMENT OF ONE (01) ACCOUNTANT AT MUFID UNION

Code: 24003

Publication Date: May 16, 2025

Position to be recruited: 01 Accountant (M/F)

Location: Yaoundé

Contract Type: Permanent contract (CDI)

Application Deadline: June 10, 2025

1. Context and Justification

The Union of Financial Development Mutuals (MUFID UNION COOP CA) serves as the umbrella organization for a network of 120 MUFID branches and service points across the ten regions of Cameroon. Established on October 30, 2019, during its Constitutive General Assembly at the Yaoundé Congress Center, MUFID UNION was approved by Cameroon’s Monetary Authority on April 22, 2020, following a favorable opinion from the Central African Banking Commission (COBAC). In compliance with COBAC regulations, MUFID UNION provides technical and financial assistance to its affiliated MUFID institutions, all authorized by the Monetary Authority and COBAC, with the first MUFID opening in 1992.

2. Ambitions

As a major player in microfinance in Cameroon, the MUFID network aims to become:

A leader in agricultural and rural financing in Cameroon.

A key actor in financial inclusion, supporting micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises in their development.

To achieve these ambitions, MUFID UNION seeks to recruit one (01) Accountant (M/F) to strengthen its expertise.

Main Missions

Manage daily financial transactions, ensure bank reconciliations, and guarantee compliance with regulations for Category 1 Microfinance Institutions (EMF).

Identify and optimize banking processes in collaboration with other entities.

Monitor cash flow and analyze financial data to improve process efficiency and minimize risks.

Ensure accurate reporting and support migration, interconnection, and digitalization of business processes across MUFID UNION and its affiliates.

Job Description

Track daily banking transactions (payments, transfers, collections, etc.).

Manage bank reconciliations to ensure financial records align with bank statements.

Oversee cash flow monitoring and bank account management.

Supervise and analyze accounting entries related to banking operations (interests, commissions, charges, etc.).

Collaborate with IT and finance teams to automate and optimize processes, integrating electronic management systems.

Analyze financial reports to identify areas for improvement.

Prepare regular financial reports on bank-related transactions.

Assess process efficiency, proposing improvements and risk mitigation strategies.

Monitor key performance indicators (KPI) to evaluate implemented improvements.

Identify and evaluate financial risks associated with banking operations.

Ensure compliance with tax and legal regulations related to financial transactions.

Work closely with other departments (IT, financial control, audit) to incorporate best practices into operations.

Participate in digital transformation projects to enhance institutional efficiency.

Qualifications and Training

Education: Minimum BAC+3 in Accounting, Banking and Finance, Financial Management and Analysis, or a related field.

Languages: Fluency in French and English.

Experience and Skills

At least 3 years of proven experience in a banking or microfinance institution.

Expertise in banking accounting and microfinance operations management.

Knowledge of CEMAC microfinance and banking regulations.

Proficiency in banking software, particularly Corebanking CloudBank, ALTmicrofi, and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher).

Personal Qualities

Analytical and synthesis skills.

Integrity, rigor, discretion, and strong communication abilities.

Ability to analyze processes, handle pressure, and meet deadlines.

Application Submission Requirements

Application deadline: June 10, 2025, at 5:00 PM.

For more information, visit www.mufidunion.com.