Accountant (01)

Vacancy : 1

Job Description

Global Health Systems Solutions (GHSS) is a non- governmental and not-for-profit organization dedicated to seeking innovative solutions to strengthen health systems in developing countries for effective service delivery and surveillance of infectious, non-infectious, and neglected tropical diseases. We focus on four key areas: strengthening laboratory systems, services, and network for efficient health care delivery, strengthening disease surveillance systems and facilitating health care delivery programs, conducting operational research to inform health decisions for better patient outcomes, and empowering youths in Cameroon.

Our major collaborators include Ministries of Health, World Health Organization (WHO), United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Africa Centers for Disease Control, Mastercard Foundation, and several bilateral organizations.

Purpose of the role

To strengthen its operational capacities for implementing a program aimed at empowering youths in Cameroon, GHSS is currently seeking an outstanding, qualified, and experienced Accountant to support effective budget tracking, disbursements, and accountability.

Primary duties and responsibilities

Under the guidance and supervision of the Finance Director, the Accountant will:

• Collect and analyse all accounting information from all accounting activities of the
  company (payroll, purchases, receipts of funds, disbursements of funds, etc;
• Prepare journal entries (vouchers) periodically using the chart of accounts;
• Keep a register for all journal vouchers and posts journal entries to the general ledger;
• Maintain books of primary entry;
• Maintain and reconciles subsidiary accounts;
• File all accounting documents on a regular basis;
• Carry out periodic cash counts, prepares certificates and reconciles to the GL;
• Carry out weekly reconciliations of third-party accounts;
• Extract monthly trial balances, prepare monthly bank reconciliation statements and
  investigate reconciling items;
• Monitor the implementation of the accounting manuals and procedures;
• Ensure adherence to the budget;
• Ensure implementation of recommendations of internal and external audits;
• Fully be responsible for the quality and the respect of deadlines regarding any reports and schedules to donors;
• Update job knowledge by keeping current with financial regulations and accepted practices; participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; and participating in professional organizations;
• Ensure proper and valid justifications are provided for cash advances;
• Report weekly expenditure analysis to the Finance Director and Executive Director;
• Prepare weekly work plans and activity reports;
• Propose new methods to improve work efficiency, simplify operations, and modify habits to achieve a goal;
• Improve competencies through: appraisal and training according to the policy and procedures of GHSS.

Academic requirements and relevant experience

• Professional accounting qualifications such as the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or a Master’s degree in Accounting and Finance.
• At least 3 years of work experience in financial management, accounting, or project finance.
• Experience working with NGOs, Government agencies, or international organizations will equally be considered as an asset;

Submission of application

Interested candidates should send their files comprising an application, a motivation letter, a curriculum vitae, and copies of the required academic/professional qualifications/certificates to the following address: recruitment@ghsscm.org
NB: Applicant’s curriculum vitae should be either in Word format or in PDF. Scanned copies and JPGs will be rejected.

Deadline for submission of application: August 14, 2025.

– We strongly welcome early applications. Consideration will be given to candidates who submit a complete application file on time.
– Only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.
– If you have not been contacted fifteen (15) days after closing, consider your application unsuccessful.

Education & Experience

A minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field such as with a solid foundation for understanding the principles of monitoring and evaluation (a Master’s Degree is an added advantage);
– Familiarity with monitoring and evaluation frameworks, methodologies, and tools is essential;
– Strong research skills and proficiency in data analysis;
– Experience in working with NGOs, government agencies, or international organizations.

Must Have

– Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and financial software; familiarity with financial analysis tools is an advantage.
– Perfect mastery of the chart of accounts;
– Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and documentation skills.
– Effective communication and interpersonal skills to work with regional teams, beneficiaries, and stakeholders.

Employment Status

Full Time

Educational Requirements

BS

Experience Requirements

3 - <5 Years

Salary

The salary for this position is very competitive, attractive and negotiable