For our country programme office in Cameroon, we are looking for a dynamic and committed Senior Project Finance Analyst responsible for proper monitoring, reporting and process administration associated with financial deliveries related to aspecific portfolio of projects. Deadline for applications: 31st May 2022.

 

Reports to:

Finance & Administration Manager CCPO

Location:

Yaounde

Major functions:

The Senior Project Analyst position is responsible for proper monitoring, reporting and process administration associated with financial deliveries related to a specific portfolio of projects. In the context of decentralization of Finance, this role review, monitor submission of financial reports (donors & management) prepared by Programme Administrators/Accountants and ensure quality assurance. The position will also support the Finance & Admin Manager in budgeting and forecasting.

 

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting

• Handle all processes, operations and tasks associated with financial deliveries of the portfolio of projects under his/her leadership;
• Review financial reports prepared by Programme Administrators/Accountants and monitor fixed quarterly deadlines and on the basis of contractual deadlines other than quarterly through an exhaustive and up-to-date monitoring tool;
• Prepare for the review of the Finance & Administration Manger an efficient cost recovery system from projects asper agreed methodology;
• Work with the project managers of his or her portfolio on the monthly budget follow-up and the explanation of variances;
• Provide monthly reports to the Finance and Administration manager on the status of cash calls and various donor/management reports and highlight any issues/ risks requiring the attention of management;
• Undertake regular financial analysis to ensure donor requirements are fulfilled and income/expenses have been to allocated to the correct project.

 

Administration of Donor Partnerships Revenues

• Ensure income recognition is done as per Swiss GAAP requirements for Management reports and cash basis for do nor reports;
• Analyze project expenditures to determine the amount to chargeback against the donor agreement;
• Ensure the preparation of monthly journal voucher to record the donor partnership revenue in accordance to the donor agreement and reconcile the revenue accounts;
• Calculate any interest earned on donor funds and adjust the revenue account accordingly; recommend adjustments to the Programme Administrator/ Accountant;
• Monitor the exchange rates fluctuations on each donor agreement and recommend adjustments to the project or program accountant if necessary;
• Review on a monthly basis, donor partnership portfolio reports to identify errors, discrepancies and variances and ensure follow-up is performed and necessary adjustments are processed;
• Review donor agreement files for closure action, ensuring that all donor requirements have been met, and follow up with the Finance & Admin Manager and Conservation Director;
• Assist Programme Administrators/Accountants with the closing of individual projects at their end dates;
• Ensure income recognition accounts as per Swiss GAAP are analysed on a monthly basis and do reflect a true and fair view of the revenue situation of the various projects.

 

Financial Audits, systems and Internal Controls

• Participate in the identification of business requirements for the development and enhancement of financial information systems;
• Identify specifications for reports related to donor partnerships;
• Provide assistance to external auditors conducting audits of donor funded projects;
• Participate in year-end processes by gathering sample documents, answering queries and providing reports/schedules on donor partnership revenues & expenses;
• Ensure the accounting system meets key requirements stated for reporting to key stakeholders, including segregation of donor funds and reporting to all donors;
• Ensure implementation of necessary financial controls and due diligence (review of periodical reports, frequent monitoring visits and internal audits, etc.);
• Support audits commissioned by the internal control unit.

 

General Financial Management Support

• Check project budget and cash availability on day to day transactions prior to final engagement of expenditure for
• the projects in her/his portfolio;
• Provide guidance and direction to field staff (Programme Administrators/Accountants and Programme Managers) on matters relating to the reporting and administration of donor partnerships;
• Support the Finance and Admin Manager and the Conservation Director in the review and development of policies and procedures affecting the administration of External funds;
• Assist the Finance & Admin Manager in the development of the financial accounting structure for complex projects and externally funded programs;
• Monitor cash flow projections for donor funded projects and programmes;
• Assist the Finance & Admin Manager in the preparation of Mid-year and year-end financial statements;
• Assist the Finance & Admin Manager in the preparation of regular and ad-hoc reports on donor for various stakeholders;
• Adhere to corporate policies and procedures regarding electronic filing;
• Undertake other duties/assignments as required by the Finance and Admin Manager.

Profile:

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in finance, accounting, business administration or related field and/or supplementary training in programming and administration is an asset;
• 8 years of experience in financial management, which should have provided a good knowledge of Finance practices and procedures;
• Experience working with government and donors.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Demonstrated ability in the fields of budgetary accounting, costing and accounting systems and practices;
• Demonstrated skills in the use of computerized accounting systems. Experience in using ERP system is highly desirable;
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills (French and English) including the ability to rapidly acquire sound. knowledge of WWF financial rules and regulations(FOM);
• Demonstrated ability to think creatively and solve problems effectively and achieve results;
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with people in a multi-cultural environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity;
• Adherence to WWF's values, which are: Courage, Respect, Integrity & Collaboration.

 

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