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Chief Accountant (M/F)

Confidential Company
📍 Cameroun 🇨🇲CDI🗓️ about 1 month ago

Job Description

Cameroun
CDI

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Education / Qualifications

As part of the strengthening of the teams of one of its partners, ARCHIPEL is looking for an experienced Chief Accountant. Reporting directly to the Management, you will be responsible for overseeing all accounting operations, ensuring rigorous financial monitoring and ensuring the production of reliable accounting information in accordance with current standards.

Main duties

Job Title: Chief Accountant (M/F) Recruitment firm: ARCHIPEL Industry: Microfinance / Accounting and Management

Location

Level of study required: Bac+5 (Master)

Experience

Years of experience required: 2 to 3 years minimum Hierarchical link: Company management Missions and Responsibilities Under the responsibility of the Directorate, the incumbent of the position will be responsible for: Oversee and control all the accounting operations of the company. Maintain and monitor accounts in accordance with applicable accounting standards and internal procedures. Control the accounting records and ensure their perfect compliance. Supervise account entry operations and carry out bank reconciliations.

Other information

Monitor customer accounts, suppliers and other third-party accounts. Prepare and monitor tax and social declarations on time. Actively participate in the preparation of financial statements and periodic accounting statements. Monitor cash flow and banking operations on a daily basis. Prepare the necessary elements for external audits and accounting controls. Ensure strict compliance with internal accounting and financial procedures. Coach, train and supervise the accounting team. Produce financial reports and dashboards at the request of the Management.

Responsibilities

Carry out any other tasks that fall within its responsibilities and contribute to the smooth running of the service.

Candidate profile

Profile and skills sought Education and experience Diploma: ĂŠHold at least one Bac+5 (Master) in Accounting, Finance, Management or similar field. General experience: Must have at least 2 years of professional experience as a Chief Accountant, including significant experience in a position of responsibility. Sectoral experience (Imperative): Must have at least 2 years of professional experience in the microfinance sector. Technical skills In-depth knowledge of general accounting and financial monitoring. Excellent knowledge of taxation and accounting obligations applicable in Cameroon. Mastery of office tools, including Microsoft Excel, and professional accounting software. Personal qualities Rigor, organization and method in the work. Professional discretion and integrity. Good spirit of analysis and synthesis. Ability to work on time and under pressure. Excellent management and good communication skills.

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