Finance officer

Finance Officer Posted Date 7 days ago(10/27/2026 6:14 PM)

Location

BJ - Cottonou Category Local Employment StatusFull-Time Overview Jhpiego is an international NGO affiliated with Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, based in the United States of America. The organization implements public health projects in more than 40 countries around the world, including maternal and newborn health, reproductive health, HIV, cervical cancer, global health security and strengthening health systems. Le/la Finance Officer is recruited to support Benin’s financial operations under the supervision of the Finance Manager. He/she will manage the financial, contractual and administrative aspects of the Office. He/she will also ensure that financial systems and reports are consistent with standard accounting practices and comply with the rules and regulations of the State Department, Jhpiego and the State. Responsibilities Independently apply accounting principles and practices in the context of accounting, budgetary, forecasting, administrative, tax, etc. activities;

Education / Qualifications

Provide support to field activities for payments, by organizing trainings on financial systems and processes for staff and partners; Contribute to the preparation and possible amendments of the budget for fiscal years; diligently monitor the budget for fiscal years; Prepare monthly the budget versus expenses through Quickbooks; Check budget lines, possibly correct them and make sure budgets are available before payments; Verify and process advances to staff and monitor advance account balances; Support and verify and validate reconciliations of expenses filed by staff; Verify the accuracy and completeness of supporting documents from service providers/suppliers to the accounting firm for their payment; Conduct periodic reconciliations of bank accounts to ensure the accuracy of transactions; Support program staff in the implementation of work plans to ensure timely delivery; Support at monthly account closures; Provide support for internal and external audits; Make proposals for maintaining an optimal level and strengthening internal control; Ensure appropriate logistical support and preparation of key training activities, domestic and international travel and procurement for the successful implementation of project activities; Remind staff whenever necessary of project financial requirements and office operations in accordance with Jhpiego/Johns Hopkins University and State Department procedures and policies and best practices; Ensure that financial transactions comply with Jhpiego/Johns Hopkins University and State Department policies and procedures; Ensure procurement documents are compliant with Jhpiego/Johns Hopkins University and State Department policies and procedures; Participate in the closing of projects; Respond to new management or change requests related to the audit; tax procedures, accounting and financial structures or reports; Manage administrative tasks; Make an optimal classification and archiving of administrative and accounting documents;

Other information

Perform other tasks assigned to him

Candidate profile

License in business administration, business management, finance, accounting or a relevant field.

Experience

Have at least 5 years of experience in finance, accounting and administration. Experience in an international organization, international NGO. Proven experience in the administrative and financial management of international projects/programs. At least three years of experience in financial analysis, financial reporting, cash flow analysis, budgeting, forecasting and budget monitoring, preferably on international health projects. At least five years of high-level professional experience with USG or other donors. Proven knowledge of USG cost principles, including Department of State (DOS) regulations, US GAAP accounting rules and grant contract management. ÊBe familiar with USG administrative policies and procedures. Mastery of QuickBooks software, databases, spreadsheets and/or word processing such as Microsoft Outlook, Access, Excel and Word. Proficiency in English is required.

Required skills

Excellent interpersonal, editorial and oral presentation skills. Proficiency in writing and editing letters, reports and documents Ability to travel nationally and internationally up to 30% of your time

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