Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process. For the purpose of this vacancy, internal candidates are considered first-tier candidates. Organizational Context and Scope Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission, the Resource Management Officer(RMO) in Cameroon and, the direct supervision of the Finance Officer (FO); and, in collaboration with relevant units at the Country Office, the successful candidate will be responsible and accountable for carrying out the following duties and responsibilities in relation to the IOM Finance Unit in Cameroon.

• High School diploma with six years of relevant experience. Or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finances, or related field with four years of relevant professional experience.
• Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.
• IOM’s Financial Management Rules and Procedures (FMRP).
• Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming and reporting.
• In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, E-mail, Outlook; previous experience in SAP is a distinct advantage.

• Provide procedural guidance to managers and staff; supervise, guide and train other finance support staff.
• Provide specialized advice and support to Project Managers and/or Chief of Missions/Head of Office/Head of Sub-office on financial and administrative matters.
• Assist in monitoring compliance with financial policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
• Provide regular and ad hoc financial information to support informed financial decision making.
• Manage and prepare the payroll by executing validity checks on monthly payroll results.
• Provide assistance responding to audit queries and follow up on audit recommendations.
• Verify vendor claims for accuracy and conformance with IOM finance policies and instructions.
• Perform other related duties as required.
• Assist in the preparation of budget, accounting, financial, statistical reports and other reports as required.
• Review the status and monitor the proper maintenance of Vendor Accounts in accounting system.
• Ensure that disbursements are made based on proper authorizations and supported by legitimate and sufficient documentation.
• Assist monitoring that bank reconciliations for IOM accounts are regularly performed and reviewed by designated stakeholders.
• Consolidate data into financial statements and assist in monitoring expenditures to ensure they remain within authorized levels.
• Provide specialized support preparing annual budget submission and revisions including estimating the cost of staff as well as rental and utilities, office equipment and supplies, printing, and other contracts, services or running expenses.
• Manage financial resources through monitoring and controlling assets, reserves, funds, supplies, etc. in accordance with IOM rules and regulations.