Finance Assistant

Jhpiego seeks a Finance Assistant (FA) to support program operations Jhpiego Cameroon.

The Finance Assistant performs routine and non-routine finance and administration management functions for the Jhpiego Cameroon Office. FA will be responsible of supporting the areas of financial and administration support but may be tasked to support other sections of the department when the need arises. The Finance Assistant works interacts with a large number of internal and external clients.

The Finance Assistant will support the Finance Officer in ensuring the effective and transparent financial management of the NGO’s operations. This includes processing financial transactions, maintaining accurate records, supporting donor compliance, and assisting with audits and reporting. The role requires a high level of integrity, attention to detail, and a commitment to the NGO’s mission and values

• Assist in the preparation of monthly financial reports and donor financial statements.
• Process payments, including staff advances, vendor invoices, and reimbursements, ensuring proper documentation and approvals.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including cash books, ledgers, and supporting documents.
• Support the Finance Officer in preparing budgets and monitoring expenditures against project budgets.
• Assist in managing petty cash and ensuring timely replenishment with proper documentation.
• Help ensure compliance with donor requirements, internal financial policies, and local regulations.
• Prepare bank reconciliations and assist with monthly and year-end financial closings.
• Support internal and external audits by organizing and providing required documentation.
• Maintain a proper filing system for financial documents (both physical and digital).
• Liaise with program and logistics teams to ensure timely and accurate financial support for project activities.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 1–2 years of experience in a finance or accounting role, preferably in an NGO or donor-funded project.
• Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or similar).
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications.
• Understanding of donor compliance (e.g., USAID, EU, UN, etc.) is an asset.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• High level of integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Experience working in humanitarian or development contexts.
• Knowledge of local financial regulations and tax laws.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Fluency in French and English if possible.