Country

Benin

City

Cotonou

Type

Full Time

Program (Division)

Country Programs - Benin

The Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc. (CHAI) is a global health organization committed to saving lives and reducing the burden of disease in low-and middle-income countries. We work at the invitation of governments to support them and the private sector to create and sustain high-quality health systems.

CHAI was founded in 2002 in response to the HIV/AIDS epidemic with the goal of dramatically reducing the price of life-saving drugs and increasing access to these medicines in the countries with the highest burden of the disease. Over the following two decades, CHAI has expanded its focus. Today, along with HIV, we work in conjunction with our partners to prevent and treat infectious diseases such as COVID-19, malaria, tuberculosis, and hepatitis. Our work has also expanded into cancer, diabetes, hypertension, and other non-communicable diseases, and we work to accelerate the rollout of lifesaving vaccines, reduce maternal and child mortality, combat chronic malnutrition, and increase access to assistive technology. We are investing in horizontal approaches to strengthen health systems through programs in human resources for health, digital health, and health financing. With each new and innovative program, our strategy is grounded in maximizing sustainable impact at scale, ensuring that governments lead the solutions, that programs are designed to scale nationally, and learnings are shared globally. 

At CHAI, our people are our greatest asset, and none of this work would be possible without their talent, time, dedication and passion for our mission and values. We are a highly diverse team of enthusiastic individuals across 40 countries with a broad range of skillsets and life experiences. CHAI is deeply grounded in the countries we work in, with majority of our staff based in program countries. Learn more about our exciting work: http://www.clintonhealthaccess.org

CHAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to providing an environment of fairness, and mutual respect where all applicants have access to equal employment opportunities. CHAI values diversity and inclusion, and recognizes that our mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people with diverse experience, backgrounds, and culture.

CHAI is currently seeking a Senior Accountant in Benin Republic who will be supervised by the Country Director. This position will be based in Cotonou.

Position Overview

Based in Cotonou, the Senior Accountant will report to the Benin Country Director and help to maintain robust financial, administrative, and human resource policies and systems, ensuring they are aligned with CHAI global policies and Benin laws.

The successful candidate will adhere to CHAI values, including humility, urgency, entrepreneurialism, trust and transparency, working at the service of government, diversity, and being mission driven.

Accounting/Budget Management/Cash Management

• Implement and supervise financial transaction procedures and systems, to ensure transparent and traceable accounting practices
• Review payment requests and ensure that adequate supporting documentation and approval are obtained before payments are processed.
• Process payments (and other documents such as invoices and employee reimbursement requests) on time, managing liabilities. 

• Prepare documentation for payment transactions including but not limited to cash advances, petty cash, in-house transfers, checks, and transfer forms.
• Administer petty cash account and ensure that all expenses have supporting documentation attached to ensure accountability of the funds.
• Verify, allocate, post and reconcile accounts payable and receivable, including to
• Check and reconcile advances and ensure all supporting documents are attached, sufficient, valid, and settled.
• Check travel request, travel advances & travel expense claim reports prior to approval and release of payments.
• Ensure all transactions are supported with complete documents and that they comply with the CHAI financial and compliance manual, donor requirements, and government regulations.
• Accurately record transactions in QuickBooks and prepare monthly bank reconciliations.
• Maintaining general ledger and prepare month-end close procedures.
• Maintain a hardcopy and electronic filing retentionsystemforall finance records to comply with financial best practices.

Strategic Financial Management

• Monitor financial activity on programs and prepare expenditure reports for program managers as needed.
• Ensure the timely execution and control of monthly/yearly accountancy closure, financial reports, audits and all service contracts for the country office.
• Assist in the preparation of audits, financial statements, and varied fiscal reports.
• Participate in the development, implementation, and maintenance of relevant country office policies.
• Ensure good teamwork and cooperation between finance and program teams, including but not limited to:
• Participating in relevant program management meetings
• Coordinating training of program staff in relevant aspects of financial management
• Ensure accurate, timely preparation, and remittance of all relevant taxes and related liabilities.

• Provide financial sign-off on proposal budgets and liaise with budgeting and reporting focal point.
• Ensure that country office colleagues with financial responsibilities are aware of and comply with local finance procedures and laws.
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.

Supervise Office Administration and Operations

• Provide leadership and guidance to admin and operations team, ensuring seamless office and field operations in line with sound financial management.

Proactive, resourceful individuals with strong analytical and communication skills are required for this role.  Specific requirements include:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration and at least 4 years of work experience in both Finance/Accounting and Human Resources.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and in QuickBooks (or other accounting software).
• Fluent in French and in English (full professional proficiency in both languages at a minimum).
• Experience with financial audits and compliance requirements and setting up accountability mechanisms to avoid conflicts of interest and to handle confidential information.
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and multi-task effectively in high-pressure, fast-paced environments.
• Customer service mindset, strong diplomatic and interpersonal skills, and comfortable working with diverse team members.
• High level of personal and professional integrity; commitment to transparency.
• Takes initiative and demonstrates a creative problem-solving approach.
• In-depth understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Advantages

• Experience with QuickBooks is highly preferred.
• Experience working with NGOs is an advantage.
• Native/Bilingual proficiency in English and French is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Benin labor laws and tax legislation.
• Work authorization in Benin.

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