Finance Officer (Partnership) Cameroon Yaoundé

Responsibilities

• Review and verify partner financial reports, supporting documentation, and payment requests for compliance with NRC and donor requirements.
• Process and monitor payments to implementing partners and ensure timely financial postings in Agresso.
• Support partnership agreement negotiations and monitor financial compliance during project implementation.
• Conduct financial capacity-building sessions and provide ongoing support to partners.
• Perform partner financial monitoring activities and contribute to partner risk assessments.
• Ensure proper filing, scanning, and archiving of financial documentation in accordance with NRC procedures.
• Prepare bank reconciliations and follow up on payment-related issues with financial institutions.
• Support audits, donor reporting, and financial reviews involving implementing partners.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of partnership financial management tools, processes, and reporting mechanisms.
• Undertake any other finance-related duties assigned by the Finance Coordinator or Finance Manager.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum three (3) years' experience in finance, accounting, grants, or partnership management within a humanitarian, development, or recovery context.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of Cameroon tax, labor, and financial regulations.
• Experience reviewing financial reports and supporting documentation from implementing partners.
• Fluency in French and English, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Experience working with financial institutions, auditors, and local authorities is an asset.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a complex operational environment.