World Vegetable Center recrute 01 Accountant

The World Vegetable Center (WorldVeg) is a non-profit, autonomous international agricultural research center with headquarters in Taiwan and five regional offices around the globe. WorldVeg conducts research and development programs that contribute to realize the potential of vegetables for healthier lives and more resilient livelihoods. For more information, please visit our website: worldveg.org

WorldVeg is seeking an Accountant. The candidate will be based at the WorldVeg Regional Center for West and Central Africa Coastal and Humid Regions (WCA-CH) located in Abomey Calavi IITA, Benin and will report to the Regional Administration and Finance Manager. The Accountant will perform accounting operations by filing documents, reconciling statements, making payments and assisting in generating periodic financial reports.

Key job responsibilities

1. Prepare the financial report (SOA: Statement Of Account) on a monthly basis based on the transactions made each month;

2. Assist in the timely preparation of payroll and vendor payments;

3. Perform monthly bank reconciliation; reconcile bank statements by comparing statements with the general ledger;

4. Maintain accounting databases by entering data into computer; processing backups;

5. Make payments for per diems, transportation to participants etc. during workshops;

6. Responsible for petty cash: recording, payment, receipts and supply;

7. Maintain accounting records while making copies, scans, filing documents;

8. Update the status of each employee’s advances and update the overview summary;

9. Assist with donor reporting; assist with budgeting;

10. Convert SOA into proper file, also scan all supporting documents with reference numbers;

11. Submit SOA and all supporting documents in a timely manner to supervisor;

12. Determine the value of depreciable assets;

13. Update professional knowledge by participating in training opportunities;

14. Accomplish accounting and organizational mission by completing related findings as needed;

15. Undertake any other work assigned by the supervisor or management of World Vegetable Center.

The Person

The candidate must possess the following skills, abilities and experience and/or have successfully demonstrated these attributes in real work situations:

• Minimum of 4 years of higher education in Accounting, Finance or any equivalent degree (Master’s degree in Management from a faculty; Accounting/Finance option, Master’s degree from a reputable business school after obtaining a DUT or DCG preferred).

• At least four years of experience in a similar position in an international organization; particular interest will be given to candidates who have had previous experience as an accounting assistant in an accounting or auditing firm;

• Excellent written and spoken French, good knowledge of English is an asset;

• Excellent organizational skills, thoroughness and accuracy;

• Ability to manage workloads effectively and work independently;

• Complete control of computer tools;

• Ability to work independently and take initiative;

• Teamwork and solution facilitation;

• Ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal) in English with program staff, management and employees;

• Good collaboration, time management and interpersonal skills.

Terms and Conditions: This is a nationally recruited staff position with a competitive salary and benefits package. The position is open only to Beninese nationals or candidates with legal authorization to work in Benin. The initial contract is for one year and may be extended based on need, availability of funding, and performance. The position will be filled as of February 1, 2023.

Application Procedure: Applicants should submit a letter of application explaining their suitability and interest in the position along with their curriculum vitae, a copy of a valid ID, the names and addresses (including phone/fax/e-mail) of three references, and the date of availability. The subject line of the email should clearly state « Accountant/Accountant Recruitment ». Please send applications stating the job title by e-mail to recruitment.wca-ch@worldveg.org no later than midnight on January 15, 2023.

N.B. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. The successful candidate will be asked to provide original document