CENTER FOR INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS, EDUCATION AND RESEARCH
Yaounde International Business School (YIBS) – Developing Innovative
Professionals
International School of Engineering, Science and Technology (ISEST)
Position: Head of Finance
Lieu : Yaounde
Type de contrat : Full Time
Date limite : 15th November 2026
Position Overview:
YIBS invites applications from qualified, experienced, and highly motivated
professionals for the position of Head of Finance. The successful candidate
will provide strategic financial leadership, ensure sound financial
management, strengthen internal controls, and promote accountability and
transparency in the institution's financial operations.
The Finance Director will work closely with Management to support strategic
decision-making, ensure effective resource allocation, and maintain the
institution's financial sustainability.
Key Responsibilities:
The Head of Finance will be responsible for:
- Developing and implementing the institution's financial strategies, policies, and procedures.
- Preparing and monitoring annual budgets, financial forecasts, and expenditure plans.
- Supervising accounting operations, financial reporting, and the preparation of periodic financial statements.
- Ensuring effective management of revenue collection, including tuition fees and other institutional income.
- Monitoring cash flow, expenditure, payroll, and other financial obligations.
- Ensuring compliance with applicable tax laws, accounting standards, labour regulations, and other relevant financial requirements in Cameroon.
- Establishing and maintaining effective internal controls to prevent fraud, financial mismanagement, and unauthorized expenditure.
- Coordinating internal and external audits and ensuring timely implementation of audit recommendations.
- Advising Management on financial risks, investment decisions, cost control, and resource optimization.
- Supervising the preparation and submission of financial reports to Management and other relevant stakeholders.
- Managing relationships with banks, auditors, tax authorities, suppliers, and other financial partners.
- Leading, supervising, and evaluating finance and accounting personnel to ensure efficiency and professional accountability.
Qualifications and Professional Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- A minimum of a Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Financial Management, or a related field.
- A professional accounting or finance qualification, such as ACCA, CPA, or an equivalent recognized qualification, will be an added advantage.
- At least five (5) years of relevant professional experience in finance, accounting, or financial management, preferably with at least three (3) years in a senior supervisory or managerial position.
- Demonstrated experience in budgeting, financial planning, accounting, auditing, taxation, and financial reporting.
- Sound knowledge of Cameroon's tax system, financial regulations, and applicable accounting standards.
- Proficiency in accounting software, financial management systems, and Microsoft Excel.
- Experience in an educational institution or a comparable organization will be an advantage.
Required Competencies and Personal Attributes
The ideal candidate must demonstrate:
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- High levels of integrity, professionalism, and accountability.
- Excellent analytical, numerical, and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong organizational and decision-making skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality.
- A results-oriented approach to financial planning and institutional development.
Application Documents
Interested candidates should submit the following documents:
- A cover letter expressing interest in the position.
- An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Copies of relevant academic and professional qualifications.
- Copies of valid professional certifications, where applicable.
How to apply:
Destinataire : Applications should be addressed to:
Canal de soumission : Email:
human.resource@yibs.edu.cm
Objet de l'email : Application for the Position of Head of Finance – YIBS
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further assessment and
interviews.
YIBS is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages qualified candidates who
meet the stated requirements to apply. All applications will be treated with
strict confidentiality.
Contacts / For inquiries:
670 828 872 / 690 865 517
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