Cashier at International Medical Corps (IMC)

International Medical Corps (IMC) is a global humanitarian non-profit organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through health care training and medical relief programs. IMC has been operating in Nigeria since November 2013 to build the capacity of local health system and the communities and ensure the provision of quality, accessible health and Nutrition care for children under age five years. With the support of various donors, IMC provides training and support to the Ministry of Health in the areas of nutrition and health in Wamakko, Binji, Shagari and Kebbe LGAs, Sokoto State.

International Medical Corps (IMC) is recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: Cashier

Location: Sokoto State

Summary of the position:
The cashier will be based in Sokoto and will provide all necessary financial assistance to project as well as handle other office cash related duties. S/he will maintain Cash and Bank transaction journal, make cash disbursements and reconciliations, prepare cash projections and requests and will also be responsible for the custody of all the financial files related to the project.

Description of the responsibilities/activities:
To run and manage COSTPOINT accounting software, which includes but not limited to:

• To review the field accounting reports and record them in COSTPOINT, including monthly cash reconciliation for Sokoto site.
• Input into COSTPOINT and calculation of average exchange rates for all sites, for review by the Finance Officer.
• Reconciliation of various records, investigating unusual items and bringing these to the prompt attention of the Finance Officer. This includes reconciliation of field records and Abuja office records.
• Cash and bank management in consultation with the Finance Officer.
• To prepare and verify all payments and receipts including supporting documentation.
• To maintain and file bank and receipt documents.
• To maintain the float and advise supervisor as necessary.
• To prepare and send Daily Cash Reports to L.A. that includes both cash and bank balances.
• To maintain and monitor the national staff advances register.
• Carry out monthly Finance scanning,
• Assist with audits of various sites and functions as needed.

This is to include field visits to various sites, and training of staff per audit schedule/plan.

Qualifications:

• B.Sc/HND/OND/NCE in Accounting or related field.
• Demonstrate a capacity and willingness to learn and to further an Accounting career.
• Subscribe to a high moral code of ethic.
• Fluency in English and Hausa.
• Willingness to work in hardship area.
• Team Player and ability to work with people of multicultural and diverse interests

Application Closing Date
4th September, 2014

Method of Application
All interested applicants are invited to send their detailed CV with cover letter on or before September 4th, 2014 to;

The Human Resources and Admin Officer,
International Medical Corps,
Plot 3 Tsafe Road off Sama Road Sokoto,
Sokoto State

Or

Email: [email protected]
Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.

International Medical Corps is an equal opportunity employer; Female applicants are particularly encouraged to apply.