ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: FIN#2025/02
POSITION: ACCOUNTANT II (1 position)
OPENING DATE: February 11, 2025
CLOSING DATE: February 19, 2025
WORK HOURS: Full-time, 40 hours/week
DURATION: One-year renewable
The International University of Grand-Bassam is seeking one candidate to fill the position of
Accountant II in the Administration and Finance Department (ADF).
IUGB Profile
The International University of Grand-Bassam (IUGB) is a private, publicly supported institution
established within the framework of a public-private partnership. IUGB offers an American
curriculum in English. It opened in 2005, and, by the signing of Decree 2007-499 on May 16,
2007, was formally accredited as a University within the Côte d’Ivoire higher education system.
Envisioned as a Regional Center of Excellence in Higher Education in Africa, IUGB’s mission is
to provide internationally recognized higher education through technology-enhanced English
medium instruction in fields critical for regional development, international success and life-long
learning.
BASIC FUNCTIONS OF POSITION
Under the supervision of the Director of Administration & Finance (DAF) and Accountant I (ACC
I), the Accountant guarantees the accuracy of accounting information of accounts payable and
receivable). S/he is also in charge of bookkeeping and monitoring the aged trial balance of
accounts payable and receivable. (A summary of the position description is available on our website:
https://www.iugb.edu.ci/)
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive
information supporting each item.
DUTIES:
Process purchase and sales invoices.
Monitor customers and suppliers’ files with the resource persons
Receive and verify that invoices correspond to purchase orders
Monitor settlement periods (Suppliers) and the aged trial balance
Assist the ACC1 in the preparation of monthly reporting
Responsible of the establishment and monitoring of suppliers’ tax exemption
Preparation of the statements of accounts and of financial statements in
Collaboration with the Director of Finance and administration
In charge of the financial and budget monthly reporting
Monitor the University asset and report on periodical inventories
Assist the Accountant I in the annual budget preparation, in collaboration with the director of
Finance and Administration
Additional duties as assigned by the Director of Finance and Administration.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities.
Confirmed payroll and social Statements skills
Mastery of Sage (accounting and sales)
Knowledge of students’ management ERP will be appreciated
Ability to anticipate, responsiveness and precision,
Ability to work in a team and under pressure.
Fluent in French and English
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting with experience in Costumer Account Management
Experience working with financial services at a university or comparable
institution/company.
SUBMITAPPLICATION TO:
International University of Grand-
Bassam
Human Resources Office
Attention: Human Resources Manager
BP 564 Grand-Bassam
Fax: (225) 21.30.34.83
Or
Via email to: [email protected]
POINT OF CONTACT
International University of Grand- Bassam Human Resources Office
Tel: (225) 21.30.36.40 / 21.30.34.57
Fax: (225) 21.30.34.83
Important Notice: Applicants MUST submit a current resume and a cover letter. Copies of both
education documents and working experience must be attached to your application. When
submitting your application via email, please always start the subject line with the Vacancy
Announcement’s number followed by the position title. E.g.: VA FIN#2025/02, Accountant II.
Job Purpose:
The Accountant II guarantees the accuracy of accounting information of accounts payable and
receivable. He is also in charge of bookkeeping and monitoring the aged trial balance of accounts
payable and receivable
Duties:
Process purchase and sales invoices.
Monitor customers and suppliers’ files with the resource persons
Receive and verify that invoices correspond to purchase orders
Monitor settlement periods (Suppliers) and the aged trial balance
Assist the Financial Assistant in the preparation of monthly reporting
Responsible of the establishment and monitoring of suppliers’ tax exemption
Preparation of the statements of accounts and of financial statements in
collaboration with the Director of Finance and administration
In charge of the financial and budget monthly reporting
Monitor the University asset and report on periodical inventories
Assist the Accountant I in the annual budget preparation, in collaboration with the director of
Finance and Administration
Additional duties as assigned by the Director of Finance.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Confirmed payroll and social statements skills
Ability to anticipate, responsiveness and precision,
Ability to work in a team and under pressure
English Fluent, French fluent
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Sage and other accounting management system
Minimum Hiring Standards:
Education:
Associate Degree in finance and accounting;
Professional Experience:
Minimum of two years’ experience in accounting/finance required.
Basic accounting skills and business office experience required.
