About RFLD

The Women Leaders Network for Development (RFLD) is a leading Pan-African feminist organization with Observer Status at the African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights (ACHPR).

We work in 20+ countries with 40+ partner organizations to promote gender equality, human rights, and the empowerment of women and youth.

Position: Finance Officer

Location: Accra, Ghana (Regional Office)
Contract Type: Fixed-term contract (2 years, renewable)
Starting Date: December 2025
Level: Senior Management
Nationality: Ghanaian National

Job Description

• The Finance Officer will play a strategic role in managing the financial resources of RFLD's Ghana regional office.
• Reporting to the Regional Director, you will be responsible for financial planning, donor reporting, cash flow management, and compliance with international and national standards.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Financial Management

• Develop and oversee annual and multi-year budgets for the regional office
• Ensure medium and long-term financial planning
• Provide financial analysis and strategic recommendations to management
• Manage treasury and optimize cash flows
• Monitor financial performance against organizational objectives

Reporting and Compliance

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports in compliance with IFRS standards
• Ensure financial reporting to international donors
• Guarantee compliance with Ghanaian regulations (GRA, SSNIT, Labour Act)
• Coordinate external and internal audits
• Maintain financial documentation according to donor requirements

Project and Donor Management

• Develop and manage multi-donor project budgets
• Monitor fund utilization and produce financial progress reports
• Ensure compliance with specific procedures of each donor
• Participate in the development of funding proposals
• Track restricted and unrestricted funding sources

Team Supervision and Development

• Supervise the Accounting Assistant and finance staff
• Build team capacity in financial management
• Implement robust internal control systems
• Mentor staff on donor compliance and financial best practices

Partner Relations

• Coordinate with other RFLD regional offices (Benin, The Gambia)
• Facilitate financial exchanges with member organizations (40+ partners)
• Represent RFLD with financial institutions
• Support financial capacity building for partner organizations

Qualification Required & Experience

Education

• Advanced university degree (Bachelor's minimum, Master's preferred) in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field
• Professional certification (ACCA, CPA Ghana, CIMA, CA Ghana) strongly desired

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in financial management, ideally in the NGO/international organization sector
• Proven experience managing international donor funds (USAID, European Union, international foundations)
• Experience coordinating financial audits
• Supervisory experience with finance teams

Technical Skills - REQUIRED

• Excellent mastery of international accounting standards (IFRS, GAAP)
• In-depth knowledge of Ghanaian taxation and regulatory framework
• MANDATORY: Proven expertise in accounting software (QuickBooks, SAGE, SAP, Xero, or similar ERP systems) with minimum 3 years hands-on experience
• Required ability to configure, customize, and manage accounting software systems
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel (pivot tables, complex formulas, financial modeling, VLOOKUPs, macros)
• Knowledge of project management systems
• Understanding of donor compliance requirements (USG, EU, UN agencies)
• Experience with cloud-based accounting platforms is a strong asset
• Familiarity with integrated financial management information systems (FMIS) preferred

Personal Competencies

• Commitment to feminist values and human rights
• Impeccable integrity and professional ethics
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Rigor, attention to detail, and respect for deadlines
• Leadership and ability to work in a multicultural team
• Excellent communication skills (written and spoken English)
• Knowledge of French (major asset)
• Adaptability and ability to work under pressure

We Offer

• Direct Impact: Contribute to protecting the rights of millions of women and youth in Africa
• Competitive Compensation: Salary aligned with international NGO standards
• Comprehensive Benefits: Full medical insurance, SSNIT contributions, Tier 2 & 3 pension
• Professional Development: Continuous training, participation in international conferences
• Dynamic Environment: Work with partners in 20+ African countries
• Work-Life Balance: Generous leave policy, flexible work arrangements
• Be Part of a Movement: Join passionate advocates driving real change across Africa

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Send your application package in ENGLISH including:

• Cover Letter (maximum 2 pages) explaining your interest in RFLD and the position, including specific details about your accounting software experience
• Detailed CV (maximum 4 pages) clearly listing all accounting software systems you have used with years of experience for each
• Certified copies of degrees and professional certifications
• Three professional references with direct contacts

Send to: recruitment@rflgd.org
Email Subject: Finance Officer Application - Ghana - [Your Name]

Application Deadline: November 15, 2025
Interviews Scheduled: Late November 2025
Start Date: December 2025

Selection Process

• Screening of applications
• Technical test in financial management and accounting software proficiency
• First interview (panel)
• Second interview (regional management)
• Reference checks
• Job offer

Note: Candidates will be required to demonstrate practical knowledge of accounting software during the technical assessment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RFLD is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We strongly encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, and people from marginalized communities.