Job Vacancy For Senior Officer, Finance



A reputable public institution invites applications from suitable qualified, experienced result-oriented persons for the following position: Senior Officer, Finance

Job Purpose

• To provide senior professional and supervisory support for the effective management f the institution's accounting, financial reporting, financial control and related financial operations in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, policies and accounting standards

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide technical input into formulation and review of financial policies, procedures and systems
• Supervise implementation of approved financial management programmes and activities
• Coordinate preparation of accurate and timely financial statements, management accounts and periodic financial reports
• Coordinate development, implementation and review of budgeting guidelines, procedures and systems
• Monitor revenue and expenditure performance against approved budgets and provide timely analysis and advice through the Director, Finance
• Support identification and analysis of funding requirements and financing gaps to inform institutional resource mobilization initiatives
• Liaise with Directorates and relevant stakeholders on budget preparation, implementation, monitoring and reporting
• Ensure budgeting activities comply with applicable public financial management laws, regulations and fiscal policies
• Provide budgetary and financial input into institutional proposals, programmes and intitiatives
• Coordinate implementation of relevant audit recommendations relating to budgeting and budgetary controls
• Review quarterly, annual and other periodic budget performance reports and recommend corrective action
• Coordinate preparation and implementation of the unit's annual work plan and budget
• Support implementation of the performance management system within the unit
• Supervise and appraise subordinate staff
• Perform other related duties assigned by the Director, Finance

Qualification Required & Experience

• A minimum of a master's degree in Economics, Finance, Accounting or any other related discipline from an accredited tertiary institution
• Membership of a relevant and recognized professional body, where applicable
• A minimum of 8 years post-bachelor's relevant work experience, 4 years of which must be in a Senior Management position in a reputable institution
• Must pass a selection interview conducted by the institution in collaboration with the Public Services Commission

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and qualified persons should submit:

• Application letter
• Detailed Curriculum vitae (CV)
• Copies of relevant academic and professional

Applications should be submitted via email to:

elkanahephpha@gmail.com

Applicants should state 'Senior Officer, Finance' as the subject of the email.

Closing Date: 23 September, 2024