The Planned Parenthood Association of Ghana (PPAG) is an NGO and a Member of the international Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF), working in the field of Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR).

PPAG under the IPPF is implementing an Adolescent, Service and Knowledge (ASK) programme in Ghana located in Tamale, Bolgatanga and Sunyani. The ASK programme is funded by the Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs through the Youth Empowerment Alliance. PPAG works with a Child and Vulnerable Adults Rights Protection Policy that applies to all staff in the Association.

REPORT TO: FINANCE MANAGER

JOB PURPOSE:
To assist in the operation of an effective and efficient Financial Systems and Procedures for the ASK Project.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

•   Prepare and submit monthly financial returns
•   Keep and maintain cheque book register and take periodic cash count
•   Assist in maintaining the asset register of ASK
•   Prepare monthly checking sheets of the ASK project accounts and monthly bank reconciliations
•   Prepare project final accounts and annual project audits
•   Assist in the preparation of Annual ,Quarterly ,and Monthly reports to Management /Donor

Qualification Required & Experience

THE PERSON MUST:

•   Have BSc Administration in Accounting or its equivalent OR level 3 of a Professional qualification with a minimum of three(3) years relevant working experience
•   Have a good knowledge of accounting systems and procedures
•   Have a-good working knowledge in the use of the computer (office suite)
•   Have a good knowledge in the use of ACCPAC Software
•   Very good interpersonal and communication skills
•   Must be honest .transparent and reliable
•   High sense of responsibility accuracy
•   Must be a team player, be able to take initiatives and have the ability to work for long hours with little or no supervision.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

All interested persons with requisite qualification(s), should kindly send their Application Letters with a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) including two referees and cell phone numbers to:

The Search Committee
PPAG
P. O. Box AN 5756
Accra-North

Or drop in at:

PPAG Head Office,
Lartebiokorshie, Accra

Closing Date: 22 November, 2013

Only short listed applicants will be contacted for an interview