A leading Oil Marketing Company (OMC) in Ghana is looking for a suitably qualified person to fill the position of:- Head of Finance

Key Responsibilities

•   Provide overall coordination and supervision of financial activities of the company to ensure the integrity of financial transactions and records.
•   Advise the Executives on financial matters, including treasury and investment management, credit control and debt management
•   Develop and implement financial and accounting policies and monitor people and work  activities to ensure compliance.
•   Formulate and implement financial strategies, plans and accounting systems.
•   Manage the company's accounts including the preparation of periodic set of financial statements, and liaise with external auditors on all statutory audits
•   Prepare periodic valuation reports to the Board, management and statutory bodies.
•   Ensure that all financial matters are in accordance with legislation and ethical accounting best practices including accounting procedures and company payroll system.
•   Coordinate the preparation of annual budgets for the company, monitor their implementation, and ensure preparation of periodic variances.
•   Manage tax and tax related issues
•   Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A minimum of Bachelor's of Science degree in Administration (Accounting option) from a reputable University plus professional accountancy certification (CA, ACCA, CIMA). An MBA in Accounting and Finance is an added advantage
•   Solid understanding of financial and accounting principles, standards, systems and techniques
•   Hands-on, proactive, independent-minded individual with good people management skills
•   Must have strong computer skills in Microsoft Excel and any of the Accounting Packages
•   Should have excellent written and verbal communication skills and must be able to relate well to people across cultures
•   Must possess a valid driving license
•   Should have extensive knowledge in the downstream petroleum sector with a minimum of ten years working experience in similar role.

Remuneration: Very attractive

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Eligible persons should forward their applications with detailed curriculum vitae including names and contacts of three professional referees to:-

recruitments@ifocusminds.com

Closing Date: 15 October, 2015