Job Purpose:  
To provide technical leadership and strategic direction for the effective and efficient management of the financial resources of the Authority.

Duties:

•   Advise the Authority on financial matters in the implementation of the Authority's objectives;
•   Design systems, policies and procedures for the preparation implementation and monitoring of annual budgets and prepare the relevant financial reports;
•   Design, implement and monitor to ensure that financial policies and procedures of the Authority are complied with;
•   Design and implements system and procedures for the proper recording of ail financial transactions;
•   Coordinate and supervise the preparation of the final accounts;
•   Liaise with external auditors to coordinate the audit of financial transactions of the Authority.
•   Disburse funds for the implementation of programs and projects of the Authority.
•   Facilitates the development of work programmes of the Account Unit
•   Perform any other duties that may be assigned

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Must have relevant professional qualification, i.e. ACCA / ICA (Ghana), C1MA, CPA etc. with degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline from a recognized tertiary institution will be an advantage
•   A minimum of five (5) years relevant work experience in a reputable organisation, two (2) of which should be in a Senior Management Position;

Competencies:

•   Considerable knowledge of the Financial Administration Act. Internal Audit Agency Act and the Public Procurement Act;
•   Must possess strong administrative, leadership, mentoring and managerial skills;
•   A team player and good human relations;
•   Proficiency in the use of the computer and conversant with major Accounting software
•   Negotiation and lobbying skills
•   Ability to relate professionally with the work team, partners and stakeholders within the operational boundaries of the Authority
•   Capacity to inspire and motivate
•   Communication, writing, reporting and presentation skills.
•   ICT skills
•   Familiarity with the operations and management of youth programmes
•   Knowledge of project and programmes management

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants are kindly requested to send their applications and current CV by hand delivery at

our Head Office (Kaneshie Sports Complex)

OR send to:-

admin@nya.gov.gh

Closing Date: 15 December, 2014