{Institute of Chartered Accountants (Ghana),Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A,8 years,18 Jan-2017};

The Institute of Chartered Accountants (Ghana), ICAG, seeks to enhance service delivery to its key stakeholders, namely, members, students and the general public. It is therefore recruiting staff for its Finance Department  towards achieving this aim

The suitable candidate will be responsible for effective financial management and reporting at the Secretariat and contribute towards the financial planning and strategic growth of the organisation as a key member of the Strategic Management Team.

Job Description:

•   Ensure accurate and timely preparation of management accounts
•   Effective operation and development of management systems for all accounting function
•   Responsible for preparing the requisite financial reports for relevant authorities
•   Plan and prepare financial plans, budgets and forecasts
•   Oversight of all statutory returns and their management.
•   Maximize collection rate of income, among others

Remuneration: Attractive and negotiable

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A qualified accountant with ICAG, CIMA, ACCA, ACA or CPA.
•   At least eight (8) years post-qualification experience in an Accounting and/or Auditing environment.
•   A second degree in Finance and/or Accounting
•   Good working knowledge of current accounting software applications
•   Knowledge of management systems for all relevant accounting functions

Skills/ Abilities:

•   Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills.
•   Proven report writing skills.
•   Excellent IT skills with proficiency in MS Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint
•   Ability to set targets, motivate and inspire staff to achieve targets.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Mode of Application: Interested and qualified applicants should forward their applications with CVs to: Email:

hr@icagh.com / icaghana@gmail.com

Closing Date: 18 January, 2017

This is a great opportunity to join a friendly and progressive institution where hard work is appreciated and rewarded.

 

{African Aurora Business Network (AABN) Foundation,Accra. Tema. Takoradi. Kumasi and Koforidua/Nsawam,Full-Time, GH,N/A,N/A,10 Jan-2017};

African Aurora Business Network (AABN) Foundation is an enterprise development organisation established a decade ago to provide business advisory services and innovative entrerpreneurship training programmes for youth, women, budding entrepreneurs and growth-oriented enterprises.

We ar growing the team around the country (Accra, Tema, Takoradi, Kumasi and Koforidua/Nsawam) and seek to recruit an ambitious team and volunteer advisors as part-time/full-time in the following position: Administrative & Finance Manager

Location: Accra, Tema, Takoradi, Kumasi and Koforidua/Nsawam

How To Apply For The Job

Send your CV, motivational note, cover letter, portrait picture addressed to the HR Advisor and email to:

info@aabn.org.gh

Closing Date: 10 January, 2017

{Springforth International School,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Degree,5 years,02 Jan-2017};

Job Summary

•   The Finance & Administration Manager contributes to the overall success of the school  by effectively managing all financial tasks for the organization. The FAM is responsible for overseeing the administrative, operations and financial management and accountability requirements of Springforth International School.  She/he works as part of the school management team, taking a lead in the areas of operations, human resources, and finance management. The Finance Manager is responsible for ensuring that SFIS functions efficiently in all financial, administrative and operational matters, directly supervising administrative staff and providing oversight to all local procurement issues. Additionally, she/he works collaboratively and effectively with the Principal, assuring compliance with the terms of the SFIS policies.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

•   The FAM performs a wide range of duties including but not limited to the following:

Financial Accounting and Reporting:

•   Develop and maintain timely and accurate financial statements and reports that are appropriate for the users and in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
•   Develop, implement, and ensure compliance with internal financial and accounting policies and procedures
•   Ensure that all statutory requirements of the organization are met
•   Prepare all supporting information for the annual audit and liaise with the Board’s Audit Committee and the external auditors as necessary
•   Document and maintain complete and accurate supporting information for all financial transactions
•   Develop and maintain financial accounting systems for cash management, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and petty cash
•   Reconcile bank and investment accounts on a monthly basis
•   Review monthly results and implement monthly variance reporting
•   Manage the cash flow and prepare cash flow forecasts in accordance with policy
•   Oversee the bookkeeping function including maintenance of the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll
•   Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure that personnel and financial information is secure and stored in compliance with current legislation
•   Manage the acquisition of capital assets and ensure that assets are properly recorded, amortized, and disposed of as appropriate
•   Liaise with Finance Committee and/or Audit Committee as appropriate
•   Assist the Executive Director and the Board  with financial reporting as required at Board meeting and the Annual General Meetings

School  term Fees and Management of Student Accounts

•   Prepares school term bills
•   Tracks and monitors payment of term and other school activity fees and updates student accounts and sends payment  notices out to parents /guardians
•   Uses software to track billing and payments of student fees

Payroll preparation and administration:

•   Oversee all payroll functions to ensure that employees are paid in a timely and accurate manner including review of  completed timesheet for appropriate payroll expenditure coding
•   Negotiate and manage the employee insurance and benefits plans
•   Process and submit statutory and benefits remittances on time

Budget preparation/local procurement

•   Establish guidelines for budget and forecast preparation, and helps prepare the  term and annual budget in consultation with the Principal
•   Assists Principal and staff  with the preparation of budgets for funding applications and annual operational budgets
•   Supervises local procurement and checks good received

Management accounting

•   Maintain financial records for each project in a manner that facilitates management reports
•   Ensure that accurate and timely financial statements are prepared in accordance with contract agreements with funders
•   Provide accurate and timely reporting on the financial activity of individual projects

Office administration

•   Oversee and supervise the administrative function of the organization including reception, property/facility management, safety of the work environment, and provision of furnishings and equipment necessary for effective operations
•   Oversee the management of all leases, contracts and other financial commitments
•   Monitor all legislation relevant to the organization (employment standards, occupation health and safety, human rights, etc) and all regulations on professional certification to ensure that the organization is compliant

Qualification Required & Experience

Education:

•   University degree in Accounting, Commerce, or Business Management/Administration
•   Professional designation
•   Chartered Accountant, Certified General Accountant, or Certified Management Accountant designation is a plus

Experience

•   Minimum  5-7years of progressive accounting and  financial management skills.

Proficiency in the use of computer programs for:

•   Accounting Software,
•   Word processing,
•   Spreadsheets,
•   E-mail
•   Internet

The Candidate Must demonstrate competence in some or all of the following:

•   Communicate effectively: Speak, listen and write in English in  a clear, thorough and timely manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques.
•   Focus on Client Needs: Anticipate, understand, and respond to the needs of internal and external clients to meet or exceed their expectations within the organizational parameters.
•   Foster Teamwork: Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problem, and make decisions that enhance organizational effectiveness.
•   Lead: Positively influence others to achieve results that are in the best interest of the organization.
•   Make Decisions: Assess situations to determine the importance, urgency and risks, and make clear decisions which are timely and in the best interests of the organization
•   Organize: Set priorities, develop a work schedule, monitor progress towards goals, and track details, data, information and activities.
•   Plan: Determine strategies to move the organization forward, set goals, create and implement actions plans, and evaluate the process and results.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Resumes should be sent to:

springforthgh@yahoo.com

Closing Date: 02 January, 2017

{Abt Associates,Kumbungu. West Mamprusi. East Mamprusi. Mamprugu/Moagduri. Bunkpurugu-Yunyoo. Karaga,Full-Time, GH,N/A,N/A,10 Jan-2017};

Abt. Associates Inc., a US based company, is implementing the PMI/ USAID–funded African Indoor Residual Spraying (AIRS) program. AIRS has been implemented in in Ghana since 2008 in some selected districts in the Northern Region.

Job Description

Currently, Abt Associates is implementing Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS) in Six selected districts in the Northern region: Kumbungu, West Mamprusi, East Mamprusi, Mamprugu/Moagduri,Bunkpurugu-Yunyoo, Karaga, districts.

We are currently seeking qualified individuals to fill temporary positions as Finance Assistants (6 positions) Successful candidates will be contracted for not more than 4 months. Candidates that live in any of the districts mentioned above will have added advantage.

Responsibilities of Finance Assistant

•   Work closely with District managers  in identifying engaged personnel for payment
•   Ensure that district  staff  receive their wages by liaising effectively with the district banks
•   Ensure that  monies advanced to pay mobilizers and implementers are closely monitored and cleared  timely
•   Participate in the preparation, correction and submission of bi-weekly financial reports.
•   Work with logistics department to ensure that all vendors are paid promptly
•   Handle any finance related activities in the districts.
•   Collect and enter data in excel for project activities in the district.
•   Collect information for and prepare payroll payment for temporal staff.
•   Adhere to the company’s financial policies and procedures
•   Properly keep records of all financial transactions in the district
•   Ensure swift payment of invoices by properly verifying all invoices submitted for correctness
•   Provide financial support to team members.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Minimum of BACHELORS’S/HND and experience in Accounting, and Finance
•   Proficiency in English and one or more Ghanaian Northern Language is a plus.
•   Work overtime if necessary as well as meet deadlines for reporting.
•   Knowledge of USAID regulations is an advantage.
•   MUST be able to ride a motorbike and possess a valid license.
•   Basic understanding of accounting process and procedure
•   Good level of competence in excel and word
•   Good communication skills
•   Good organizational skills used in planning work
•   Good problem solving ability

Location: Kumbungu, West Mamprusi, East Mamprusi, Mamprugu/Moagduri,Bunkpurugu-Yunyoo, Karaga

How to Apply for The Job

Please look through the above mentioned districts and select any one where you wish to be considered for the position of Logistics Assistant and state this in your application letter. Application letters that do not have specific district will not be considered.

You can send your application letter and CV by any of the methods stated below. Please choose only one method and apply through that method, do not use both methods to apply:

Send your applications to the following email:

abtairslogistics@gmail.com (Please indicate the position and district in the subject line of the email. Emails without district and Job title will not be considered)

You can also deliver your application by hand to the Abt Associates Inc. Office building located near VSO office off the SSNIT Road Junction Kalpohine, Estates Tamale.

Closing Date: 10 January, 2017

Applications submitted after this date will not be considered. Only qualified applicants will be contacted. Females are particularly encouraged to apply.

{Jhpiego,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Degree,8 years,19 Jan-2017};

Summary

The Director for Finance and Office Operations will provide overall finance and administrative expertise and management to the Ghana country office.  This includes accesses the adequacy and recommends appropriate internal control systems to reduce associated risks in Jhpiego’s country office.   The Director for Finance and Office Operations will provide guidance, training, and compliance oversight in the areas of financial management, subrecipient monitoring, procurement, and other operational areas, as needed.  He/She will work closely with senior management, finance and administration, and human resources to ensure compliance with Jhpiego, the Johns Hopkins University, and donor regulations.  He/She also oversees all large procurement, renovation processes, and MOUs and local sub-agreements.  Under the direction of Jhpiego’s CFO and Deputy CFO for Program Finance, he/she will ensure financial system and reports are compatible with standard Jhpiego accounting practices

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Planning and Implementation

•   Manage the effective utilization of Jhpiego’s financial management system to ensure accurate financial tracking and reporting and ensure compliance with Jhpiego policies, donor and legal requirements.
•   Review policies, procedures and systems to ensure effective internal controls are in place and are adhered to.
•   Review and monitoring of the financial records of implementing partners.
•   Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly and/or annual reports as needed.
•   Examines financial documents such as payroll, vouchers, invoices, delivery notes, purchase orders and other documents to ensure the completeness, accuracy, and validity of financial data before making payments.
•   Develops proposal budgets for business development for review by Baltimore in accordance with donor requirements.
•   Designs and implements sound internal controls by implementing recommendations from compliance reviews
•   Implements and guide staff on policies and procedures and lead trainings, as needed
•   Assume other duties as assigned.

Accounting

•   Review of QBE monthly financial reports and any other reports before submission to Baltimore.
•   Ensures sound accounting records
•   Regularly reviews QBE:  review of balance sheet, aging analysis, detailed GL, expenditure by ION, advance balance to ensure costs are allowable and reasonable
•   Review monthly QBE replenishment request

Budget Management

•   Assist program staff to develop work plans and annual operational budgets for programs and the office costs.
•   Leads the development, monitoring, and review of project budgets
•   Reviews monthly financial analysis and budget vs expense reports to determine reasonableness of variances and take appropriate actions, as required
•   Ensures reasonableness of financial projections
•   Preparation of burn rates and review of program expenditure with respective program managers on a monthly basis.
•   Provide financial and accounting technical advice to all Jhpiego programs for effective program implementation.

Cash and Bank Management

•   Monitors disbursement of funds from the project bank account(s) to ensure compliance with Jhpiego’s financial policies and procedures as outlined in the Jhpiego Finance and Accounting policies manual for country offices, banking policy, QBE Manual, Procurement Manual, and any other policies.
•   Reviews a sample of expense reports and other project expenses on a day-to-day basis to ensure adequate documentation, allowability, allocability and reasonability.
•   Ensure sufficient funds are available at all times to meet project needs
•   Closely monitors cash flow and assures budgets are followed so spending is on track
•   Reviews disbursements and payroll for authenticity and accuracy
•   Notifies Jhpiego/Baltimore on changes needed to bank signatures
•   Serves as Jhpiego’s liaison with banking officials

Auditing

•   Ensure financial records are properly maintained and readily available during audits
•   Ensure that in-country legal and statutory requirements  (i.e. registration, VAT/Tax reporting, filing tax returns, business licenses etc.) are fully complied
•   Collaborate with internal and external auditors and ensure prompt implementation of their recommendations (serve as the Audit Manager)
•   Drafts responses to audit findings and follow-up on the implementation of audit recommendations

Office Operations

•   Review and advise on legal matters including leases, sub agreements and contracts.
•   Ensures implementation of sound administrative systems and processes to ensure smooth functioning of the country and field offices
•   Ensures assets and inventories are well maintained and annual physical verifications are undertaken
•   Manages office lease agreements and other contracted vendor agreements
•   Overseas the integrity of the procurement process especially the identification and establishment of preferred vendors.
•   Review various financial monitoring tools like the purchase order log, airfare and airport transfers log, motor vehicle log, etc. on a regular basis.
•   Manages the IT team and ensure there is adequate IT support and resources as needed

Coordination, Networking and Representation

•   Serves as a member of the senior management team
•   Advise senior leadership regularly on financial and operations-related matters
•   Provide supervision, guidance and mentorship of staff and ensure team spirit within the finance team.

Subaward Management

•   Administer sub-agreements, draft award documents, monitor of grants payments and the compliance to award terms and conditions.
•   In collaboration with the Grants and Compliance Officer, review milestones and invoices for reimbursement
•   Provides assistance, as needed, to local subgrantees on financial compliance and reporting
•   Document the process by which sub-grantees are selected for awards and the implementation status of activities
•   Review of budgets for partner sub-agreements and recipient monthly financial reports.
•   Working closely with the Grants and Compliance Officer, train new subgrantees in the terms of award documents, rules and regulations, financial accounting standards, and financial reporting.

Record Keeping and Reporting

•   Ensure adequate and organized record keeping of all project activities including plans, implementation progress, workshops, supervision visits and training
•   Oversees the financial reporting process to donors
•   Share records with relevant stakeholders and team members, as needed

Communication

•   Ensure timely and adequate communication between MCSP and all Jhpiego projects and departments office in Accra and headquarters.

NOTE:  All staff members of Jhpiego, regardless of the level of their responsibilities are expected to:

•   Model the Jhpiego mission and values
•   Participate in the business development process
•   Contribute to the knowledge sharing and transfer process
•   Make responsible decisions that result in time and cost containment and clear accountability
•   Participate in multiple teams, adopt team spirit, take responsibility for action items assigned and provide feedback as needed
•   Multitask, be able to manage competing priorities and be able to prioritize in order to meet program and/or organizational objectives

Qualification Required & Experience

•   An honor’s degree accounting, finance, business administration or equivalent.
•   Qualified accountant with CPA (K), ACCA or equivalent.
•   Minimum of eight (8) years of post-qualification experience in financial management with at least 5 years in a senior position in a reputable NGO or development agency.
•   Ability to analyze financial data, create and track budgets and set-up and maintain financial management systems
•   Ability to communicate both orally and in writing and to confidently engage with high ranking government and donor partners.
•   Trustworthy and track record of impeccable integrity.
•   Conversant with USAID financial guidelines/regulations.
•   In-depth working knowledge of QBE
•   Financial and computer skills – working knowledge of database applications, word processing and Excel, as well as experience with accounting software
•   Excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented and high degree of accuracy;
•   Strong analytical skills and sound judgment.
•   Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively interact with all levels of staff and partners.
•   Good oral and written communication skills to effectively communicate findings and analyses
•   Be cooperative, hardworking, flexible & dependable.
•   Pleasant, warm and outgoing personality.
•   Be of high integrity and have a sense of confidentiality
•   Be willing to take on extra responsibilities in order to achieve the goals/objectives set by the organization
•   Capability to develop and implement effective strategies and tactics for accomplishing assigned duties
•   Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
•   Be self-motivated, proactive and have a positive attitude to work requiring minimum supervision.
•   Be able to supervise staff and ensure teamwork.
•   Ability to mentor staff and support their professional development
•   Ability to manage confidential matters discreetly
•   Ability to manage staff effectively in a complex and changing environment
•   Experience working with USAID or USG; in-depth knowledge of USG rules and regulations; experience working with other donors
•   Experience in developing and implementing administrative systems in areas of procurement, asset management, office operations etc.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Please apply with a cover letter and detailed CV including three referees. Email applications to:

work2savelives@gmail.com

Closing Date: 19 January, 2017

•   Jhpiego is an equal opportunity employer
•   Only short-listed applicants will be contacted

{Confidential,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,09 Dec-2016};

A finance house with branches has vacancy for: Head of Finance

Duties

•   Prepare financial statements for the company and oversee audits
•   Oversee all financial activities in the finance department
•   Ensure prompt reporting to Bank of Ghana
•   Heads report to the Managing Director

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Candidates must have chartered certification with CIMA, ACCA or ICA and a degree in Accounting or Finance from a recognised University

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Please send CV including experience in similar role to:

sanytexx@gmail.com

Closing Date: 09 December, 2016

{SEND GHANA,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, 7 years,16 Dec-2016};

SEND GHANA is the oldest of the three affiliate national NGOs (i.e. SEND-Liberia and SEND Sierra Leone) establishedby the Social Enterprise Development of Foundation of West Africa ( SEND West Africa). SEND West Africa was founded in Ghana in August, 1998 to promote livelihood security, equality of women and men and accountable and transparent governance. The target groups of SEND’s programs are mostly women, youth and farmers in conflict prone ,resource poor and difficult to reach communities in each country.

Job Summary:

The Finance and Operations Director will be responsible for all aspects of project administrative and financial management.  The Finance and Operations Director will establish and maintain sound financial management practices, and ensure the project’s compliance with USAID and SEND GHANA’s procedures, rules and regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

•   Provide leadership to finance and operations aspects of the project, including general administrative processes, financial management, sub award management, procurement, accounting, and logistics.
•   Develop and maintain sound and transparent accounting and financial management control systems for financial, sub award and operations aspects of project.
•   Advise senior leadership regularly on financial and operations-related matters;
•   Manages annual budgeting process and provides budget support and training for project staff.
•   Provide technical assistance, as needed, to local partners on financial compliance and reporting.
•   Produce regular financial reports and management accounts and submit same to the Country Director.
•   Ensure compliance of financial and operations systems with SEND GHANA’s policies and USAID rules and regulation, award requirements, as well as and the laws of the Republic of Ghana.
•   Assist to develop programme and project budgets and monitor and review adherence to such budgets.
•   Liaise with internal and external auditors in the review of project financial management.
•   Contribute to the development of high-quality work plans, quarterly and annual reports, financial reports, and any other reports required by USAID.
•   Develop, analyze and monitor program budgets; monitor and track obligations and expenditures against budgets;
•   Prepare and submit annual and quarterly financial and accrual reports to USAID through the Chief of Party.
•   Manage project procurement processes.
•   Any other responsibilities as may be assigned.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Minimum of a Master’s Degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field is required.
•   Professional qualifications; CA, ACCA or CPA
•   At least 7 years of overall professional experience in operations and financial management of large- scale, complex, international programs, including experience in managing donor funded subcontracts/grants.
•   Experience in similar position with a Non-Governmental Organization is preferred.
•   Must be familiar with USG rules and regulations, financial reporting and compliance management.
•   Should have a proven track record in grant management.
•   Demonstrated experience and skills in developing and managing large and complex budgets.
•   Knowledge in generally-accepted accounting, budgeting and fiscal control principles
•   Relevant skills in automated accounting software systems and database spreadsheets;
•   Experience building capacity in financial management of community-based organizations and implementing partners;
•   Demonstrated ability to create and maintain effective working relations with NGO partners, community-based organizations and international donor agencies;
•   Demonstrated leadership qualities, depth and breadth of financial management expertise
•   Strong interpersonal, writing and oral presentation skills in English
•   Relevant computer software skills and familiarity with accounting software (including, at a minimum, the standard applications in MS Office).
•   Excellent interpersonal skills and experience establishing and maintaining good relationships with a wide variety of professionals and organizations.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should submit CV and cover letter to the HR Manager, A 28 Regimanuel Estates, Nungua Barrier, Sakumono, Accra

or through email:

career@sendwestafrica.org. The subject of the email should be “Finance and Operations Director”

Closing Date: 16 December, 2016

SEND GHANA is an equal opportunity employer and women are particularly encouraged to apply

{WaterAid Ghana,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, 7 years,06 Dec-2016};

WaterAid Ghana is looking for a Head of Finance and IT to play a vital role in our mission to transform lives with safe water, sanitation and hygiene in the world’s poorest communities.

Working within the Finance and IT Department, you will be reporting to the Country Director. You will take responsibility and provide strategic leadership of the financial and IT function of WaterAid Ghana, whilst ensuring effective application of WaterAid financial and IT policies and procedures in collaboration with members of the Senior Management Team and WaterAid UK.

Key Roles and responsibilities include:

1) Strategy

•   Continue to strategic leadership of the CP as part of Senior Management Team (SMT) and implementation of the country strategy programme
•   Provide strategic financial advice in line with current programme designs, business plans and projects with the formulation
•   Provide top level financial support to SMT in relation to financial policies, budget and plans
•   Develop and maintain effective working relationships with other SMT members to understand their financial support requirements, co-ordinate appropriate responses and ensure implementation of finance policies and support
•   Lead and assist SMT with financial forecasting for relevant, accurate and timely financial forecasts

2) Financial & Risk Management

•   Lead them to high level risk analysis and risk management
•   Partner with Senior Management to develop annaul operating plans and forecasts
•   Provide leadership in monitoring and reporting on financial risks
•   Lead and guide the Finance team in ensuring assessment of partners financial management ability and support in building their capacity to develop internal financial systems
•   Supporting and influencing budget holders to monitor all operational financial risks
•   Maintain up to date knowledge of financial legislation and good practice to ensure that the country programme complies with all legal requirements and practively stays at the forefront of financial management practice
•   Develop, implement and maintain financial management procedures, systems, transactions across the country programme and to ensure compliance with WaterAid’s overall policies.

3) Compliance & Legislation

•   Knowledge of government policies, regulations and legistation on financial management, taxation and international donor reporting requirements
•   Facilitate and co-ordinate both internal and external audits and lead the development and implementation of action plans based on audit recommendations, monitoring progress on achievements
•   Ensure relevant reconciliation, accurate financial reports and timely audits in accordance with WaterAid and donor requirements
•   Provide and consolidate financial information for management accounts to support financial decision-making.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A Master’s degree in Finance and fully completed professional accounting qualification/certification with CA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent.
•   7 to 10 years post qualification experience, of which at least 5 must be in senior management
•   IT literate and excellent knowledge and skills in computer based accounting systems including SUN and Vision, and Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
•   Ability to think strategically with excellent planning, prioritisation skills, strong analytical and problem-solving skills
•   Methodical, organised and able to work to high auditable standards
•   Excellent (proven) interpersonal (oral and written) communication skills
•   Discretion in handling of confidential information and commitment to WaterAid’s values, approaches and ways of work.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates should send their applications (letter of interest and resume) via email to:

ghrecruitment@wateraid.org

Closing Date: 06 December, 2016

{Agogo Presbyterian College of Education,Agogo,Full-Time, GH,N/A, 4 years,10 Jan-2017};

The Council of the Agogo Presbyterian College of Education announces for the academic community and the general public of vacancies available for the executive position for the college. Appointments shall be made by the college council upon the recommendations of a search committee and in accordance with the Hamonised Statutes for Colleges of Education and on such terms and conditions, as Council shall determine. The officer should be able to serve their FULL-TERM of office before attaining the compulsory retiring age of SIXTY (60)

Job Purpose:

•   The Finance Officer’s position is a top management position heading a major division of the College. He/she shall be the Chief Accounting Officer of the College and the Chief Financial Advisor to the Principal;

Duties:

•   Has general responsibility for the administration of the financial affairs of the college that will ensure its financial health and shall exercises direct superintendence over all accounting officers;
•   Responsible for collecting all legitimate revenue due to the College;
•   Exercises control over expenditure in line with the college’s budgets;
•   Has the duty of preparing the annual budget of the college for to the appropriate governing body for approval and implementation;
•   Ensuring that the financial statements of the college are drawn up in accordance with the law establishing the college, the Statutes, applicable accounting standards and all other regulations approved
•   by the college as well as all other relevant national laws; and liaises with auditors to get the college’s financial statements audited.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Applicant must hold a good first degree or comparable qualification plus a professional qualification or a master’s degree in Finance would be appropriate.
•   Should have served as a Deputy Finance Officer in a college of education or comparable grade in a similar institution for at least four (4) years

In addition, applicant must:

•   Be analytical, critical, result-oriented, innovative and visionary;
•   Possess hands-on ability to work independently;
•   Possess excellent communication, interpersonal and supervisory skills;
•   Be a good team player;
•   Possess strong IT skills and familiarity with accounting software;
•   Be able to work under pressure to meet deadlines; and possess proactive commercial flair.

Location: Agogo

How To Apply For The Job

All applications should be forwarded under REGISTERED COVER marked “Application for College Finance Officer, to reach the addresses below, not later than Tuesday, January 10,2017

THE SEARCH COMMITTEE
AGOGO PRESBYTERIAN COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
POST OFFICE BOX 26
A GOGO, ASANTE AKYEM NORTH

Email: info@apce.edu.gh

Closing Date: 10 January, 2017

{Perseus Mining Ghana Ltd,Western Region,Full-Time, GH,N/A, 5 years,25 Nov-2016};

Perseus Mining is a dual listed (Australia, Toronto) gold miner and explorer focused on the West African region. Perseus Mining (Ghana) Limited (PMGL) has recently commissioned the world-class Edikan gold project in the Western Region of Ghana.

Edikan Gold Mine (EGM) has a current mining reserve of 3.3M oz of gold from a resource base of 4.3M oz. The Edikan processing facility has been designed as a 5.5Mtpa processing facility with the ability to expand this to 7.9Mtpa in the future. The plant is capable of producing at a rate of 220-270,OOOoz gold per annum.

Purpose of Role:

•   The preferred candidate will prepare, examine, and analyse financial reports and records.
•   The candidate will also be responsible for the preparation and submission of tax documents and create effective and cost-efficient financial practices and procedures for the Edikan Mine.

Key Responsibilities:  

•   Prepare periodic financial reports to assist in management decision making
•   Check for compliance with national laws in all financial documents
•   Ensure proper administration of Treasure and Fixed Assets systems
•   Establish and maintain good communication channels between departments to allow accurate and timely dissemination of relevant information to the right people
•   Understand, interpret and apply relevant Ghanaian tax laws in business transactions
•   Liaise with Auditors and Tax Advisors on issues relating to tax and audit
•   Ensure timely payment of royalties, national stabilisation levy, corporate tax, withholding tax and PAYE in accordance with Ghanaian Laws.
•   Study operational issues and provide financial advice by applying financial principles, best practices and develop recommendations
•   Create efficient methods for Accounting and financial record-keeping,
•   Any other duties that commensurate the role

Remuneration for the Role: Competitive and Attractive

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting/Commerce from a recognised University
•   Chartered Accountant (ACCA, CA, CPA)
•   Minimum of 5 years’ post qualification experience on operational mine sites or progressive ‘financial responsibility in a multinational company
•   Exposure to finance management systems and protocols (ERP)
•   Superior understanding of Ghana tax laws
•   Must have a strong auditing and tax background
•   Reliable, high attention to details and honest
•   Must have business acumen
•   Must be able to maintain high level of confidentiality.

Location: Western Region

How To Apply For The Job

Application will only be received by email to:

hr.pmgl@perseusmining.com.gh with Financial Accountant in the subject line of the email.

Closing Date: 25 November, 2016

Perseus Mining (Ghana) Limited is an equal opportunity employer