{KPMG Ghana,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 May-2015};

Our Client, one of the major players in the telecommunication industry in Ghana, is seeking to enhance its financial positioning within the industry by recruiting outstanding, dynamic and seasoned professionals to drive its goals.
This is an opportunity to make a career move to be part of a strong management team committed to excellence.

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the role holder will be responsible for the overall development and implementation of the company’s financial strategy and oversight of financial accounting, corporate treasury management, inventory management and all general accounting and finance functions.

Key Responsibilities:

•   Oversee and champion the articulation and development of the finance strategy ensuring alignment with the company’s overall strategy and business objectives
•   Drive the development and implementation of long-term and short-term financing strategies relating to capital sourcing, capital management and investment to maximise shareholder value in consultation with the Board and CEO
•   Oversee the preparation of the corporate budget as well as the department’s annual budget and monitor implementation
•   Design and implement strategies and mechanisms to safeguard the assets (liquid and fixed) of the company
•   Identify risks and long-term financial implications of intended corporate projects / initiatives, and advise the Board and other Management committees accordingly
•   Evolve and implement robust cost management strategies to monitor and control organisation-wide costs
•   Plan, direct and coordinate the implementation of effective accounting and financial policies, procedures and reports to ensure sound financial management and control as well as compliance with reporting standards, management requirements, and applicable regulatory requirements
•   Coordinate timely preparation of financial statements and ensure that the statements reflect The company’s financial position in compliance with statutory and regulatory
Oversee third party financial relationships with auditors and critical stakeholder interfaces with with particular respect to the Board, the Ministry of Communications, National Communications Authority and Ghana Revenue Authority.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   An MBA or a  master’s degree in Finance or Accounting
•   A chartered Accounting certification (ACCA, CIMA, CFA or a relevant professional body)
•   Minimum of 10 years experience related to Accounting/Finance with at least 5 years in a management position.
•   Experience in a telecommunication environment will be an advantage.
•   Essential Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
•   Extensive experience in leading and/or the delivering commercially focused financial solutions
•   Fully functional with all aspects of financial and cost accounting, reporting, treasury, tax and inventory management
•   Ability to negotiate complex commercial outcomes with a strong executive presence and ability to identify the true long term value propositions and opportunities
•   Excellent communication and interpersonal skills coupled with a strong ability to influence both internal and external stakeholders
•   Excellent presentation and organisational skills, critical attention to detail, high integrity and results oriented.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should please apply with their CVs by 8 May 2015 to:

HR Advisory Services
KPMG
Marlin House
13 Yiyiwa Drive, Abelenkpe
P. O. Box GP 242,
Accra

Or by e-mail to:

hr@kpmg.com.gh

Closing Date: 08 May, 2015

{KPMG Ghana,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 May-2015};

Our Client, one of the major players in the telecommunication industry in Ghana, is seeking to enhance its financial positioning within the industry by recruiting outstanding, dynamic and seasoned professionals to drive its goals.
This is an opportunity to make a career move to be part of a strong management team committed to excellence.

Reporting to the Chief Finance Officer, the role holder will be responsible for the accuracy and completeness of revenue streams by detecting revenue leakages and implementing preventative measures to mitigate these revenue leakages. A key driver in process improvement, providing assurance for key revenue streams designing and implementing business controls to better identify and recover revenue loss.

Key responsibilities:

•   Develop a revenue assurance and fraud roadmap identifying strengths, weaknesses, threats and opportunities within the current platforms being used in the industry
•   Develop and implement a revenue assurance and fraud strategy
•   Liaise with Risk Management unit to establish control policies and procedures for all areas of risk and revenue loss
•   Create and maintain a risk register for all identified and potential risks
•   Define and implement control procedures to mitigate identified risks and revenue loss scenarios
•   Implement essential automated tools/solutions, to test for and monitor leakage and the adequacy of business rules
•   Develop and implement adequate test scripts for commercial initiatives  and other revenue impacting configuration before roll out
•   Conduct pre- and post-risk assessment of all new products and facilitate the implementation of required controls to correct identified risks
•   Manage the review of UAT and post implementation review of all products and services, charging and billing systems migrations
•   Actively seek revenue leakage within the company Ghana and work with internal stakeholders to plug leakage and ensure future revenues are assured
•   Develop, implement and monitor revenue assurance KPIs, including ones that monitor billing accuracy of all existing bill plans as well as new commercial initiatives
•   Develop and implement RA and Fraud reporting dashboard for all KPIS.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   First degree in a numerate discipline (Accounting, Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, etc.) Chartered Accountant or an MBA
•   Certified Information Systems Auditor would be preferable
•   Finance, Auditing, Revenue Assurance or related assurance work experience
•   A minimum of six (6) years financial, operational and information technology experience with a telecommunications service provider.

Skills and Experience  

•   Significant experience in telecommunications products, services, rates, tariffs, regulations, service level agreements, Telecommunications consulting/audit background
•   Significant experience with order provisioning, customer care, usage processing and telecommunications billing processes, systems and interfaces
•   Experience with process mapping and understanding data models
•   Ability to perform risk assessments of products and services pre- and post-implementation
•   Experience in revenue assurance, systems audit, information technology services and business process reviews
•   Ability to quantify revenue impacts of issues that may arise on the prepaid and postpaid platforms
•   Knowledge of Financial Reporting
•   Experience in use of data analytic tools
•   Project Management Skills.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should please apply with their CVs by 8 May 2015 to:

HR Advisory Services
KPMG
Marlin House
13 Yiyiwa Drive, Abelenkpe
P. O. Box GP 242,
Accra

Or by e-mail to:

hr@kpmg.com.gh

Closing Date: 08 May, 2015

{KPMG Ghana,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 May-2015};

Our Client, one of the major players in the telecommunication industry in Ghana, is seeking to enhance its financial positioning within the industry by recruiting outstanding, dynamic and seasoned professionals to drive its goals.
This is an opportunity to make a career move to be part of a strong management team committed to excellence.

Responsible for identifying, managing and  advising the Management on potential risks  and threats to the company, its employees, customers, reputation, assets, profitability and interests of stakeholders. The job holder will report to the Board of Directors and the CEO.

Key Responsibilities:

•   Champion the development and implementation of the company’s risk appetite, limits and tolerance levels
•   Assist the Board and Executive Management to develop and communicate risk management policies, risk appetite and risk limits, across all levels of the organisation
•   Develop the company’s risk identification and annual assessment plan and facilitate the identification, measurement, assessment, monitoring, and control of the level of risks in the organisation
•   Define The company’s enterprise risk management framework and establish guidelines for the development and implementation of supporting policies and procedures
•   Incorporate risk considerations into strategic decision-making and ensure alignment between business strategies of line management and The company’s risk policy
•   Conduct organisation-wide training and awareness sessions on internal control and risk issues
•   Define and implement the control framework for monitoring and reporting on internal controls over the company’s operations, compliance and financial reporting
•   Ensure adequate monitoring of significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in internal controls and ensure that appropriate remedial actions are taken
•   Establish and maintain a risk awareness culture within the company and provide appropriate opportunities for organisational learning, including lessons learned from previous problems, on-going communication, training and development.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A degree in Commerce, Accounting or any risk management related discipline
•   An MBA, Certified Internal Auditor or Chartered Accounting certification will be an advantage
•   Ten to twelve years’ experience in Financial Risk Management, IT Risk Management and/or Internal Audit
•   Telecommunication experience will be an added advantage.
•   Essential Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
•   Deep understanding of inherent risks in the local & regional telecoms industry
•   Comprehensive knowledge of risk management practices and principles
•   Extensive experience in risk-based internal audit with a strong knowledge and understanding of governance practices, internal control systems and ability to monitor risk management activities internal audit and assurance practices and financial risk management principles and processes.
•   Persistence and ability to overcome resistance or challenge differing perspectives with well-reasoned and logical explanations
•   Strong communication skills – able to tailor communication to required audience.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should please apply with their CVs by 8 May 2015 to:

HR Advisory Services
KPMG
Marlin House
13 Yiyiwa Drive, Abelenkpe
P. O. Box GP 242,
Accra

Or by e-mail to:

hr@kpmg.com.gh

Closing Date: 08 May, 2015

{PKF Ghana,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 May-2015};

Our  clients, an Oil Marketing Company, with industrial and commercial operations in petroleum products and lubricants in Ghana, is seeking for a professional, astute and self motivated person.

The Role

•   The successful candidate will head the Treasury Department and report directly to the Finance Manager.
•   Ensure efficient cash management and optimal application of the company’s fund in support of operations within the framework of accounting standards, company policies and work procedures

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Must be a professionally qualified Accountant (ICA, ACCA, ICMA) with a minimum of three years post qualification with relevant work experience
•   The candidate should be computer literate and have a good communication and analytical skills.
•   The candidate should have banking experience and should not be more than forty (40) years old.

Remuneration – Negotiable

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

All interested persons should apply in writing together with their most recent curriculum vitae with two referees to:-

PKF Executive Search
P.O.Box 1219
Accra

Or fax to:- 0302-226628

or e-mail to:-

info@pkfghana.com  or  pannell@vodafone.com.gh

Contact telephone / cell phone numbers and/or e-mail addresses should be stated on the CVs.

Closing Date: 15 May, 2015

{ACDI/VOCA,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 May-2015};

Since 1963 and in 146 countries, ACDI/VOCA has empowered people in developing and transitional nations to succeed in the global economy. Based in Washington, D.C., ACDI/VOCA is a nonprofit international development organization that delivers technical and management assistance in agribusiness, financial services, enterprise development, community development and food security in order to promote broad-based economic growth and vibrant civil society. ACDI/VOCA currently has approximately 60 projects in 30 countries and total revenues of $173 million.

Senior Management And Technical Specialists, Mali
We are currently seeking senior-level Technical and Management Leads for the anticipated USAlD-funded funded DCA program. DCA seeks to support capacity building as needed for both lenders and borrowers which will facilitate economic growth. Prior experience working with international NGOs and companies on donor-funded projects, specifically USAID projects, is preferred for this position.

Duties & Responsibilities:

•   Evaluate DCA partner banks and their training needs;
•   Provide technical direction for program activities related to rural and agricultural finance and value chain finance;
•   Design and supervise a program of credit risk sharing, credit information sharing and direct support to new borrowers’ programs;
•   Provide support to farmers, financial institutions and input suppliers to ensure linkages;
•   Support partner banks to develop new lending products in the agriculture sector.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Advanced degree in finance, accounting, banking, businesses management, or related field;
•   Demonstrated technical skills in rural and agricultural finance, value chain finance, warehouse receipts, or inventory credit;
•   Seven years of experience in rural financial services;
•   5 years of experience with projects promoting best practices in financial services;
•   Expertise in design and implementation;
•   Fluency in French and Bambara required, other local languages a plus,English preferred

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

If you are interested in these opportunities please submit your resume to:-

MaliDCA@joinav.org , indicating your position of interest in the email subject line. Resumes should list long-term employment history and any relevant short-term consulting work.

Closing Date: 30 May, 2015

•   No phone calls please.
•   Only finalists contacted.
•   Women and minorities encouraged to apply.

{Education International-Africa Region,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 May-2015};

Job Description

•   Be responsible for financial planning and implementation of financial procedures
•   Be responsible for the establishment and implementation of financial management information systems to facilitate decision making
•   Ensure effective review and implementation of procurement and general expenditure policies and procedures
•   Handle all financial aspectes of personnel maters
•   Prepare and analyse budget
•   Prepare payroll, statements, invoices and vouchers
•   Verify and post accounts transactions to journals, ledgers and other records
•   Prepares special financial reports by collecting, analysing, summarizing account information and trends
•   Monitor and report regularly to management on expenditure
•   Audit contracts, orders, and vouchers, and prepare reports to substantiate individual transactions prior to settlement
•   Reporting and accounting on every project including taxation and general accounting principles and financial laws particularly pertaining to Ghana
•   Recommends financial actions and analysing accounting options
•   Prepare the accounts for audit and liaise with the auditor
•   Undertake any other duty that may be assigned  by the Chief

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Education:  A relevant professional qualifications in accounting
•   At least 3 years’ experience in Book Keeping, knowledge of Accounting Procedures, exceptional computer skills including the ability to operate modern office computer, spread sheet and accounting software effectively

Personal Attributes:  

•   Honest and trustworthy
•   Respectful
•   Demonstrate sound work ethics

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should submit their CV and a page of motivational letter by email to:

2015eiafghana@gmail.com

Closing Date: 30 April, 2015

NB:  Only short-listed persons will be contacted

{Canadian Co-operative Association,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 May-2015};

The Canadian Co-operative Association (www.coopscanada.coop) is a national association for co-operatives in Canada, representing more than nine million co-operative and credit union members from over 2,000 organisations. CCA’s international development mission is to establish and grow co-operatives, credit unions and community based organisations to reduce poverty, build sustainable livelihoods and improve civil society in less developed countries. For over 50 years, CCA has been working with local partners organisations to strengthening credit unions and co-operatives in Asia, Africa and the Americas.

Job Summary

CCA is implementing a five-year project, FOSTERING-Food Security through co-operative in Northern Ghana, funded by the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA) and developed in partnership with SEND Ghana and the Ghana Co-operative Credit Union Association (CUA). The anticipated project will increase sustainable and gender equitable food security for over 42,000 men and women in eight districts in the Eastern Corridor of Northern Ghana.

CCA seeks to hire highly competent dynamic and experienced finance and administration officer for its operations in Northern Ghana Reporting to the Country Manager, he/she is responsible to ensure all administration, accounting and documentation of all financial transactions in timely and accurate manner. In addition, the finance officer will ensure CCA compliance of all financial expenses at the field level He’she is expected to provide ongoing support to CUA and SEND finance officers to help them comply with CCA requirements. Moreover, the F&A officer will work and collaborate with CCA senior finance office in Ottawa.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

•   Adhere  to  CCA/DFATD  mandated,  procedures, reporting timelme and controls,  mduding.
•   Procurement.   Asset   Management,   and   Finance procedures.
•   Administer and manage daily accounting and finance functions  including the timely  recording of transactions, cash management, banking, payroll, inventory, receivables and payables
•   Implement and administer CCA systems for internal control, compliance and accounting data processing and financial reporting functions in accordance with CCA and DFATD regulations
•   Assist  CUA and   SEND  finance  officers to fully comply  with  CCA financial  procedures   reporting requirement and deadline
•   Ensure that all monthly and annual reports are fully completed    and    supported    by    all    necessary documentation in line with CCA procurement
•   Ensure that operational cash advance is maintained at a lowest level (200-300CAD) possible facilitating smooth program delivery
•   Facilitate the weekly and monthly cash counts and reconciliations
•   Responsible for proper filing of all receipts and documentation according to CCA procedures
•   Conduct   himself/herself   both   professionally   and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to CCA and to not jeopardise its operations in Ghana.
•   Do other duties as assigned

Qualification Required & Experience

Matching Indicators:

•   At least first degree in accounting, mathematics or related discipline
•   Minimum five years progressive work experience as an accounting officer.
•   Strong understanding and knowledge of accounting system (eg. Quick books)
•   Strong understanding of DFATD financial procedures is an asset
•   Excellent  interpersonal  skills and  the ability  to support, motivate subordinate and partners Experience in developing budget, annual and semi-annual financial reports
•   Ability to work independently, set realistic goals, and work within agreed timelmes

Location: Tamale

How To Apply For The Job

•   Applications should include a cover letter. CV with at least three referees copies of academic certificates and a daytime telephone contract. For email applications please note that attached documents should not be larger than 3 MB. Any larger email will not be considered.
•   Address your email application to:- Lydia@sendwestafrica.org mentioning Finance and Administration officer in the subject line.

Closing Date: 30 April, 2015

{Confidential,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 May-2015};

Organization:  A reputable Four Star Hotel in Accra

Job Description

•   Managing the entire finance function of the company
•   Preparing periodic management and statutory reports
•   Developing and maintaining systems and procedures to ensure efficient & effective management of the company finance
•   Managing and ensuring timely filing & payment  of statutory obligations
•   Maintain accurate and internationally accepted accounting records

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Min Education:  First Degree
•   Work Experience:  5 – 10 Years
•   A professional accounting qualification (ICA, ACCA & CIMA)
•   A good first degree plus 5 years minimum working experience
•   Must be proficient with an accounting software, preferably  Accpac

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Qualified candidates should send their resumes to:

kofi2014fm@gmail.com

Closing Date: 20 May, 2015

{Institute of Chartered Accountants (Ghana),Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 Apr-2015};

The Institute of Chartered Accountants-Ghana is the professional accountancy body established by an Act of Parliament to regulate accountancy and audit practice in Ghana.

ICAG is a body corporate established by law, which among others, regulates the practice of Accountancy in the country, including certifying persons who can practise as auditors. It is committed to strengthening the accountancy profession, improving support for members and safeguarding public interest.

Job Summary

Due to the increase activities of ICAG, the secretariat requires an Assistant Manager. Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the position of Assistant Manager, Finance (AMF)

Responsibilities:

•   Review work and supervise work of Finance Office.
•   Ensure strict adherence to controls
•   Regularly interact with finance staff to resolve any outstanding issues.
•   Assist Director of Finance with his or her reports.
•   Offer leadership to finance staff by regularly interacting with them to resolve both financial and non-financial issues.
•   Attend Institutes programmes and meetings as appropriate
•   Any other duties assigned by Director of Finance or CEO.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   HND with a first degree an advantage
•   Good professional accountancy qualification e.g. CA or equivalent
•   Good working knowledge in ICT
•   A team player who can work with minimal supervision
•   Works well under pressure

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

All applications should be sent to the address below before 22nd April, 2015

The Chief Executive, The institute of Chattered Accountants Ghana,
P, O. Box 4268, Accra
Office Location: Okponglo, East Legon on Trinity Theological Seminary – IPS Road
Tel:   O543367011- 2,   O27 7801422-4

Email: recruit@icagh.com

Closing Date: 22 April, 2015