{Confidential,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,28 Feb-2015};

A burgeoning Ghanaian statutory organisation invites applications for the following vacancy:- Finance / Account Officer

Duties

•   Preparation of financial analysis on projects and investments
•   Preparation of financial records and statements
•   Assist the administrator to prepare and /or review budgets for projects/operations

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Degree in Finance from an accredited institution
•   Adequate knowledge of the Tourism and hospitality sector
•   2 years working experience in a related capacity
•   Good knowledge in computer applications and IT solutions

Remuneration is performance based and negotiable

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and suitably qualified persons should submit applications with envelopes marked: CAREER OPPORTUNITIES to the following address:-

The Administrator
c/o P.O.Box 3106
Accra

Closing Date: 30 January, 2015

{African University College of Communications (AUCC),Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,28 Feb-2015};

The African University College of Communications (AUCC) is seeking a Finance Officer to join our finance and accounting team.

Job Summary

The individual will be responsible for, but not limited to the following:

•   Managing all aspects of accounting and finance of the institution
•   Keeping strong financial processes and controls on all operations
•   Assisting in the preparation of financial plans, forecasts and budgets
•   Maintaining financial records in accordance with AUCC accounting policy
•   Leading and supervising activities of other accounting staff
•   Serve as a liaison to both internal and external Auditors

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Master’s degree in Finance or accounting from an accredited college or university
•   Minimum of five years of progressive financial management reporting experience
•   Professional qualification / certification in accounting (ICA, ACCA, CPA, CMA, etc)
•   Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, QuickBooks, Pastel and other data modeling tools
•   Tenacious with strong analytical, problem-solving skills
•   Proficiency in interpreting financial statements
•   Experience in a higher education setting with a multiple-campus environment
•   Ability to appropriately handle confidential corporate information

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants are requested submit an application letter, CV with names and addresses of two(2) referees and photocopies of educational certificates to:-

The Registrar
African University college of Communications (AUCC)
P.O.Box LG 510
Legon – Accra

or

info@aucc.edu.gh

Closing Date: 16 February, 2015

{Sochibga Medlab,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,28 Feb-2015};

A private medical laboratory located at Madina New Road, Accra, is currently looking for suitable candidates to fill the following vacancy: Finance and Administration Officer

Job Summary

•   Keeping financial and administrative records of the laboratory
•   Tracking petty cash, keeping appropriate records and maintaining reconciliations
•   Prepare and submit periodic financial reports to management
•   Manage all correspondence related to administration and finance
•   Control stock of general office supplies
•   Serves as the first port of call for clients
•   Respond to clients quires in person, via the phone or email
•   Perform general administrative duties as directed by management
•   Supervise other support staff

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Must possess HND Secretaryship and Management or HND Accountancy or BSc. Administration from a recognized institution
•   Must possess excellent organizational and administrative skills
•   Must possess excellent computer skills including WORD, Excel and PowerPoint
•   Knowledgeable of the internet, web-functionality and social media
•   Good written and verbal communication skills and ability to respond tactfully and appropriately to enquiries from clients

Location: Madina, Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates with the requisite qualification and experience should send a cover letter and a CV to:

sochibgamedlab@gmail.com

Closing Date: 06 February, 2015

{Union Savings and Loans Ltd,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,28 Jan-2015};

UNION Savings and Loans Ltd, one of the oldest savings and loans companies in Ghana and is positioning itself to be among the three (3) top savings and loans companies by 2015 and a dominant universal bank by 2017.

Our mission is to provide rapid and suitable deposit, transaction, and lending services to individuals and businesses through high quality and satisfied employees, and modern technology.

Job Summary

•   The Finance Manager is responsible for controlling, supervising and reporting Accounting Data for Internal and External use.
•   He/she is also responsible for preparing management accounts, as well as Assets and Liabilities analyses for ALCO decision making.
•   Responsibility for ALCO also requires everyday data analysis and early warning system for decision making.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   At least two years working experience in a similar position with strong track record.
•   Minimum first degree in Accounting. Professional qualification ACCA/ ICA/ CIMA with an added knowledge.
•   High analytical and financial interpretation skills
•   Willingness and ability to learn and develop innovative and creative reporting methods.
•   Highly motivated with a strong drive to succeed. Experience in use of Accounting Software will be an added knowledge.
•   Ability to set priorities, to plan, organize and control workflow
•   Excellent verbal & written communication skills

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Please submit a detailed CV together with names and contact details of at least two professional referees by Friday,  January 23rd  2015.

All applications should be sent to:-

jobs@unionbanking.com.gh

The “subject” to the mail MUST read “Finance Manager Job”

Closing Date: 23 January, 2015

{African Development Bank,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,28 Jan-2015};

The main objectives of the ClimDev-Africa Special Fund (CDSF) is to pool resources to contribute to sustainable development and, in particular poverty reduction by preparing and implementing climate-resilient development programs that mainstream climate change information at all levels in Africa and to strengthen the institutional capacities of natural and sub-regional bodies to formulate and implement effective climate-sensitive policies. CDSF forms one of the three elements of ClimDev-Africa Program, the others being African Climate Policy Center at UNECA, the Climate Change and Desertification Control Unit at the AUC. The AfDB manages the CDSF in close collaboration with the other pan-African institutions, the AUC and the UNECA. ClimDev-Africa Program Steering Committee (CDSC) provides the general policy direction and technical oversight over the CDSF.

Duties and responsibilities

Under the supervision of the CDSF Coordinator, the Senior Finance and Administration Officer will be responsible for (i) carrying over the financial monitoring of the CDSF: (ii) preparing the reporting documents required for the donors, ClimDev-Africa partners and the Bank; (iii) supporting the CDSF Operation Officers in dealing with project financial matters; and (iv) assisting the Coordinator in the administrative tasks linked to the management of the CDSF. The tasks include among others the following:

CDSF financial management:

Budgeting and budget management of CDSF by:

•   Designing financial monitoring tools;
•   Oversee CDSF financial expenditure in accordance with agreed budget work plan and in accordance with CDSF and Bank procedures
•   Liaising with the financial control department in preparing the CDSF financial statements;
•   Capturing the CDSF financial flows;
•   Analyzing the financial statements and accounts of the CDSF;
•   Liaising with the resource mobilization officer (ORRU) to get the donors’ disbursements to CDSF effective.

Project activities:

Support project portfolio implementation in close collaboration with ORPF by:

•   Designing projects financial monitoring tools in collaboration with the FMA;
•   Recruiting the project auditors;
•   Assessing the financial management of the projects through project supervision missions or supervision reports;
•   Supporting the CDSF Operation Officers in order to ensure the financial closure of the projects;
•   Helping the CDSF Operation Officers assess the overall financial performance of the project (ex-ante and ex-post analysis.

CDSF Administration

Support the Coordinator in the administrative management of the CDSF by:

•   Organizing the preparation of the various committees and Governing structures involved in the CDSF governance;
•   Managing the CDSF documents reporting process to the CDSF various Governing structures (AfDB Board of Directors, CDSF Steering Committee);
•   Preparing the internal requests (President, Vice-presidents, Directors);
•   Preparing the recruitment documents and follow-up the recruitment process;
•   Perform any other duties as may be requested by the CDSF Coordinator.

Qualification Required & Experience

Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

•   A minimum of Master’s degree or its equivalent in accounting, business, economics, finance;
•   At least five (5) years of professional working experience, of which at least 5 in a related field of work, preferably with expertise in fund management involving a portfolio of projects and range of Institutions (public sector, civil society and private sector institutions)
•   Working experience in accounting management systems and knowledge of SAP are essential;
•   Knowledge of development issues relating to rural development in Central Africa and forestry sector would be an advantage;
•   Demonstrated ability to take initiatives, to synthetize, to conceptualize complex issues and to write reporting documents;
•   Excellent written and verbal communications skills in English and/or French:
•   High degree of tact and sensitivity in dealing with internal and external clients and stakeholders at all levels:
•   Results-Oriented, team player, demonstrated ability to work in multicultural environment and to maintain effective working relations with people of different nationals and cultural backgrounds;
•   Computer literate and competence in the use of Bank standard software (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint).

Location: Ghana

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and qualified candidates should

Click Here To Apply Online

Closing Date: 25 January, 2015

Only applicants who fully meet the Bank’s requirements and are being considered for interview will be contacted. Applicants will only be considered if they submit an online application, and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). The African Development Bank is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply

{African Development Bank,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,28 Jan-2015};

Objectives

The main objectives of the ClimDev-Africa Special Fund (CDSF) is to pool resources to contribute to sustainable development and, in particular poverty reduction by preparing and implementing climate-resilient development programs that mainstream climate change information at all levels in Africa and to strengthen the institutional capacities of natural and sub-regional bodies to formulate and implement effective climate-sensitive policies. CDSF forms one of the three elements of ClimDev-Africa Program, the others being African Climate Policy Center at UNECA, the Climate Change and Desertification Control Unit at the AUC. The AfDB manages the CDSF in close collaboration with the other pan-African institutions, the AUC and the UNECA. ClimDev-Africa Program Steering Committee (CDSC) provides the general policy direction and technical oversight over the CDSF.

Duties and responsibilities

Under the general supervision of the CDSF Coordinator, the Team Assistant will play a supportive role in the coordination and delivery of the CBFF’s programme. He/She will lead on the establishment and maintenance of all information management systems and databases (e.g. SAP) to enable the effective result-based management of the CDSF.  He/She will generate information and reports to inform on the progress, achievements and outcomes of the CDSF funded projects and the CDSF as a whole. He/She will participate in the management the CDSF website and prepare communication materials for internal Bank and external audiences. These responsibilities will be undertaken within the context of the CDSF strategies and work plans, Operational Procedures and the Bank’s policies and procedures. Specific duties and responsibilities include:

Strategic Planning and Monitoring

•   Support the Coordinator and Coordination Unit staff in the preparation of planning and reporting documents, with particular emphasis on drawing on information maintained on databases.
•   Provide electronic information management services to the CDSF by ensuring that the SAP is established and maintained to enable timely and accurate reporting on CDSF progress, outcomes and impact against its targets and indicators.
•   Assist in preparing Missions by Coordination Unit / or consultants, participate in missions, where appropriate, and provide logistical support for the program of conferences and workshops held within or outside Bank headquarters;
•   Write notes, summaries and / or briefing notes on CDSF experiences, progress and lessons learned drawing from project reports, workshops and information contained in the CDSF database.
•   Consolidate, categorize and store information and reference files on relevant issues to assess CDSF outcomes and impact (i.e. M&E system), develop databases and information systems and update them;

Grant Management & Administration

•   Coordinate the maintenance of information management systems to enable effective management of all stages of Call for Proposals (concept notes, project proposals, reviews, correspondence) and CDSF initiated projects.
•   Update information management systems (e.g. SAP) for individual CDSF funded projects and the CDSF as a whole, in collaboration with CDSF Coordination Unit in Abidjan.
•   Liaise with the Fund Operations Officers and Task Managers, to ensure that information on CDSF funded projects are regularly updated on the SAP.

Communication and Networking

•   Prepare regular updates on CDSF for use in Bank internal and external communication forums.
•   Participate in the management, the regular updating of the CDSF website in close liaison with the Fund’s Operations Officers and the Bank’s webmaster and drawing on from contributions by the ClimDev-Africa partners.
•   Any other duties relevant to the successful functioning of the CDSF as may be required.

Qualification Required & Experience

Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

•   Education: A Bachelor degree /Maîtrise or equivalent diploma, higher education in business administration, economics and / or statistics would be an asset;
•   Experience: At least 5 years professional work experience in project management, work programme and budget preparation, and information management.
•   Computer skills: Good knowledge of software such as Word, Excel and Power Point, databases and information management systems, and a publishing software. Knowledge of the Bank’s SAP would be an added advantage.
•   Communication: Strong communication skills in English or French with a working knowledge of another language;
•   Professionalism: Good understanding of the functions, organization and procedures of the Bank; leadership; strong research capabilities and problem solving;
•   Planning and Organizing: Excellent organizational skills, ability to prioritization in its own program of work, ability to perform the tasks in a timely and effective manner;
•   Teamwork: Good interpersonal skills, ability to establish and maintain effective working relations in a multicultural environment;
•   Learning: Commitment to continuing education, and proactive and responsible attitude vis-à-vis the self-development.

Location: Ghana

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and qualified candidates should

Click Here To Apply Online

Closing Date: 25 January, 2015

Only applicants who fully meet the Bank’s requirements and are being considered for interview will be contacted. Applicants will only be considered if they submit an online application, and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). The African Development Bank is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply

{Joblynx Ghana Limited,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,28 Jan-2015};

Job Summary

•   Credit officers/ analyst should be able to examine the financial statement and other credit related information.
•   Should also be able to determine the credit worthiness of individuals and all types of organizations’ for purposes of arranging for a loan.
•   Should also be able to obtain personal and financial information, describing the types and terms of loans to applicants; verify applicants credit scores and income, evaluating applicants’ financial circumstances to determine applicant qualification.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   The skills are they should be detail oriented that can spot any missing or incorrect information on credit reports and financial statement.
•   Must be thorough and well organized to ensure that all necessary data and documents are accounted for.
•   Should also have some experience in using financial software product to create statistical exhibits and build computer models to project financial results.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applicants should send their CVs and cover letter through:-

joblynx2014@outlook.com

Closing Date: 09 February, 2015

{Confidential,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,28 Jan-2015};

An investment banking firm based in Accra has the following vacancy:- Finance Manager

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Must hold a degree in Accounting with professional qualification with years of experience to head the Finance Unit.
•   Experience in preparing financial statements, statutory reports (Pension, WHT etc), and Payroll.
•   Ability to meet deadlines is essential

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Send an application letter and CV by:-

eddyasiedu5@gmail.com

Closing Date: 10 January, 2015

{Creative Associates International ,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,28 Jan-2015};

Creative Associates International (Creative) si an International development firm that specializes in international development in the areas of education, demonstratic transitions and stabilization in post-conflict environments

Creative is currently recruiting for the anticipated USAID Partnership for Education: Funding project which will undertake capacity and financial risk assessments, tracking, validation and audits on the disbursement of funds to government institutions in the education sector:- Finance Director

Job Summary

•   Finance Director, who will manage contractual and financial systems for the project, ensuring that project meets all USAID contractual requirements and ensure compliance with USAID policies and regulations.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Demonstrated expertise and experience with USAID contracts and procurement regulations
•   Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration or equivalent
•   Advanced degree and CPA preferred
•   Minimum 10 years of relevant work experience

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

To apply, please email your CV to:-

RMS@creativedc.com

and list “Ghana” and the appropriate title in the subject line

Closing Date: 14 January, 2015

{Institute of Chartered Accountants (Ghana),Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,28 Jan-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

This role is part of the senior management team. The successful candidate will manage finance team and the Central Support teams. The institute is implementing its 2015 -2020 strategy for growth, quality of service, improvement in relevance in the Ghana economy and the sub Saharan Africa. The role is a strategic senior post to support the Chief Executive Officer.

Roles and Responsibilities:

•   Manage the smooth running of the finance functions
•   Ensure effective financial planning and Reporting
•   Manage the Central Support teams
•   Support the directors with the relevant KPI’s to aid key business decision making lead on  the  budgeting,  forecasting and  financial strategy
•   Ensure compliance with statutory obligation
•   Liaise with Internal and External parties
•   Develop and maintain good practice  systems and controls

Remuneration: Very competitive and commensurate with demands of the position

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Qualified Accountant with minimum of  5 years post qualification experience
•   A member of the Institute in good standing is an advantage
•   Experience at a senior management level,  with a minimum of two (2) years as director or equivalent.
•   A post graduate qualification an advantage
•   Attention to detail with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
•   Good ICT Skills

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

All applications should be sent to the address below before 19th December, 2014

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:   O543-367011- 2,   O27 7-801422-4

Email: icaghana@gmail.com / info@icaghana.com, Website: www.icagh.com

Closing Date: 19 December, 2014