Posts Tagged ‘Finance Jobs in Ghana’

Job Vacancy For Specialist Trainer – Systesm & Finance At Perseus Mining Ghana Ltd (Western Region)

Posted on: July 15th, 2014 by Ghana Jobs

{Perseus Mining Ghana Ltd,Western Region,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,29 Aug-2014};

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 8Mtpa in the future. The plant is capable of producing at a rate of 220-270,000oz gold per annum.

Job Summary

The successful applicant will report to the Financial Controller and will have the following responsibilities:

•   Manage the PMQL site pronto upgrade to Version 710Xi including documentation and training
•   Pronto documentation and training to aid in the development of staff
•   Management of accounts payable and treasury functions
•   Collaborates with senior management to identify and analyse business requirements and the implications for the team; identifies gaps and implements agreed upon solutions;
•   Reviews best practices and the competitive landscape and recommends continuous improvement efforts in finance;
•   Ensure a system of controls that requires all expenses and payments to be supported by Purchase orders or Service Orders, approved by authorized personnel within their budget approval/commitment level limits;
•   Ensure alignment between finance and all other functions, including the Projects group;
•   Ensure continued growth of the finance function, to maximise operational efficiencies and profitability and to cultivate exceptional stakeholder and employee satisfaction;
•   Recommend changes to enable efficient and effective business management systems;
•   Internal controls over accounting reporting and cost controls:(i.e. approved payments system to ensure the safeguarding of assets of the company and the payments are appropriately authorized and approved)
•   Provide support as required for ad-hoc or irregular reporting to meet executive management requirements;
•   Ensure the development and the supervision of the national personnel is a high priority

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Pronto Skills essential – including working knowledge and experience in upgrading Pronto. Must be able to demonstrate the working knowledge and experience in General Ledger, Payables, Receivables, Fixed Assets, Plant Maintenance, Supply Chain & COGNOS.
•   Tertiary qualification in Finance,
•   Finance Skills – CIMA, ACA, CPA desirable not essential
•   Proven experience in managing multi-faceted finance teams in a challenging environment
•   Ability to mentor and train staff to a world class standard

Location: Western Region

How To Apply For The Job

Applications will only be received by email to:

hr.pmgl@perseusmining.com.gh with Mining Engineer in the subject line of the email.

Closing Date: 22 July, 2014

Perseus Mining (Ghana) Limited is an equal opportunity employer

Job Vacancy For Regional Finance and Administrative Manager At SPRING Ghana (Tamale)

Posted on: July 8th, 2014 by Ghana Jobs

{SPRING Ghana ,Tamale,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Jul-2014};

JSI Research and Training Institute, Inc. is a leader in improving the health of individuals and communities by providing high-quality technical and managerial assistance to public health programs worldwide. JSI has implemented projects in 104 countries, and currently operates from eight U.S. and 81 international offices for the past 30 years.

Job Title: Regional Finance and Administrative Manager (FAM) (Job: GH-4414X)

JSI has received funding from the United States Agency for International Development to implement the Strengthening Partnerships, Results, and Innovations in Nutrition Globally (SPRING) Project to work in northern Ghana with a focus on strengthening the treatment and preventive nutrition services in health facilities, and overseeing the implementation of specific tasks that strengthen community based nutrition improvements.

Job Summary:

The Regional Finance and Administrative Manager will have responsibility for all aspects of finance and administration of SPRING/Ghana’s Northern Region Office.  This includes developing and/or maintaining Regional office Financial systems (Standard Accounting Practices); ensuring compliance to USAID rules and regulations, as well as JSI policies; financial reporting; developing and/or maintaining financial operating policies and finance manuals; maintaining all relevant ledgers; preparing staff payroll and submitting all tax, social security and pension payment; managing bank accounts; preparing for audits; and assisting and monitoring budget development procedures.  The Regional Finance and Administrative Manager is responsible for ensuring the efficient operations of the Tamale office, including procurement, office management, grants, personnel, and travel.

•   Job Location:    Tamale, Ghana.
•   Reporting  Relationship: The Regional Finance and Administration Manager reports to the Finance and Administration Director based in Accra, Ghana.
•   Day-to-day supervision and approvals of financial transactions will be completed by the Deputy Country Manager based in Tamale, Ghana.

Major Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

•   Coordinate the Tamale Office setup.
•   Ensure coordination with the Finance and Administration Director, including reporting of Tamale finance and administration activities, as well as participation in budget planning and tracking.
•   Supervise the Finance and Administration Officer, Finance and Administration Assistant and Partner and Grants Manager.
•   Manage regional financial transactions including payment to vendors, travel reimbursement for office staff, grant payments, preparation of monthly salary disbursement, request for funds transfer from the Accra Office, preparation of bank reconciliation reports, and monitor the petty cash reimbursement system.
•   Maintain all necessary accounting records (e.g. general ledger, balance sheet, trial balance, fixed assets and depreciation, etc.) as appropriate and ensure they are acceptable for annual audits.  Specifically, post all transactions to expense report prepare pre import function for the monthly report, post all transactions from payment vouchers to statement of account, and prepare monthly bank/advance reconciliation.
•   Oversee all forms for withholding tax, deductions from invoice payment, CD/VAT/NHIL vouchers from vendors, submitted reports by Finance and Administration Officer, and manage exemption certificate.
•   Ensure all HR issues are raised to the Deputy Country Director and the HR & Admin Manager, when necessary.
•   Establish, in coordination with the Accra Office, a filing system for all project documents, including finance, procurement, HR, grants, and technical.
•   Ensure proper procurement procedures are followed and contract with vendors to provide services, such as food service, logistics for workshops and training in the region.
•   Visit facilities to collect reports, event tracking forms, etc.
•   Any other duties as may be assigned by the Deputy Country Manager, Finance and Administration Director, and Field Coordinator.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A university degree in Business Studies (Finance or Accounting option) or Professional Qualifications such as ACCA, CPA, etc.
•   At least 7 years of experience in financial management and USAID-funded projects.
•   Ability to work independently with minimum supervision in a multi-cultural environment.
•   Excellent written and verbal communication, analytical, decision making, problem solving and administrative skills.
•   Ability to juggle multiple assignments, meet deadlines, work flexibly in a dynamic, fast paced environment, and maintain sense of perspective.
•   Successful experience in similar jobs.
•   Required computer skills included MS Office (minimum Word and Excel), computerized accounting system (Quick Books) and internet.
•   Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
•   It requires a highly motivated individual with a strong customer service orientation and a demonstrated commitment to JSI’s organizational values and financial regulations.

Location: Tamale

How To Apply For The Job

JSI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individual are welcome to apply. Please send your cover letter and CV to:-

jobs@spring-nutrition.org

Closing Date: 18 July, 2014

•   Please write the title of the job you are applying to in the subject line.
•   JSI will only contact short-listed applicants.
•   Please no phone calls. Deadline for submission is July 18, 2014.

Job Vacancy For Programme Management & Finance Officer At DFID Ghana

Posted on: July 4th, 2014 by Ghana Jobs

{DFID Ghana,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Jul-2014};

DFID Ghana is seeking to recruit a Programme Management & Finance Officer. He or she will play a key role in effectively managing DFID-funded Programmes and support all aspects of the team’s delivery of its programme, including financial analysis and scrutiny, ensuring value for money in all operations. The purpose of the post is to provide administrative support to enable the programme team deliver development results in Ghana while meeting the highest standards in compliance with DFID corporate policy and procedures. The successful candidate will assist in the management of a portfolio of development projects, which will largely involve, but is not limited to, project cycle management, including financial management and reporting.

Core Competences

Leading and Communicating

•   Provide updates on the latest position of programmes, any issues arising, and lessons that can be learned in other programmes.
•   Produce communications material such as case studies that demonstrate DFID’s work
•   Ensure effective sharing of information within the team, including identifying ways of improving internal communications.
•   Ensure effective coordination of the HDSP teams input into corporate returns in a timely manner.
•   Manage HDSP programme related public enquiries, Parliamentary Questions, policy briefs in timely manner.

Managing a Quality Service

•   Proficiency in using ARIES, QUEST and Insight by ensuring key programme information is accurate.
•   Processing of payments within stipulated payment deadlines and ensuring forecast targets remain within a monthly variance target of 10%.
•   Proficiency in Financial Management and adherence to Blue book (Smart Rules) and other laid down procedures
•   Work well as part of a hard-working team, covering for others and carrying out a range of different tasks that might be required to get the job done.

Seeing the Big Picture .

•   Thinking ahead and planning processes effectively to meet deadlines and produce high quality work, e.g. annual reviews
•   Implement effective programme management, from initial design through to implementation, review, completion and evaluation, in liaison with DFID advisers and external partners.
•   Analysis of programme financial reports, progress reports and budgets, identifying issues and ensuring that they are dealt with promptly.
•   Effectively use standard computer software, including Word, Excel and Outlook, and develop competence in using DFID’s corporate IT systems to carry out Programme management tasks.
•   Ensure that Programme documentation, including from external partners, is complete, recorded and stored.

Delivering Value for Money.

•   Closely monitor and manage programme budgets, expenditure and forecasts, remaining continually up-to-date on programmes’ spending profile and expected future spend..
•   Work closely with the Departmental Finance Officer to ensure high quality financial management within the DFID Ghana office.
•   Represent the Team at Departmental Finance and Programme Group meetings to review and explain programme spend-to-date and justify future forecast spend..
•   Manage the contracting of experts to conduct financial audits of programmes, scrutinizing the results of audits, and reporting on these results to senior management.

Qualification Required & Experience

Pre-requisites

•   A good first degree and at least two years’ relevant work experience.
•   Strong numerical skills with ability to create and analyse financial reports.
•   Excellent written English language, able to draft documentation to a high standard.
•   Excellent spoken English, able to communicate clearly and to present ideas convincingly to different audiences.
•   Proficiency in the use of essential computer software, particularly Excel and Word.
•   An understanding of programme management.
•   Some knowledge of the development context in Ghana and an enthusiasm to contribute to Ghana’s development..

Salary Range: GH¢ 2,510 – GH¢ 4,042

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should email a two pages CV and a one page cover letter to

dfidghana-recruitment@dfid.gov.uk

Closing Date: 18 July, 2014

Job Vacancy For Finance Assistant At University Research Co. LLC (URC)

Posted on: July 4th, 2014 by Ghana Jobs

{University Research Co. LLC (URC),Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Jul-2014};

URC is recruiting for the following staff for the Finance and Administration team of the USAID-funded Ghana Systems for Health Project.

Job Title: Finance Assistant

Job Summary: The Finance Assistant will support the development of timely financial reports, ensure compliance with USAID and URC requirements and verify expenditure vouchers and receipts. Key responsibilities include:

•   Support the development of financial reports, including:
1) Field financial reports, including copies of all bank statements, bank reconciliations, cash journals, transfer sheets, personal advance balance reports, grand summary sheets, supporting payment vouchers, petty cash journal and summarized expenditure reports
2) Expenditure reports
3) Travel expense statements for staff and consultants
•   Verify original vouchers and receipts and obtain the appropriate certifications
•   Manage petty cash accounts, including ensuring the maintenance of an appropriate level of petty cash in safe deposit
•   Prepare per diems and other travel advances for project staff
•   Together with the finance team, ensure that all costs in the project adhere to USAID/URC regulations and are allowable, reasonable and allocable

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Degree in accounting or comparable certifications/qualifications
•   Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills
•   Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Preferred qualifications

•   At least 3 years’ experience in accounting and general financial management of USAID programs preferred
•   At least two years experience with QuickBooks preferred

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Please email your Cover Letter and CV  to:-

s4hrecruitment-finance@urc-chs.com indicating in the subject line the position to which you are applying.

Closing Date: 25 July, 2014

Please limit electronic submissions to 3 MB. NB: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.

URC is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We value and seek diversity in our workforce.

Job Vacancy For Grants Officer At University Research Co. LLC (URC)

Posted on: July 4th, 2014 by Ghana Jobs

{University Research Co. LLC (URC),Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Jul-2014};

URC is recruiting for the following staff for the Finance and Administration team of the USAID-funded Ghana Systems for Health Project.

Job Title: GRANTS OFFICER

Job Summary: The Grants Officer will work with the grants team in managing grants supported by Ghana Systems for Health. Key responsibilities include:

•   Conduct financial reviews and project audits of sub-grantees to ensure compliance
•   Lead the Finance team in developing plans/budgets for the financial needs of sub-grantees
•   Work with other S4H staff in developing and implementing annual work plans
•   Establish policies and procedures, designed to comply with donor requirements, to ensure correct administration and monitoring of grants
•   Prepare sub-grantee reports to be submitted to Supervisor, S4H Finance and Admin Director and URC headquarters

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance, Business Administration or related field
•   Minimum of 2 years of combined experience in grants management, accounting and financial management, preferably with USAID-funded programs
•   Ability to train/mentor sub-grantees
•   Ability to respond effectively to complex inquiries from grantor and regulatory agencies
•   Ability to present information effectively to top management, public groups and project managers
•   Ability to understand, analyze and interpret grantor guidelines, financial reports and legal and contractual documents
•   Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw conclusions
•   Ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines
•   Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
•   Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks
•   Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills
•   Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Please email your Cover Letter and CV  to:-

s4hrecruitment-finance@urc-chs.com indicating in the subject line the position to which you are applying.

Closing Date: 25 July, 2014

Please limit electronic submissions to 3 MB. NB: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.

URC is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We value and seek diversity in our workforce.

Job Vacancy For Senior Trade Finance Officers At African Development Bank

Posted on: July 3rd, 2014 by Ghana Jobs

{African Development Bank,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Jul-2014};

Objectives

The African Development Bank’s mission is to contribute to Africa’s transformation through inclusive and ‘green’ growth that is environmentally sustainable and economically empowering.  One of the core operational priorities of the Bank is private sector development. Within the Private Sector Operations Department’s OPSM, the Financial Institution Division (OPSM4) is in charge of the identification, preparation and appraisal of projects in financial sector.  More specifically, the Trade Finance Team in OPSM4 is in charge of implementing the Bank’s Trade Finance Program which entails the design and deployment of an enhanced set of financial products and preparing projects and transactions that enable the Bank play a meaningful role in the trade finance market in Africa.  The Trade Finance Team therefore comprises both the origination team and the middle/back office that is responsible for monitoring and managing the portfolio of trade finance transactions with partner financial institutions, mainly in the area of guarantees.

Duties and responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Division Manager and with guidance from the Lead Trade Finance Officer, the Senior Trade Finance Officer will:

•   Monitor the utilisation of various trade finance limits, all revenue due to the Bank and compliance to the conditions and covenants of the signed Trade Finance Program (TFP) agreements.
•   Monitor the performance of the trade finance portfolio – analyse, develop and implement changes to ensure the products remain relevant to the needs of clients.
•   Participate in the administration of assigned risk sharing arrangements with partner international banks and multilateral and bilateral organisations involved in the TFP.
•   Prepare regular reports on the progress of the TFP to senior management, conduct product competitor analysis and keep abreast of innovations in trade finance, monitor developments in the sector and assess their impact on the Bank’s Trade Finance Program.
•   Plan and execute portfolio supervision missions to partner confirming banks and issuing banks. This includes developing terms of reference for the mission and undertaking background review of the relevant portfolio or transactions that will be the subject of the supervision mission. The work also includes assessing the risks of projects and advising senior management on appropriate mitigating measures; structuring/restructuring of projects to minimize financial risks; participating in negotiations on review of the financing terms and legal conditions of portfolio projects.
•   Undertake research relevant to projects in the portfolio to improve the Trade Finance Team’s understanding of project opportunities and risks. Such research may cover general trade finance sector trends, the evolution of pricing and commissions in the trade finance market etc.
•   Participate in project identification missions and the preliminary evaluation of project proposals to assess their feasibility for financial assistance and/or technical support by the Bank. This involves the initial screening of project applications, carrying out of desk reviews, preparing preliminary evaluation notes for presentation to the Department Management Team to determine a project’s suitability for inclusion in the pipeline; and the preparation of project appraisal reports for presentation to the Department, the various review committees and finally to the Board of Directors.
•   Develop relationships within the Bank and with other institutions involved in the promotion of trade
•   Participate in developing and promoting new trade finance products
•   Perform any other duties as may be required.

Qualification Required & Experience

Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

•   At least a Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Accounting and Banking and preferably a professional qualification in one of the aforementioned fields.  Certification in Trade Finance and other banking specialisations requiring experience in operations and reconciliation of accounts would be an advantage.
•   A minimum of five (5) years of relevant professional experience with good market knowledge – particularly in relation to DFI trade finance products, African trade finance market and financial analysis of financial institutions.
•   Experience in project portfolio management and trade finance back office operations in financial institutions is desirable.
•   Knowledge of correspondent banking relationship management.
•   Good understanding of trade finance issues affecting African FIs, exporters and importers and policy issues associated with trade facilitation and regional integration.
•   Strong customer focus, ability to interface effectively with clients and business contacts at a senior level.
•   Ability to build partnerships and deliver results that meet the needs and long-term interest of clients within and outside the institution;
•   Integrity and ability to work in team;
•   Good listener with demonstrated ability to present and win support for ideas as well as make effective and timely decisions;
•   The successful candidate should be methodical, analytical and someone who pays attention to detail.
•   Ability to work independently and be creative and innovative;
•   Competence in the use of Bank standard software (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint) and preferably including SAP and OCS.
•   Proficiency in English and/or French, with a working knowledge of the other language.

Location: Ghana

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and qualified candidates should

Click Here To Apply Online

Closing Date: 11 July, 2014

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

Job Vacancy For Deputy Director-General, Finance At Securities & Exchange Commission

Posted on: July 3rd, 2014 by Ghana Jobs

{Securities & Exchange Commission,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Jul-2014};

The successful applicant will be one of the two Deputy Director-General’s of the Commission and shall be responsible for the general administration of the Finance & Capital, Broker-Dealers & Advisers, Issuers and Funds Management Departments of the Commission.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

•   Assist the Director-General in the day to day administration of the Commission,
•   Supervise the activities of the following departments of the Commission, Finance & Capital, Broker-Dealers & Advisers, Issuers and Funds Management,
•   Deputise for the Director-General and the other Deputy Director-General in their absence, and
•   Perform any other duties that may be assigned.

Qualification Required & Experience

The applicant should have the following qualifications:

•   BSc. Administration (Accounting) or equivalent qualification plus a professional qualification in accounting, such as CA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualification with a minimum of twelve (12) years post qualification experience, five (5) years of which should be at senior management level; Postgraduate qualification in a relevant field;
•   Knowledge and experience in securities market operation are desirable; and
•   Must possess strong administrative, leadership and managerial skills.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Qualified applicants should forward their application together with detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of relevant certificates, including contact telephone numbers and e-mail addresses, names and addresses of two referees to:

The Head
Human Resource and Administration
Securities and Exchange Commission
30, 3rd Circular Road, Cantonments
P. O. Box CT 6181, Cantonments, Accra

Email: info@sec.gov.gh

Closing Date: 17 July, 2014

Job Vacancy For Risk Officer

Posted on: July 3rd, 2014 by Ghana Jobs

{Confidential,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Jul-2014};

Job Purpose
To assist in the identification, monitoring, management and mitigation of all risks.

Key Responsibilities

•   On a continuous basis, identify, document, assess and profile all risks associated with the organization’s current and planned activities.
•   Assist in the assessment of credit risk exposures and recommend appropriate practices, processes and governance.
•   Evaluate and make recommendations on the adequacy of MIS and standards of identifying, monitoring, measuring and controlling risks.
•   Assist in the development of risk mitigation strategies for the organization’s critical risks and for monitoring of the risks.
•   Monitor the risk landscape developments and recommend appropriate risk management strategies for the same.
•   To liaise with legal, insurance etc. service providers in handling all credit related legal matters, security documentation and agreements, and safe custody of all security documentation.
•   Prepare regular reports for review by management on the organization’s risk exposure, compliance with risk parameters established by regulation or bank policy and the adequacy of risk monitoring, testing and governance.
•   Assist in the induction and periodic training on risk matters to new and serving staff

Qualification Required & Experience

Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications and Experience required for this Role

•   Bachelor’s degree  from a reputable university or college;
•   Undergraduate degree preferably in Business;
•   Possession of a diploma in banking will be an added advantage; and
•   At least three years working experience in a similar position

Competencies required for this Role

•   Ability to interpret documents and understand credit and lending administration procedures;
•   Ability to consolidate and prepare credit and risk reports
•   Strong analytical skills, keen on details and report writing skills;
•   A team player, honest and person of high integrity;
•   Sound understanding of ERM principles and philosophy;
•   An appreciation of risks involved and their mitigations
•   Ability to work with all levels of management and across business units and departments;
•   Knowledge in general bank operations, policies and procedures and general workings of a micro-finance core banking system.
•   Result oriented.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should apply by e-mailing their CVs and other career details to:

newjobs39@yahoo.co.uk

Closing Date: 03 August, 2014

Job Vacancy For Finance Manager

Posted on: June 30th, 2014 by Ghana Jobs

{Confidential,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Jul-2014};

A reputable Micro-finance company is seeking for suitably qualified and experienced individuals who are focused, results-oriented and team driven to fill 4 distinct position as follow:- Finance Manager

Job Description

•   Handles income Tax Accounts, and submit PAYE and SSNIT Returns
•   Prepares special financial reports by collecting, analyzing and summarizing account information and trends
•   Complies with state and local financial legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements and advising management on needed actions
•   Prepare annual corporate budget and maintain data and systems for budget tracking and reporting throughout the calendar year.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Degree / ACCA Part III or CA Part III. Knowledge of accounting software will be an added advantage
•   3 to 5 years working experience

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Please send your CV and a letter of application stating the position you are applying for to:-

metmicrogh@yahoo.com

or

Advertiser
P.O.Box CT 6104
Cantonments, Accra

Closing Date: 16 July, 2014

Job Vacancy For Financial Planning Analyst At Tigo

Posted on: June 27th, 2014 by Ghana Jobs

{Tigo,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Jul-2014};

JOB PURPOSE

Support the Head of Business Decision Support in planning, analysis, and review of financial data. The Analyst is responsible for managing spend and driving the investment and strategic plan process. This role will focus on opportunities to optimize current processes to improve the speed and accuracy of reporting while also delivering data driven analyses to yield actionable recommendations for business scenarios to senior management. The Analyst also has responsibility of analyzing the standard costs of the Millicom products and providing standard analysis reports as well as ad hoc analysis

THE WAY WE WORK

You are open-minded, proactive, result-oriented, and passionate and the way you work energizes others. You are committed to the timely delivery of a job well done. You behave with integrity, professionalism and transparency.
Key Responsibilities

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

•   Develop and deliver high quality and complete target, forecasts and latest forecasts linked to the overall global and strategic plan
•   Accountability for departmental budgets
•   Influence decision-making for HOD’s and actively contributes to operational objectives
•   Provides management with accurate, relevant business analysis to support monthly operational reviews and ad-hoc requests on P&L performance, standard costs and BU performance
•   Contribute to the strategic planning and budgeting process; develop and execute planning templates, review plans, provide analysis, prepare presentations for senior management, gain alignment from key stakeholders, identify key initiatives and implement key performance indicators to track progress
•   Monitor global Investment process; manage CAPEX prioritization, coordinate reviews, prepare presentations for senior management, track progress, facilitate execution of key CAR requests and perform post-implementation reviews
•   Create tools, processes, reports and metrics to accurately forecast business results and proactively manage performance to meet financial objectives
•   Design and maintain early warning systems for financial tracking, ensuring accurate advance warning for all financial results – and eliminate financial surprises
•   Constantly strive to identify and implement value improvement strategies
•   Identify, raise and resolve key business/financial issues. Support timely, fact based decision making within the company and the business unit
•   Carry out ad hoc analysis or projects as appropriate

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Bachelors degree in Business, Finance or Accounting, with preference to MBA/MSc in Finance
•   Professional qualification (CPA, CFA, ACCA, CIMA)
•   English
••   Minimum 6 years of financial analysis, reporting, budgeting, planning and/or accounting experience

COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

•   Ability to communicate efficiently across all levels
•   Broad knowledge of accounting principles and very good understanding of financial concepts
•   Ability to work in a complex, environment dealing with continuous change & occasionally conflicting priorities
•   Excellent business & finance acumen, attention to details, strong analytical skills, presentation and communication skills required
•   Independent thinkers and capacity to maintain focus & composure
•   Familiarity with General Ledger and reporting packages or ability to learn quickly
•   Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and qualified candidates should

Click Here To Apply Online

Or email us on:

tigo@tigo.com.gh

Closing Date: 12 July, 2014

When you join Tigo, you join a team where your skills, ideas and technical know-how can do more than contribute to the bottom-line. You’ll be exposed to enormous experience, great network and a workforce full of talents with youthful exuberance.

At Tigo we are all salesmen and we are responsible for our own development. We consider each vacancy as a development opportunity for Tigo Employees and we develop both the business and people together.