{University for Development Studies,Tamale,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Jul-2013};

Qualification Required & Experience

The candidate must:

•   Be a member of a recognized major professional body; and in addition, Either
•   Has served in a University as a Deputy Finance Officer for a minimum of five (5) years, Or
•   Must have a minimum of ten (10) years relevant post-qualification experience in a practicing firm, industry, commerce or public service
•   Three External Assessors are required

Location: Tamale

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants may download Application Form 1B from the University’s website: www.uds.edu.gh or contact the Office of the Registrar on: +233-3720-93697.

Completed Application Forms, together with detailed resume, photocopies of relevant certificates and names of three referees who are familiar with applicants’ academic and administrative competence, should reach:

The Registrar
University for Development Studies
P. O. Box TL 1350
Tamale

Closing Date: 15 July, 2013

{Confidential,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,28 Jun-2013};

This is an exciting and varied role for an experienced finance professional to join the senior management team and take responsibility for financial matters for a leading real estate development and management company focused on the Ghanaian residential market.

This is a typical Finance Manager role in a medium sized business and your duties will include:

•   Responsibility for the day-to-day financial management of the company
•   Report to the Director of the company responsible for Financial controls
•   Report, monitor and evaluate the business KPIs each week
•   Reconcile the bank accounts weekly and produce casl flows for the business and report on variances to budget each week.
•   Work closely with the Sales Department to ensure timely collection of cash from debtors
•   Control trade creditors and liaise with key sub-contractors and suppliers
•   Negotiate and liaise with bank and other service providers
•   Process the payroll each month
•   Prepare timely and accurate monthly management and financial accounts to include detailed analysis of sales, variable costs, overheads and work in progress
•   Monitor and review costs and profitability for individual construction projects
•   Produce Bugets and Cash Flow forecasts
•   Support the formulation of strategic and business plans
•   Liaise with the Ghana Revenue Authority and ensure compliance on all VAT, Tax, SSNIT, Import/Export financial matters
•   Liaise with the external auditors to facilitate the annual audit and file all statutory returns
•   Maintain and develop robust financial controls and processes within the business
•   A range of ad hoc projects as required
•   Oversee HR matters to ensure legal and procedural compliance
•   Oversee IT matters and be the focal point for staff, manage back up and security, office maintenance contracts etc.

Qualification Required & Experience

Requirement

The ideal candidate will be a graduate with a formal accountancy qualification from a recoginised accountancy body with a minimum of 5 years post qualification experience in a similar all round financial management position within a medium/large sized business

The successful candidate will have:-

•   Demonstrate business knowledge and commercial experience ideally with a project/construction cost background but not essential
•   A structured and methodical approach to tasks and the ability to identify risks and recommend actions to mitigate these.
•   A proven track record of building and developing effective working relationships both in and outside the business
•   Personable, enthusiastic, professional and able to work unsupervised
•   High attention to detail and quality, first right time approach
•   A rolled up sleeves approach to work excellent time management, organisational and project planning skills
•   Strong IT skills – Excel, Office and Accounting software
•   Good communication skills
•   International work experience is a plus

Location:  Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Qualified candidates are requested to send their applications with supporting resume including telephone numbers and email addresses to the address below.

Your application documents should include a MOTIVATION LETTER clearly indicating why you are particularly suitable for this position.

Please send your application to:-

jdsantosrealty@hotmail.com

Closing Date: 30 June, 2013

{Futures Group,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,28 Jun-2013};

About Futures Group

Futures Group develops and delivers innovative, locally relevant, evidence-based solutions to empower people to improve their health and well-being. We assist governmental and nongovernmental agencies, foundations, and the private sector to design, implement, and evaluate programmes in reproductive health, population and family planning, maternal and child health, HIV and AIDS, infectious diseases, and gender and youth.

Position Summary

We are looking for outstanding and experienced candidates to work on an upcoming programme which looks to address the major issues facing adolescent reproductive health, with a specific regional focus on the Brong Ahafo area, Ghana.

Candidates will demonstrate the following:

•   Experience with DFID or other major donor (USAID, World Bank etc). (Essential)
•   Strong experience working on Adolescent Reproductive Health in Ghana (Essential)
•   Advanced Degree (Relevant discipline preferred).
•   Experience working in the Brong Ahafo region. (Desirable)

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Seven years’ experience in accounting, auditing or financial management.

Location: Brong Ahafo

How To Apply For The Job

To apply, email your updated CV to:-

oliver.bowler@grminternational.com

stating “Finance and Contracts Manager – Ghana” in the subject line.

Closing Date: 17 June, 2013

Kindly visit the http://www.futuresgroup.com for more details.

The following short-term expert roles are also available:

•   Adolescent and Reproductive Health (ARH) Services
•   Promotion and Provision of Family Planning Services
•   School Education of ARH
•   ARH Population issues
•   ARH Behaviour Change Communication
•   ARH Advocacy
•   ARH Clinical Training
•   ARH Data analysis, evidence and M&E

{Australian Agency For international Development (AusAID) ,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,28 Jun-2013};

The Australian Government, through AusAID, is committed to broadening and deepening its engagement with African countries and institutions. The Australia Africa Partnerships Facility (AAPF) is one of the mechanisms used to achieve the second objective of Australia’s strategic approach to aid to Africa 2011-2015, which is ‘to help build the human resources capacity of African countries, particularly in areas and ways where Australia has recognised strengths and expertise’. The goal of the AAPF is to develop partnerships between Australia and African countries that contribute to achieving African countries’ development priorities.

The AAPF is managed on behalf of the Australian Agency for International Development (AusAID) by Cardno Emerging Markets (Australia) Pty Ltd (Cardno).  The AAPF’s head office is in Pretoria, South Africa.

Key Responsibilities

The AAPF is now seeking highly qualified and motivated candidates to be part of the Africa Program Support Group (APSG) – Panel of Experts for the short term technical position: Financial Management Specialists

The APSG Panel of Experts is a panel of pre-qualified individual consultants that Cardno can engage quickly to meet the needs of AusAID’s program in Africa.  The APSG Panel of Experts will be used for a number of tasks within their technical area, including provision of advice, project/ activity design, scoping missions, project review and monitoring, representation on AusAID’s behalf at conferences etc., and report writing.

Other Requirements

The full Call for Application documents, including the Terms of Reference can be downloaded here: RFT APSG General Updated 20130523.pdf

The Application Form can be downloaded here: PART 4 Application Forms APSG_21052013.docx

To successfully apply for this position applicants must submit a CV and fully completed Application Form quoting the position you are applying by no later than 5pm South Africa time on Friday 28 June 2013.

Cardno Emerging Markets is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to child protection.?

Employee Benefits

The terms and conditions of these positions are determined by AusAID’s policies and procedures as set out in the ‘Adviser Remuneration Framework’ (ARF). Full details of the ARF are available at:-

http://www.ausaid.gov.au/publications/pages/3994_1809_6357_1618_6763.aspx?

Location: Ghana

How To Apply For The Job

Any questions with regards to these applications can also be directed to:-

procurement@aa-partnerships.org

Closing Date: 28 June, 2013

Further information about the AAPF is available at http://www.aa-partnerships.org

{International Finance Corporation (IFC) ,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,28 Jun-2013};

IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in developing countries. We create opportunity for people to escape poverty and improve their lives. We do so by providing financing to help businesses employ more people and supply essential services, by mobilizing capital from others, and by delivering advisory services to ensure sustainable development.

IFC Accra is recruiting a Finance Analyst who will be responsible for all financial and accounting related tasks for the Ghana sub-region (including Burkina Faso and Guinea)Accra office, covering investment and advisory services activities.

Based in Accra, Ghana, the Finance Analyst has a double reporting line to 1) the Country Manager based in Accra, and 2) the Senior Administrative Officer for the Region, based in Johannesburg. S/he will work closely with Investment Officers, Program Managers for PEP Africa programs (advisory services), as well as with colleagues from the finance function across the Sub-Saharan (CAF) region.

Duties and Accountabilities:

Office and Program Budgeting and Monitoring

•   Under the guidance of the Country Manager and Senior Administrative Officer, and in close collaboration with various stakeholders from the investment and advisory services business lines, prepare and submit detailed office and program budgets, in line with approved programs and work plans, and with general World Bank Group (WBG) standards.
•   Monitor budgets, prepare and submit regular reports, raise flags whenever necessary, and provide management with explanations for any distortion from initial budgets and assumptions.
•   Assist the Senior Administrative Officer in project initiation and Project shut down procedures (ie creation and closing of project ID or WBS elements).
•   Assist Investment Officers (IOs) and Project Officers (POs) in preparing offline budgets for their projects.

Funds Management

•   Perform monthly review of office expenses for accuracy, monitor funds and assure that sufficient funding is available for the Ghana office, in terms of budget and cash flow; prepare and submit replenishment requests to the Country Manager when necessary.
•   Prepare draft Integrated Briefings on Trust Funds (IBTFs) and IBTF revisions.
•   Prepare donor replenishment requests for PEP Africa programs and submit for clearance by Senior Administrative Officer.

Reporting

•   Prepare and submit to the Country Manager and the Senior Administration Officer, a set of standard monthly reports for the Office management, and PEP Africa programs.
•   Prepare ad-hoc financial reports as requested by management, PEP program managers, and Investment Officers.
•   Prepare timely and accurate donor reports (PEP Africa) and submit for clearance by the Senior Administrative Officer.
•   Perform expense trend analysis and monitor financial and operational risk exposure on an ongoing basis; proactively communicate potential risks to management.

SAP/Imprest Administration

•   Process the following program expenses in SAP, ensuring that all expenses are in strict compliance with office budgets and provisions of donor agreements:

– staff salaries and benefits
– consulting contracts, fee invoices
– purchase orders
– travel advances and other travel related expenses
– all other payables and miscellaneous payments

•   Performs monthly review of expenses for accuracy, and ensures timely corrections/adjustments of erroneous transactions

Time Recording (TRS) and Leave and Attendance Records (LARS)

•   In coordination with the TRS/LARS Coordinator, ensure that all PEP program staff record/enter their time in the TRS in a timely and accurate manner.
•   Make sure staff overtime has proper approval from the Office Administrator (for ACS staff), the Country Manager or PEP Program Managers.
•   Inform the Country and Program Managers through bi-monthly reports of non-compliance by staff and make sure appropriate action is taken.

Fixed Assets Administration

•   Ensures that all asset procurements and disposals are conform with WBG policies and procedures, assets are properly identified, tagged and recorded in SAP and covered by insurance.
•   Conduct regular physical inventory and report missing items.

Other Responsibilities

•   Perform monthly reconciliation of cost center holding account (BF000111), ensuring proper allocations and required re-posts were made to the Program TFs.
•   Ensure that all financial records and files (e.g., supporting documents for office and Program expenditures, contracts, purchase orders, fixed asset inventory, etc) are well organized, maintained and updated.
•   Act as the focal person within the regional office on all WBG policies and procedures relating to SAP, imprest and other financial matters.
•   Act as contact person for internal and external audits of the office.
•   Update operating procedures and manuals as required by the Senior Administrative Officer.
•   Reconcile vouchers on visitors’ usage of Country Office Facilities; ensure that the Country office is reimbursed for personal calls, copies, vehicle usage and other personal expenses.
•   Performs other duties as required.

Scorecard Administration

•   In coordination with Investment Officer, Programs Managers and the Country Manager, prepare and submit quarterly updates of the office scorecard; submit to the Senior Administration Officer for consolidation at the Country Office level.

Selection Criteria:

• University Degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant, and a minimum of 2 years’ IAS accounting experience in a corporate setting.
•   Candidates holding a diploma or certificate who are officially pursuing an internationally recognized accounting of finance certificate (ie CA, CMA, CPA, MIA) and who have at least 4 years of accounting or finance experience will also be considered.
•   Strong analytical skills, capability to assess trends in financial performance under limited supervision.
•   Sound knowledge of financial accounting and reporting, and of project costing.
•   Demonstrated competence in the use of Microsoft Office applications; experience in ERP (preferably, SAP) is a significant advantage.
•   Demonstrated team player with the ability to work in a multi-cultural environment and across different functions.
•   Strong written and oral communications skills.
•   Fluency in English is essential.
•   Candidate with experience working with the World Bank Group have a competitive advantage.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Click Here To Apply Online

Closing Date: 30 June, 2013

{IUCN Ghana,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,28 Jun-2013};

IUCN, the International Union for conservation of Nature is a world leader in developing knowledge and understanding for effective action for conservation of bidiversity and management of natural resources.

The IUCN Programme for Central and West Africa, PACO seeks to recruit an Administration and Finance Assistance for the IUCN Ghana Projects Office.

ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE ASSISTANT
IUCN Ghana Projects Office  

Our mission: “To influence, encourage & assist societies throughout the world to conserve the integrity & diversity of nature & to ensure that any use of natural resources is equitable & ecologically sustainable.”

IUCN is a world leader in developing knowledge and understanding for effective conservation action. A unique worldwide partnership, IUCN brings together states, government agencies & NGO members, & some 10,000 scientists & experts from 181 countries in a global web of networks to provide a neutral forum for dialogue & action on environment & sustainable development issues.

The Regional Office for Central and West Africa has over 200 staff members working in its offices in Burkina Faso, Guinea Bissau, Mali, Mauritania, Senegal, Niger, Cameroon, Nigeria, Ghana, Gabon, DR Congo and Republic of Congo. The IUCN Regional Office for Central and West Africa is located in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso.

OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
Under the direct supervision of the Head of Office and maintaining functional reporting relationship with the Administration and Finance service in Yaoundé, the PACO Regional Office in Ouagadougou, and the HQ Finance Unit, this position is responsible for ensuring the consistent and efficient administration of projects for which IUCN-Ghana Office has financial and reporting responsibilities; and to assist with key administrative functions related to the daily running of the office.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Project Administration:

•   Assist in maintenance of a project management system including details of all projects administered by Ghana Office;
•   Assist in maintenance of a framework for monitoring contractual reporting requirements for projects implemented by Ghana Office;
•   Coordinate with  accounts staff at IUCN-PACO in Yaoundé on day-to-day project administration;
•   Review and advise on the terms of incoming (donor) and outgoing (consultant) contracts and agreements;
•   In collaboration with IUCN HR and project managers, help prepare consultant contracts.

Financial Administration:

•   Support project supervisors and managers in the management of project finances;
•   Code invoices to appropriate projects for processing by IUCN-PACO accounts staff and co-ordinate review by project supervisors and managers;
•   Enter accounting data in the system
•   Work with IUCN-PACO accounts staff to ensure the timely preparation and submission of project financial reports and any other financial reports required by donors;
•   Ensure timely requests for incoming fund transfers;
•   Prepare monthly project cash flows;
•   Assist with preparations, if required by donors, for project audits including the collection and review of supporting documentation from the IUCN-PACO network;
•   Participate actively in project budgeting for project proposals.

Office Administration:

•   Manage incoming and outgoing calls and mail, receive and log mail before sending them to the destined offices;
•   Help organize office meetings and meetings with partners;
•   Prepare mission orders, travel authorization and supervise travel claims for missions of staff members, partners and consultants.
•   Outline the requirements of the organization by keeping track of equipment and materials ( inventory management);
•   Seek the best prices for materials and products;
•   Ensure that goods received are in compliance with the organization’s set standards;
•   Support IUCN HR staff in HR matters including assisting with recruitment arrangements, and providing relevant information for staff profiles;
•   Assist in organization of conferences/ meetings logistics and of foreign travel;
•   Book flights, process visa applications, hotel bookings, taxi bookings, etc.;
•   Carry out various information management tasks including general filing and time-sheet keeping.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Be a holder of a University Degree in Finance, Business Administration or related fields with at least three (03) years work experience in project administration and finance;
•   Fluency in English and understanding of French, including good writing skills;
•   Hold a keen interest in environmental issues;
•   Have relevant and proven experience in project administration and contracting;
•   Be able to demonstrate sound skills in finance and administration;
•   Be able to demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy;
•   Have a sound knowledge of MS Office software use, especially Excel spreadsheets;
•   Have good interpersonal skills and have strong organizational abilities;
•   Be a good team player but also willing to work on own initiative;
•   Effective under pressure and able to work independently;
•   Easily integrates into work teams;
•   Relate easily to people from diverse cultures.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

All applications and detailed CVs should be sent electronically to reach Mr. Samual Kofi Nyame at:-

samuel.kofi.nyame@iucn.org

Closing Date: 19 July, 2013

{City Lights Limited,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,28 Jun-2013};

Job Summary

•   Oversees and manage administrative, logistical and financial management in accordance with City Light’s policies and objectives
•   Works with the Managing Director to ensure efficient functioning of administrative and financial processes and maintain adequate internal control
•   Develops and maintains financial and accounting procedures for the company
•   Develops and manages budgets for project components and activities in line with City Light’s policies and objectives.
•   Oversees the day-to-day accounting processes and the production of monthly financial reporting to the Managing Director
•   Oversees the timely and accurate preparation of monthly cash flow projections; monitoring cash flow throughout the month
•   Communicates regularly and often with other Functional Managers and staff to ensure smooth administrative and financial processes are upheld.
•   Manages procurement and inventory procedures
•   Performs any other duties assigned by the Managing Director

Qualification Required & Experience

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

•   A post-graduate level of qualification in Accounting, Finance or Financial Economics with full or partial qualification in ACCA or ICAG, and a minimum of five (7) years’ post qualification relevant work experience.

Other Qualities and Requirements:

•   Must possess the stature for mentoring and providing leadership and guidance on accounting strategies, processes and procedures.
•   Exceptional leadership and managerial skills.
•   Ability to meet challenges of a growing organization.
•   Excellent communication and good human relations skills.
•   Excellent Planning, technical and conceptual skills.
•   High-level proficiency in written and spoken English.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Send CV and letter of motivation to:

citylightgh@gmail.com

Closing Date: 30 June, 2013

{Vist Ghana Limited (VGL),Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,28 Jun-2013};

Vist Ghana Limited (VGL) is a Liability company situated in Ghana. It is a member of a group of companies situated in other West African Markets. Vist markets its own branded products on the Ghanaian market. The company manufactures plastic films and has a state of the act printing press. Vist remains a growing company with other industrial initiatives on its agenda.

VGL is looking to fill the following position:- Finance Manager

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Bachelor’s degree in addition to ACCA, CA, ICA, CIMA, CPA Qualified
•   Minimum of 5 years experience

Remuneration: Salary is negotiable

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Please send CV to:-

vistgh@consolidated-group.net

Tel No.: 020-2097831  /  020-2612329

Closing Date: 14 June, 2013

{Camfed Ghana,Tamale,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,28 Jun-2013};

Camfed Ghana is seeking to recruit motivated and dynamic individuals to support its programmes.

Under the direction of the Head of Finance, the Finance Manager is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance and smooth running of an accurate and up-to-date accounting system; providing management information for planning, control and decision making, providing timely and accurate financial reports.

Specific duties and responsibilities include:

•   Ensuring accurate and timely entry of data into Sun Systems and maintaining complete documentation of all financial transactions and audit trails, involvement in budgeting process, forecast and financial planning, provision of financial management advice and other technical support to functional departments, preparing cash flow forecast and monitoring daily cash position, ensuring monthly and timely analysis and reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts, production of fortnight, monthly and quarterly management and donor reports, supporting the preparation of financial report packs and annual accounts, supervising and managing the performance of the finance team for effective delivery, working with Head of Finance to put in place a system which ensures that all major risks are identified, analysed, mitigated and monitored on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis and any other duties as defined by line manager.

Qualification Required & Experience

The successful candidates must have strong social and interpersonal skills, an eye for accuracy and detail, ability to use own initiatve and work unsupervised and the flexibility to travel.

•   You must have a postgraduate degree in Finance/Accounting, a chartered professional qualification (CA, ACCA, CIMA, or its equivalent), a minimum of 5 years of experience in international development sector, including donor grants management, good knowledge of international development issues particularly, gender and education and experience of working with an international NGO.
•   You must have strong leadership, strategic planning and project management and scheduling skills.

Location: Tamale

How To Apply For The Job

More information about the positions can be found at our website: www.camfed.org/jobs. Please email your CV (maximum 2 pages) and cover letter (maximum 1 page) to: ghana@camfed.org. Please use the job title in the subject line of the email.

Closing Date: 11 June, 2013

Applications which do not meet these criteria will be rejected. Only shortlisted candidates will be considered for an interview. Previous candidates need not apply.

Camfed Ghana is an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity and equality, and does not discriminate on any grounds.

{Council For Law Reporting,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,28 Jun-2013};

The Council for Law Reporting, an Agency under the Ministry of Justice is looking for qualified personnel to fill the following position:- Finance Officer

Duties/Responsibilities

•   He/She will assist the Head of Finance Section in the performance of his/her duties

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline from a recognized tertiary institution or ICA Part 2
•   A minimum of 3 years post qualification relevant work experience in a reputable organization or the Public Civil Service
•   Must be computer literate

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applications including contact phone numbers, with CV and two referees should be sent to:-

The Acting Editor
Ghana Law Reports
Council For Law Reporting
P.O. Box MB 165
Accra

Or Hand delivered to the offices of the Council for Law Reporting

South Liberia Road, Ministries (Accra) the office is opposite Ministries Police Station and adjacent to the Mali Embassy

Closing Date: 11 June, 2013