Timely completion of all transactions in a timely and efficient manner; specifically required to ensure that:

• Maintains accurate accounts of the transactions of the company
• The proper completion of all transactions authorized by the Finance and Administration Director in accordance with laid down processes and procedures
• Contributes to periodic financial statements development and supports notes in accordance with the policies of the company.
• Prepare financial commentary with regards to the quarterly financial statements (variance and profitability analyses).
• Assist with the preparation and tracking of budget.
• Ensures that payment vouchers are filled on timely basis.
• Reviews travel expense reports from staff for entry into QuickBooks
• Ensures that financial documents are stamp ‘paid’ on timely basis.
• Reviews all financial documents to ensure laid down processes before processing them for payment.
• Oversees the filing of all VAT and submit monthly to Finance and Administration Director for review and processing
• Follow up on withholding tax certificates from appropriate agencies
• Reviews both electronic and hard copy filing of all Fix Award Amount (FAA) reports.

• Degree in Business Administration, Accounting or its equivalent
• Part-professional qualification in Accounting, from a recognized professional Accounting bodies is an asset
• Significant knowledge and working experience in Accounting/Financial Management.
• Knowledge of Financial Management practices in Ghana.
• Knowledge of Office Processes and Procedures.
• At least 5-6 years post-qualification experience.
• Report writing, facilitation, presentation skills required.
• Knowledge and experience of QBE essential.
• Teamwork and cooperation: Ability to work effectively and smoothly across multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams and take actions to build a cohesive work climate in which all members are included. Solicits ideas and opinions to help form specific decisions and plans.
• Result orientation: Ability to proactively approach the smooth organization of internal processes; ability to work independently with a strong sense of initiative, discipline, and self-motivation
• Ability to manage program staff members that are remotely located
• Verbal, written, interpersonal, and presentation skills in French and English
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Ability to travel nationally to project sites