The University: On May 14, 2004 the University of Education Act, Act 672 was enacted to upgrade the status of the University College of Education of Winneba to the status of a full University. The University of Education, Winneba was established in September, 1992 as a University College under PNDC Law 322. University of Education, Winneba brought together seven diploma awarding institutions located in different towns under one umbrella institution. Currently the University has three campuses. The main campus is at Winneba in the Central Region, with satellite campuses at Kumasi and Ashanti Mampong in the Ashanti Region.

Job Summary

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the above position in the University of Education, Winneba.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will:

•  Prepare for the consideration of the Academic Board statements, accounts and estimates required by the Board
•  Call for and receive monies due to the University and make, on behalf of the University, the authorized payments;
•  Report to the Finance Committee any case of failure to maintain the financial and other records of the University in the form required by the University Council;
•  Prepare consolidated  accounts of the Unit of the University for the consideration of the Finance Committee of the University;
•  Establish and maintain the financial systems and procedures of the University;
•  Maintain reliable records and books of accounts to reflect the true financial state of the University;
•  Ensure that funds are utilized in the most efficient manner for the growth and goodwill of the University in line with internationally accepted financial and accounting procedures;
•  Coordinate the preparation of the overall budget for the University;
•  Prepare the annual accounts in accordance with financial regulations and audit requirements;
•  Effect payment in accordance with established financial rules and regulations on behalf of the University;
•  Assist the Colleges/Faculties/Departments/Units/Sections to determine the budget strategy for each year;
•  Manage and maintain an effective pay roll administration system;
•  Ensure that comprehensive financial management software is maintained and properly linked updated to all University Accounts;
•  Set up and maintain systems and procedures for internal control and
•  Perform contract management duties as and when required
•  Perform any other duties to be assigned by the Vice-Chancellor on behalf of the University Council of the University;

Qualification Required & Experience

Candidate seeking appointment as Finance Officer must possess a minimum of Masters degree in Banking/Accounting/Finance. In addition, candidates must:

•  Be a member of a recognized professional accounting body
•  Have a final certification in any of the following: ACCA, CA, CPA, CIMA, or its equivalent
•  Have served for a minimum of seven (7) years as Deputy Finance Officer in a University or in a comparable institution
•  Have the ability to provide and maintain a solid financial management system

Location: Winneba

How To Apply For The Job

Qualified applicants are to submit an application letter, twelve (12) copies of their detailed Cvs and a one page vision statement to the:

Secretary
Search Committee
c/o The Registrar
University of Education, Winneba
P. O. Box 25
Winneba

Closing Date: 12 April, 2013