An international company is seeking to recruit a:- Chief Financial Officer for its operations in Ghana.

Job Summary

•   Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Chief Financial Officer oversees the operations of Finance ad Accounts Department and ensures objectives are achieved and adhered to.
•   Directs and overees all financial, treasury, accounting, budget, audit activities of the organisation oversees financial and accounting system controls and standards, and ensures timely financial and satistical reports for management and or Board use.
•   Directs and supervises the process of formulating policies and systems necessary to maintain proper records and to implement adequate accounting, legal and finance control and services
•   Develops financial systems to faciliate informal decision-making and monitor performance
•   Discuss and provide input for the financial feasibility of potential projects proposed by the heads of departments
•   Reviews reports to analyse projections of sales and profit aganist actual figures, budgeted expenses against final totals and suggests methods of improving the planning process as appropriate
•   Acts as an advisory entity to the chairman and chief executive officer on all finance and accounting matters

Qualification Required & Experience

•   The candidate should have a master’s degree in accounting or business administration, or equivalent business experience
•   10+ years of progressively responsible experience for a major company or division of a large corporation
•   Should have experience in partnering with an executive team, and have a high level of written and oral communication skills
•   Preferably will be given to candidates with an MBA in Finance and the Certified Public Accountant or Certified Management Accountant designations

Knowledge & Skills Required

•   Local and international Oil & Gas Industry History and Dynamics
•   Foreign Exchange and Money Markers
•   Business Analysis, Strategy Development and Execution
•   Finance and Investment Management
•   Financial Management Accounting
•   Asset & Liability Management
•   Risk Management
•   Taxation
•   Entrepreneurial skills
•   Negotiation and Contract Management
•   Networking and Relationship
•   Strong attention to detail
•   Business Planning

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applicants should submit their CVs to:

executivejobsearchgh@gmail.com

Closing Date: 17 March, 2014