POSITION: Accounts Assistant
SECTION: Corporate Services
GRADE: A2
POSITION TYPE: Fixed Term Contract (3 years)

Main purpose of job:

The Accounts Assistant handles the Payroll process for all Locally Engaged Staff at the British High Commission, and will be responsible for preparation and submission of SSNIT returns. He/she will act as the cashier, uploading invoices into the system and will support the Accounts Manager in his duty, often liaising with Finance teams in London and Pretoria.

Roles and responsibilities

Many financial transactions take place via Hubs in Pretoria and the UK, so strong liaison with staff in the Hubs is essential.

The Accounts team in the British High Commission in Accra supports the work of all UK government departments present overseas (with the exception of DFID) as described in our business plan, and so the Accounts Assistant needs to understand the different requirements of these departments, but also to ensure they all comply with generic procedures on core finance activities.

Learning and development opportunities

There will be on-the-job training initially in the High Commission’s operating systems.  There may also be the opportunity to travel to London or Pretoria for further training.  The High Commission offers excellent online training, available to all staff, which is both job-specific and offers wider development opportunity.  We offer a good L&D environment and encourage staff to develop their skills and expertise.  Job shadowing etc is actively encouraged

Key competences required:

•   Managing quality of service
•   Collaborating and Partnering
•   Delivering at pace

Language requirements:  

•   Fluent in Spoken and Written English

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Degree in accounting or business and finance is required.
•   Completion (or studying) for an accounting qualification is desirable but not necessary.
•   2+ years of experience with handling Payroll process and accounting transactions is required.

We also require absolute confidentiality, integrity, accuracy and reliability

Salary: GHS 1,856 PER MONTH

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

•   The British High Commission in Accra is an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to inclusivity, a diverse workforce and valuing difference.
•   Staff members recruited locally by the British High Commission in Accra are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local Ghana employment law.
•   Spouses/registered partners of UK Based Staff, are able to work within the BHC/BCG but their salary will be abated at the appropriate tax rates.
•   Reference checking and security clearances will be conducted.
•   If you have not heard from us 3 weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Note: Any questions you may have about this position will only be answered during interview, should you be invited.

To Apply

All applicants should submit a short (1 page maximum) covering letter stating why they are a suitable candidate for the position along with a copy of their CV in English and the application form, by email to:

Recruitment.Africa@fco.gov.uk

Internal applicants should also submit the above, with a copy of their most recent 24 months of appraisal evidence (i.e. two full appraisals, or however many abridged appraisals, minutes etc to make up two years’ worth of evidence) to the same email address.

•   All candidates: Please quote in the subject line, of your email, the Vacancy Notice No: 16/15 ACC, and position you are applying for.
•   Internal candidates, and spouses of diplomatic officers: Please quote in the subject line, of your email, the Vacancy Notice No: 16/15 ACC, and position you are applying for, and also indicate that you are an internal candidate, or spouse of a diplomatic officer.
•   Only electronic applications will be accepted.

Closing Date: 07 May, 2015