A reputable Financial Institution (non bank) is seeking to recruit suitably qualified persons for the position of General Manager (Finance & Administration)

Job Summary

•   The General Manager (Finance & Administration) will report to the Managing Director. He/She will continuously improve administrative and accounting processes develop and lead an internal team to support the following areas: Finance, Business Planning, Budgeting, Human Resource and Administration. This position requires a hands-on approach to getting things done, together with the ability to work well with other members of the management team.
•   As a member of the Senior Management team, the General Manager, Finance & Administration will be involved in strategic planning, evaluation and professional development initiatives.
•   This is a tremendous opportunity for a Finance and Administration leader to maximize and strengthen the internal capacity of a well-respected, high-impact organisation.

Duties and Responsibilities: include but not limited to the following:

•   Responsible for the entire Accounting function to assure timely completion of monthly, quarterly and yearly Financial Accounts according to statutory and regulatory requirements
•   Serve as lead staff support to the Board's Audit & Finance Committee
•   Responsible for the local / foreigh cash and bank management
•   Responsible for preparation of functional action plans and budgets
•   Negotiate with banks and reinsurance companies to promote the financial interest of the company
•   Provide leadership guidance and development of Finance / Account staff
•   Provide timely management reports to the Managing Director and Departmental Heads to facilitate sound decision making
•   Monitor investment portfolio performance and work with Managing Director to ensure adherence with policy
•   Serve as a business partner to the Managing Director on the organisation's administrative processes including HR, payroll and benefits functions with an eye to continously developing and improving systems
•   Monitor compliance with and suggest improvements to existing policies and procedures

Qualification Required & Experience

•   First Degree in Business Administration (Finance or Accounting Option) or Business Studies
•   Post Graduate Degree in Finance or Accounting (Msc. MBA)
•   Professional Accountancy qualification (e.g. ACCA, ICA or CPA)
•   A certificate in the GSE securities Course will be beneficial

Experience & Qualities:

•   Must have at least 7 years post professional qualification experience as Head of Finance / Accounts in a reputable Insurance or Financial Institution
•   A strong and proven team player with ability to contribute effectively to decision making
•   Good knowledge of internal control systems and regulatory matters
•   Good analytical, reporting and financial presentation skills
•   Strong communication and collaboration attitude
•   High integrity and strong ability to work without supervision
•   Solution-oriented skills for executing tasks
•   knowledge in managing MS Office suite, MS Outlook and other Accounting based programmes

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should forward their applications together with their detailed curriculum vitae and other supporting documents to:-

P.O.Box CT 4672
Cantonments - Accra

Closing Date: 13 August, 2015