Global Health Systems Solutions (GHSS) is a non-governmental and non-profit making organization dedicated to seeking innovative solutions to strengthen health systems in developing countries for effective service delivery and surveillance of infectious, non-infectious, and neglected tropical diseases. We focus in three key areas: improve laboratory systems and services critical for disease management, surveillance, and prevention; enhance field surveillance and epidemiological training for relevant animal and human health to mitigate threats posed by diseases; and improve service delivery at all health levels. Our major collaborators include Ministries of Health, the World Health Organisation, the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and several bi-lateral organizations.

Description Of Job

Purpose:
We are currently seeking an outstanding individual to GHSS as the Administrator/Accountant for the Ghana office.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

•  Ability to assist in the development and implementation of financial policies and procedures
•  Ability to assist in preparing organizational and project budgets
•  Ability to maintain day-to-day accounting and financial reconciliation
•  Ability to keep track of finance balances and review expenditure on a regular basis
•  Ability to prepare monthly/quarterly financial reports to donors
•  Ability to prepare employee payroll to include statutory deductions
•  Ability to prepare and reconcile bank statements
•  Ability to supervise administrative services within the office
•  Ability to lead the process of recruiting new staff
•  Ability to manage filing, storage and security of documents
•  Knowledge of procurement processes, and ability to procure goods and services following donor requirements
•  Ability to ensure the security and maintenance of office equipment and supplies

Salary: Very competitive

Qualification Required & Experience

The successful candidate should have:

•  A degree in Accounting and/or Business Administration
•  Five years experience working as Administrator/Accountant with international NGOs, public or private sector organizations
•  Ability to prepare financial reports using appropriate accounting software
•  Knowledge and experience with  US government agency (e.g. USAID, CDC) financial and accounting systems
•  Excellent computer skills
•  Excellent people skills and ability to work in a team.

How To Apply For The Job

Applicants should submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae to:

renielang@yahoo.com

Closing Date: 12 September, 2012