Role Purpose

Responsible for the preparation of management reports, budget, business performance reports; including other statutory and regulatory reports to facilitate Management planning and decision making for the Company to achieve its goals and objectives.

Reports To
General Manager, Finance & Administration

Direct Reports

•   Senior Finance Officer
•   Finance Officer
•   Cashiers

Key Result Areas

•   Strategy & Policy Development
•   Budget Preparation & Control
•   Fixed Assets Management
•   Payroll Administration
•   Business Performance Monitoring
•   Stores Management
•   Stakeholder Relationship & Management
•   Information & Reporting
•   Employee Performance & Development

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Policy Development

•   Provide Support in the development of strategy/business plan for the Finance Unit of the company and implement same.
•   Provide input in the development of Accounting/Financial Policies, Standards Operating Procedures (SOPs), guidelines, work plan including monitoring mechanisms in managing the Financial and Management Accounting functions.

Budget Preparation & Control

•   Monitor to ensure that all budget inputs from various Departments are completed and submitted within agreed time frame and in line with approved formats/templates.
•   Implement systems and procedures for analyzing budgetary performance to aid in the monitoring and control of the company’s approved budget.
•   Provide input in the preparation of the annual budget for the Finance Unit and implement same.
•   Prepare variance analysis of revenue and expenditure against budget and report on any deviations for corrective action.

Fixed Assets Management

•   Responsible for the maintenance and update of the Fixed Assets Register of the company.
•   Monitor to ensure the security/protection of the company’s Fixed Assets.

Payroll Administration

•   Responsible for the implementation effective payroll system and monitor to ensure that all payroll transactions are in line with approved guidelines.
•   Responsible for the preparation of payroll and statutory returns and monitor to ensure timely submission of returns to statutory Companies/Agencies.

Business Performance Monitoring

•   Collate data/information from all Departments and participate in the preparation of Business Performance Report on monthly basis.
•   Prepare Project Proposals for review and approval.

Stores Management

•   Develop and monitor the implementation of integrated and comprehensive computerized record of receipts, issues and balances of stock.
•   Monitor to ensure that issuance of goods and materials are in line with approved policy guidelines and systems.
•   Review and analyse reports on stocktaking, stock checking and stock audit and recommend remedial action as appropriate.

Stakeholder Relationship & Management
Maintain professional relationships with External Auditors, Regulatory Agencies, Financial Institutions, MMDAs and other external stakeholders in the area of financial management.

Information & Reporting

•   Stay abreast with legislations, rules and regulations, new developments and international best practices in the area of financial/management accounting and treasury management.
•   Prepare monthly, quarterly and periodic management reports.
•   Key contact person in coordinating International Financial Regulatory Standards within the company.

Employee Performance & Development
Responsible for managing direct reports’ performance, providing input for career development, identifying training and development needs and facilitating their training when necessary.

Qualification Required & Experience

Education

•   Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
•   Professional qualification - Pt. II or III from a recognised professional body e.g. ICA, ACCA, etc.

Experience

•   Five (5) years relevant working experience in related role.

Knowledge & Skills

•   In-depth knowledge and understanding of the use of accounting methodologies and tools.
•   Good knowledge and understanding of the International Financial Reporting System (IFRS), Accounting and Auditing Standards and related regulations.
•   Strong knowledge and understanding of Accounting Standards and related regulations.
•   Good financial knowledge, including treasury management, investment planning, asset allocation, etc.
•   Good planning and organising skills.
•   Good understanding in strategic planning.
•   Demonstrated ability in financial modelling.
•   Good analytical ability and problem-solving skills.
•   Negotiation and conflict management skills.
•   Excellent communication and presentation skills.
•   Ability to maintain professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders and work effectively with all categories of employees.
•   Knowledge of project management.
•   Ability to work in a fast paced and often pressured environment.
•   Good knowledge in the use of accounting/financial software and tools, Ms Office suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), internet search engines etc.
•   Knowledge and understanding of enterprise-wide accounting information systems.
•   Managerial, coaching and interpersonal skills in a team setting.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Qualified candidates should send their applications to:

sbuaku@subahghana.com

Closing Date: 29 August, 2014