The Accra World Trade Centre Limited (AWTCL), a member of the prestigious World Trade Association (WTCA), a global network, whose membership includes over 320 World Trade Centres operating in almost 100 countries. AWTCL has the mission to integrate Ghanaian businesses into the worldwide alliance of World Trade Centres that provide businesses with services and facilities to make the conduct of international trade easier, faster and cheaper, leading to economic growth and prosperity.

ROLES
Key responsibilities and duties of the role

•  Directing and overseeing all of the financial activities of AWTC, including the preparation of financial reports and forecasts of future business growth, financial planning, cash flow monitoring and general financial management
•  Supporting the CEO and the Board in formulating policies, and offering direction and leadership in financial strategy
•  Preparing annual budgets, financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, tax returns and reports for Government regulatory agencies
•  Designing and maintaining proper accounting procedures and systems
•  Reviewing reports and analysing actual results against projections of sales, expenses and income and suggesting measures for improving performance
•  Forcasting long term financial trends and evaluating prospects for future growth of income and new product/service areas
•  Ensuring that AWTC meets its financial and all legal responsibilities.

Qualification Required & Experience
Essential

•  Professional qualification (ICA, ACCA, CIMA, and CPA)
•  A minimum of 8 years’ experience in similar position

Desirable

Bachelor’s degree in finance or business administration (or equivalent).

KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE/QUALITIES
Specific knowledge/experience/qualities required for this role

•  A self-starter with a proven ability to proactively manage a variety of tasks
•  Ability to liaise and negotiate with all levels of staff, management and external parties
•  Excellent written and verbal communication skills
•  Exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills
•  Strong interpersonal and presentation skills
•  Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures
•  Demonstrated high level of initiative and independence
•  Energetic personality and excellent team player, with good leadership skills
•  Excellent time management skills and ability to work under pressure in a busy environment
•  Ability to learn and work with a bespoke database and good working knowledge of MS Word, Excel and Outlook
•  Attention to detail and ability to create and maintain accurate paper records.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job:

Details are available at: www.wtcaccra.com. Please send all applications to: info@wtcaccra.com

Closing Date: 31 January 2013