Job Description

We are looking for a strong professional Accountant who will be responsible for the main accounting and financial analysis activities of a company to join our team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the general ledger and coordinate the preparation of monthly balance and reconciliation of project accounts;
• Ensure the safe, efficient, and transparent handling of all accounting and cash transactions;
• Maintain cash books and other financial records;
• Maintain deposit and check register;
• Prepare the monthly bank reconciliation;
• Prepare and submit monthly financial reports;
• Ensure that all supporting documentation is prepared and filed according to company’s procedures;
• Track and report on monthly field expenses, procurement, and logistical support for volunteers and staff;
• Prepare and submit monthly projections;
• Coordinate and oversee procurement and financial transactions;
• Manage payment of salaries and benefits to staff, and ensuring that projects complies with Ghanaian laws regarding taxation, and other relevant issues;
• Prepare procurement documents for goods purchased, including seeking bids, drafting the purchase order, and liaising with HQ as necessary;
• Complete payments of vendors and other services or goods in accordance with required policies and procedures;
• Oversee activities including purchasing, shipping and transportation, inventory, warehousing, and delivery;
• Lead office administration duties, including overseeing agreement with security and cleaning service providers, liaise with landlord on rent agreement and payments, and service of utilities and internet;
• Support logistics as needed, including hotel reservation and payments, vetting and payment to additional vendors (e.g., contract drivers or translators if needed), or other tasks as needed;
• Follow up on outstanding travel advances and invoices;
• Reports all problems with financial administration and compliance without delay;
• Performs other duties and tasks at the request of management;

Salary: Attractive

Required Skills or Experience

• Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Must be a chartered Accountant.
• Knowledgeable in taxation and tax policies.
• 5+ years’ experience in accounting/finance role.
• Strong analytical and calculative skills.
• Excellent reporting, report writing, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience with office management software like MS Office (MS Excel and MS Word, specifically)