Specific responsibilities include:
Management and month-end closing
General Ledger Accounting management in our accounting software/ERP (ERP Workday).
Management of month-end closing with responsibility of the month-end checklist and balance sheet reconciliation.
Management of Payroll for over 700 staff
Timely monthly reporting to Group in the format defined by Group Finance.
Management of annual audit and annual financial statements.
Controls and compliance
Ensure compliance with laws and regulations.
Statutory reporting requirements as needed (e.g. tax).
Management of internal control environment in compliance with the Group policies (Payroll, Claims, Procurement, etc.).
Collaboration with advisors and regional finance team on these topics.
Working capital management
Revenue reconciliation with our IT systems and our partners.
Invoicing to partners and collection of receivables.
Full ownership of the Account Payable process.
Cash flow management and preparation of funding request.
Financial Controlling
Support Country Manager as well as Division Heads with real time costs and profitability analysis
Be a trusted adviser who adds value and assist in decision making
Stakeholder Management
Ensure good working relationship with underwriting partners, telco partners and regulators
Ensure timely receipts and payment from and to our suppliers and partners
REQUIREMENTS
The candidate must be/have:
Educational Qualification
Professional qualification -ICAG/ACCA /CIMA Final level
Minimum of Bachelor or masters degree in Accounting or Finance
Should have completed national service
Professional skills
At least 5-10 years working experience in accounting or auditing roles (Senior management)
Excellent knowledge in accounting principles and standards (IFRS).
Good knowledge in Ghana tax laws
Excellent in the use of ERP systems. We use Tally and Workday Financials.
Excellent computer skills and knowledge of Excel
Personal Skills
Good leadership skills
Must be results-oriented
Strong verbal and written communications skills in English
Must be proactive and work collaboratively
Must be self-motivated
Ability to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure
PS: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
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