As a Junior Financial Accountant in our Finance team in Ghana you will be facilitating various aspects of the daily operations

Your main responsibilities and duties include:

Daily processing of expenses and general payments

Maintaining fixed asset register

Journal entries and general ledger reconciliations

Monthly Bank reconciliation of all bank accounts

Monthly reconciliation with Insurers and Related Parties

Backup and support for all Finance functions and processes undertaken within team, supplier payables

Conduct process reviews with local management and recommend changes to improve efficiencies within finance operations in the office

Identify supplier and engage with business units/vendors to negotiate improved terms of trade as well as continue to improve the procurement process and make sure that we have a competitive panel of vendors

Ensure compliance to all financial policies and procedures

Manage special projects for the department

Delivering excellent service for internal stakeholders

Ensure admin support to colleagues and follow up with contractors related to maintenance of office premise

Assist in conducting audit and accuracy checks on a regular basis

Liaise with the tax consultant for monthly computation of PAYE, VAT & WHT and make sure all the receipts are available and appropriately filed

The Requirements

Proven work experience as an Accountant

Academic qualification in BSc Accounting or its equivalent

General ledger experience

Part Qualification ICA/ACCA/CIMA could be an added advantage

Fully competent in Microsoft Office tools- intermediate Excel capability

Good attention to detail and accuracy

Project management skills beneficial

Reliable, with a flexible approach to work

Ability to prioritize work according to urgency and deliver to required deadlines without comprising quality

Ability to get on with the job quietly and efficiently

Good teamwork skills

Equal opportunity employer