Vacancy: Finance Officers

Job Description

A reputable Tier-2 Microfinance Company seeks qualified personnel for immediate employment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain and ensure good and adequate system of accounting is in place.


• Establish budgetary control systems and procedures.


• Responsible for the timely preparation of monthly management financial reports.


• Preparation of payroll.


• Responsible for all statutory computations and payments.


• Maintenance of fixed asset register.


• Preparation of annual budget.


• Preparation of budget monitoring report to Management.


• Preparation of trial balance for audit purposes.


• Liaise with External Auditors ensuring timely completion of the annual audit.


• Undertake market research and perform treasury functions.


• Generate deposit.


• Advise Management on all regulatory issues relating to insurance and taxation. 


• Implement of controls to safeguard the assets of the institution.


• Periodic review of financial income and expenditure strategy.


• Report to the CEO on all matters relating on finance.


• Perform all other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Additional Responsibility

• Preparation of Bank of Ghana Prudential Reports.


• Maintenance of the company’s IT Infrastructure.

Remuneration: Basic Salary (Plus Commission)

Required Skills or Experience

• Minimum HND/First Degree in Accounting/Finance and/or Part 2 of ICA/ACCA


• Minimum of 2 years’ working experience in a similar position in a Tier-2 Microfinance Institution


• Ability to prepare Bank of Ghana Prudential Returns


• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)


• Energetic, flexible, collaborative and a team player


• Good financial analysis skills


• Strong problem solving skills


• Quality oriented with eye for details


• Ability to multitask and work within deadlines


• Highly motivated professional with the highest level of integrity


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook