Vacancy: Director of Finance

Date	24 Apr 2019
Location	Koforidua

Job Type	Full-time
Description	Company Profile The University Koforidua Technical University was established by an Act of Parliament, Act 922 (2016) and amended by Act 974 (2018). The vision of the University is to be providers of standard science and technology education, a center of excellence In applied research and a reference point for solutions to community problems; the mission of the University Is to provide tertiary level technical education through the development of career-focused skills In collaboration with industry; and the core values of the University are innovation, integrity, and impact. The university currently has a total student population of 8,000 students and a total staff population of 605. Other information about the University is accessible at its website: www.ktu.edu.gh Job Description The Governing Council of Koforidua Technical University (KTU) announces for the information of interested candidates, vacancy for the position of the Director of Finance and invites applications from qualified and competent persons for the position which become vacant on 1st August, 2019. The Position of the Director of Finance The Director of Finance is a top management person who heads a major division of the University, the Finance Office. He/she shall be responsible to the Vice Chancellor for the Financial Administration of the University in accordance with the Public Management Act, 2016 (Act 922). Duties and Responsibilities The Director of Finance shall: Be the Chief Accounting Officer and the Chief Financial Advisor to the Vice - Chancellor; Have general responsibility of the financial affairs of the University that will ensure its financial health and exercise direct superintendence over all accounting officers; Be responsible for collecting all legitimate revenue due to the University; Exercise control over expenditure In line with the University's objectives and budgets; Be responsible for preparing the annual budget of the University for presentation to the appropriate governing body for approval and implementation; Be responsible for ensuring that the financial statements of the university are drawn up in accordance with the Technical Universities Act 2016, Act 992, the harmonised Statutes, applicable accounting standards and all other Regulations approved by the university, as well as other relevant Lease with the appointed external auditors to get the university's financial statement audited. Terms of Appointment The Director of Finance shall hold office for a term of four (4) years and may, upon application, be eligible for re-appointment for a further term only, provided that no part of the second term enters the compulsory retirement age. Salary and Conditions attached to the position are very attractive and will be specified in the later of appointment. Required Skills or Experience The Person Candidates seeking appointment to this position must: Be a Chartered Accountant and hold a Master's degree in a relevant field. Have served as a Deputy Director of Finance in a University or comparable grade in a Similar institution/organisation for at least six(6) years. Be analytical, critical, result-oriented, Innovative and visionary; Possess hands-on ability to work independently; Possess excellent communication, interpersonal and supervisory skills; Be a good team player Possess strong IT skills and familiarity with accounting software; Be able to work under pressure to meet deadlines; and possess proactive commercial flair. How To Apply Interested candidates are requested to submit an application letter together with the following: Six (6) copies of Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae together with relevant supporting documents including names and addresses of three (3) referees; and A Three-page Vision Statement. The application should be forwarded under REGISTERED COVER marked "Application for Director of Finance of Koforidua Technical University" Closing Date The marked applications for each of the positions should reach any one of the following addresses in both hard and soft copies not later than Monday, 13th May, 2019. The Chairman Search Committee for: Director of Finance Mr. Edward Asante Antwi C/o Head, General Administration Koforidua Technical University (KTU) PO Box KF 981 Koforidua, E/R Soft copies must be forwarded to: [email protected] OR The Chairman Search Committee for: Director of Finance C/o The Office Manager Universities of Ghana Overseas Office Ghana Universities House 321 City Road London ECIV ILJ United Kingdom Soft copies must be forwarded to: [email protected] Notice Please note, employers receive numerous applications per posting. As such, employers will only shortlist the most qualified candidates for their posting. Also Jobsinghana.com is not involved in any decision made by an employer/recruiter and therefore does not guarantee that applications sent by job seekers will result in that candidate being shortlisted/selected for that position. Jobsinghana.com has no affiliation with this employer/recruiter. 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