Head of Finance at Reputable Company

An Animal Feed Processing Company requires the Services of a Management Accountant.



Job Title: Head of Finance

Reports To: Chief Executive Officer



Main Duties



• Establishes and maintains the financial systems and procedures of GAPFA

• Reviews and certified financial statements for presentation to management, the Board or other stakeholders

• Coordinates the preparation of the overall budget for GAPFA

• Manages the funds of GAPFA efficiently to keep the association solvent

• Effects payment in accordance with established financial rules and regulations

• Collaborates with the internal audit unit for the maintenance of an effective system of internal control

• Liaises with external auditors for the audit of the company's accounts and attends to matters arising out of the audit

• Assists the Chief Executive to defend the association's budget at the management committee and executive council hearing

• Proposes financial targets for regional sales representatives and monitors compliance

• Supervises the work of the finance department

• Oversee the conduct of staff performance appraisal

• Develops frameworks for capacity building and financial reporting formats

• Recommends the list of assets for deletions from the fixed assets register



Qualification Required & Experience



Applicant must have:



• A University Degree in any of the following: Finance, Economics, Commerce or Business Administration (Accounting)

• Final certification in any of the ff: ACCA, CA, CPA, CIMA or equivalent

• A Master's Degree in a relevant field

• A minimum of 10 years relevant post professional qualification work experience of which 7 years must have been in management position in a reputable organization

• Must be computer literate

• Solid knowledge of advanced accounting and financial principles and practices

• Excellent knowledge of cost accounting and reporting.

• Excellent knowledge of risk analysis, budgeting and forecasting

• Working knowledge of Accounting software (Tally) and MS Office

• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

• Problem-solver with attention to detail

• Organizational and leadership skills



Location: Accra