Administrative Openings

ACCOUNTING MANAGER

Apply principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports by compiling information, preparing profit and loss statements, and utilizing appropriate accounting control procedures.

 PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

1.    Lead the accounting unit for the generation of weekly, monthly and annual Management Accounts, variance reports and Cash Flow reports.

2.    Prepare of periodic Financial  accounts and Board Reports for review

3.    Develop the annual operating budget and consult with departmental management on the fiscal aspects of program planning, salary recommendations, and other administrative actions.  

4.    Establish, maintain, and coordinate the implementation of accounting and budgetary control procedures.

5.    Monitor and review accounting and related system reports for accuracy and completeness.

6.    Analyse variances and explore potential problems with departmental management and making appropriate recommendations and advising of the impact on the business

7.    Maintain the payroll for the university and prepare payroll related information

8.    Maintenance of the Cost model of the University

9.    Prepare and review budget, revenue, expense, payroll entries, invoices, and other accounting documents.

10. Explain billing invoices and accounting policies to staff, students, vendors and clients.

11. Resolve accounting discrepancies.

12. Recommend, develop and maintain financial databases, computer software systems and manual filing systems.

13. Supervise the preparation and maintenance of statutory payments e.g.

14. Interact with internal and external auditors in completing audits.

15. Monitor the University’s adherence to reporting requirements.

16. Other duties that may be assigned by Management.

Supervisory Duties

17. Appraise the performance of immediate subordinates

18. Review all outputs of subordinates

19. Use team working skill to ensure that assignments are executed efficiently

20. Provide on the job training for subordinates

  KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

1. A minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance with 3 to 5 years related experience
2. Knowledge of QuickBooks is preferred.
3. Working Knowledge of local tax and statutory regulations and the ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections is essential.
4. Work requires willingness to work a flexible schedule, including occasional weekends.
5. Knowledge of accounting for non-profit organizations or higher education a plus.
6. An inquiring and analytical mind and the ability to work logically, consistently and accurately
7. Time management and strong interpersonal skills
8. Ability to discuss financial issues with professionals and those with little or no financial background 

Ronke Nedd
Director of Human Resources
Ashesi University
PMB CT3, Cantonments
No. 87, 3rd Norla Extension, Labone
Accra
GHANA

Tel: +233(21)786-812 or +233(21)765-660

Promising applicants will be invited for an interview

What I find unique about Ashesi is the opportunity given to employees to use their initiative and creative skills in performing tasks. The executives are down to earth and ready to listen to suggestions.

         Casper Annie
         Operations Manager