Accountant, Finance Directorate at University of Ghana

Position Overview

The University of Ghana invites applications from suitably qualified internal candidates for the position of Accountant within the Finance Directorate. This role provides operational support to achieve the objectives of the Finance Directorate and reports to the Director of Finance.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure proper books of accounts and records are maintained for the University with accurate and timely transaction capture
• Submit periodic financial reports on actual performance and prepare consolidated accounts for assigned units
• Manage financial system and data integrity at the unit level
• Prepare annual operating budgets and coordinate plans and projections for budget preparation of succeeding years
• Support Internal and External Auditors in performing their functions and ensure completion of action items
• Ensure unit compliance with University Financial Regulations, Governance Policy, Public Financial Management Act 2016 (Act 921), and related acts, standards, regulations, and policies
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Director of Finance or representative

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Current staff member of the University of Ghana at the grade of Senior Accounting Assistant or above
• University degree and professional qualification in Accountancy (ACCA, CIMA, CPA, or CA)
• Minimum 2 years of relevant post-qualification experience
• Working knowledge of accounting software packages
• Second degree in a related field (preferred)

Employment Details

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: Accra, Ghana