Principal Accounting Assistant at Encyclopaedia Africana Project

Job Purpose

Provide general accounting support including preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, financial statements, and reports.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform banking and cashiering duties, including preparation of monthly Bank Reconciliation Statements
• Assist in the preparation of financial reports including financial statements, cash flow statements, and variance analysis
• Maintain proper accounting records
• Assist with the preparation of annual budget for the Secretariat
• Collect data for the preparation of annual and other periodic reports
• Perform any other duties as required

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field from a recognised university
• Minimum of three (3) years post-qualification relevant working experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated human relations skills
• Record-keeping skills
• Effective communication skills
• Organisational and leadership skills
• Computer skills

Location

Accra, Ghana

Job Type

Full-Time