Chief Finance Officer at Parliamentary Service Of Ghana

Position Overview

The Parliamentary Service of Ghana invites applications from suitably qualified professionals to fill the position of Chief Finance Officer. This role will oversee and manage the operations of the Financial Management Services Division, ensuring strict compliance with accounting standards and legal obligations imposed on Parliament and the Parliamentary Service.

Job Summary

The Chief Finance Officer will assist the Clerk to Parliament and service management through the Deputy Clerk responsible for corporate and financial management services. The successful candidate will be responsible for directing all financial operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining the highest standards of fiscal management.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate quality control measures in the provision of services relating to finance, budget, accounting, compensation, pensions, procurement, and related services to the Speakership, Leadership, Membership, Clerkship, Senior management, and the House
• Ensure that financial, budgeting, accounting, compensation, pensions, and procurement policies and procedures are in accordance with statutory regulations and global standards
• Monitor the overall funding status, disbursements, repayment, and related reporting in the service
• Ensure that all financial, budgeting, accounting, compensation, pensions, and procurement records are properly and timely maintained, with reporting cycles and associated engagements performed in accordance with regulatory and organisational requirements
• Coordinate with stakeholders for the arrangement and management of funds in the service
• Ensure that financial projections and budgets are aligned with corporate and departmental strategic plans
• Implement and maintain a proper accounting system for bookkeeping and operational support in accordance with regulatory requirements

Employment Details

• Location: Accra, Ghana
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Category: Accounting