Financial Manager

Responsibilities and Key Duties

Financial Management and Reporting

• Lead the preparation of annual budgets and project-specific budgets.
• Monitor organisational and project expenditures against approved budgets.
• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Produce donor-compliant financial reports in line with grant agreements.
• Provide financial analysis and advisory support to Management.

Accounting and Internal Controls

•  Oversee accounting systems, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial records.
• Ensure proper documentation and filing of financial transactions.
• Strengthen and maintain internal control systems.
• Manage cash flow and banking operations.
• Supervise payroll administration and statutory deductions.

Compliance and Audit

• Ensure compliance with Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), SSNIT, and other statutory obligations.
• Coordinate external audits and respond to audit queries.
• Ensure adherence to donor financial guidelines and reporting standards.
• Support the development and updating of financial policies and procedures.

Strategic Financial Planning

• Contribute to organisational sustainability planning.
• Provide financial projections and risk analysis.
• Support grant proposal development, particularly budgeting components.
• Advise Management on financial implications of strategic decisions.

The Financial Manager will be expected to:

• Submit timely and accurate monthly financial statements.
• Produce donor financial reports in accordance with grant timelines.
• Ensure zero major audit queries attributable to internal control weaknesses.
• Maintain updated financial records and policy documents.
• Support Management with financial forecasts and sustainability planning.

Eligibility and Selection Criteria

Interested applicants must meet the following requirements:

• A Master's degree in Finance, Accounting or related field (preferred).
• Minimum of five (5) years’ progressive experience in financial management
• Demonstrated experience managing multi-donor grants.
• Strong knowledge of Ghanaian financial regulations and tax laws.
• Proven experience in preparing for and coordinating external audits.
• High level of integrity and strong analytical skills.
• Proficiency in accounting software (Quick Books).

Application Requirements

Interested applicants should submit the following documents:

• A cover letter (maximum 1 page) explaining suitability for the role;
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae (maximum 3 pages);
• Copies of academic and professional certificates;
• Contact details of at least two professional referees.

NB: Deadline for submission: Friday, 22nd May 2026, 5:00 PM (GMT)

Salary: Attractive

Location: Accra