Chief Financial Officer at Acreaty Ghana

 

Acreaty Ghana is searching for a suitably qualified or experienced candidate to fill in the position of Chief Financial Officer

 

Job Purpose

The Chief Financial Officer would be advising, directly controlling capital provided, or coordinating the financial arrangements for construction projects.

Job Specification.

• Responsible for the development, implementation and management of all financial, accounting, controlling and investment activities.

• Maintain accounting policies and procedures to ensure proper recording and reporting of financial transactions, assets and liabilities

• Formulate and implement financial strategies aimed at optimising the use of the Company

• Advise the CEO on investment policies and handle the investment portfolio of the company

• Ensure the establishment and maintenance of proper internal controls and ensure consistency with current policies and organisational changes

• Oversee the preparation of financial statements. Prepare analytical reports for presentation to the Board of Directors

• Stakeholder engagement, including but not limited to various government entities and the Board of Directors

• Manage the preparation of all corporate tax returns and ensure compliance with all applicable tax regulations,

• Evaluate the finance departments structure and team plan for continual improvement of the efficiency and effectiveness of the department as well as provide individuals with professional and personal growth with emphasis on opportunities (where possible) of individuals.

 

Qualification Required & Experience

•MBA in Finance, Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Finance or Accounting

• Minimum of 15 years’ progressive experience with some practice in the Construction industry

• Proven experience operating at Chief Finance Officer level, supervising a finance and accounting team

• Ability to operate at Board level and be hands on when required.

 

 

Essential Skills/ Knowledge

• Must be IT literate and advanced in the use of Word, Excel and PowerPoint etc.

• Must have some experience with Tally Accounting Software.

• Financial modelling skills will be plus.

• Strong and up to date knowledge of accounting rules and regulations.

• Effective project and operational management skills.

 

 

Professional / Personal Competencies

• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to engage a dynamic team

• Excellent communication (written, verbal, listening) and interpersonal skills

• Excellent planning and organisational skills

• Ability to work independently, multi-task, and prioritise workload for self and team

• Ability to win and build credibility at all levels of organisation

• Must be proactive, pragmatic and capable of delivering results

• Ability to explain complex financial arrangements to both internal and external audiences

• Ethical and compliant with all accounting regulations

 

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CLOSING DATE: 26th May, 2022