About the Position
We are recruiting an Accounts Officer for a full-time position based in Accra, Ghana. The Accounts Officer will report to the Finance & Administration Manager and will focus on supporting PEN’s finance and accounting functions.
PEN works with project teams, partners, and consultants across Ghana and other countries. The Accounts Officer will support PEN’s financial operations in Ghana and its broader regional operations. In addition, they will be responsible for the following key activities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Record and process financial transactions, including bills, cash advance requests, payments, and receipts, in compliance with PEN and donor financial policies.
- Maintain complete, accurate, and up-to-date financial and procurement documentation in collaboration with the Admin & Logistics Officer.
- Prepare monthly and quarterly financial schedules and reports for submission to the Finance & Administration Manager and relevant partners.
- Reconcile staff cash advances and staff accounts, ensuring proper documentation and timely retirement.
- Review prepared payments for policy and donor compliance before upload for approval.
- Support budget tracking, cash flow monitoring, and reconciliation of expenditures against approved budgets.
- Prepare payroll support schedules, manage bank and mobile money transactions, and prepare statutory remittance schedules (PAYE, WHT, SSNIT, pensions).
- Assist with month-end and year-end close procedures, including reconciliations and supporting schedules.
- Support annual external audits by compiling audit files and responding to audit queries.
Criteria for the position
The following qualifications are necessary for this position:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration.
- At least five (5) years of experience in accounting or finance.
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Outstanding computer skills and facility using Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, and online platforms.
- QuickBooks or other accounting software experience.
- Fluency in English.
We are also looking for the following skills and attributes:
- ACCA/CPA qualification or part qualification is an advantage.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial controls, and donor compliance requirements.
- Experience working with international teams and coordinating with multiple stakeholders, vendors, and partners.
- High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and discipline in financial record-keeping.
- Excellent problem-solving and time-management skills, with the ability to meet strict reporting deadlines.
- Strong work ethic and a clear commitment to quality, accountability, and delivery.
- Ambition to set and maintain high standards for financial records, reconciliations, and reporting.
- Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills to identify errors, risks, and opportunities for process improvement.
- Outstanding organizational skills, with the ability to manage high transaction volumes and maintain orderly financial systems.
- Proven ability to work closely with a growing team and to successfully manage multiple and changing priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while maintaining professionalism and a good sense of humor!
Salary
Competitive
Monthly based
Location
North Legon, La-Nkwantanang-Madina Municipal District, Greater Accra Region, Ghana, Greater Accra Region, Ghana
North Legon, La-Nkwantanang-Madina Municipal District, Greater Accra Region, Ghana, Greater Accra Region, Ghana