Finance Coordinator

About the role

The Planned Parenthood Association of Ghana (PPAG), an NGO and member of the International Planned Parenthood Federation, provides sexual and reproductive health information and services. It is looking for a Finance Coordinator in Accra to maintain financial records for its programmes and projects and to support management with financial reporting.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain financial records for all programmes and projects
• Prepare the monthly checking sheet for all project accounts
• Assist in preparing final accounts and the annual project audit
• Prepare monthly expense summaries by account code in the postage book and monthly cumulative expense and receipt summaries
• Submit monthly, quarterly, half-year and annual reports on project returns
• Prepare bank reconciliation statements
• Handle routine correspondence and draft letters for approval
• Provide technical support to non-finance staff and give financial information to management for decision-making
• Perform other related duties assigned by the immediate supervisor

Required profile

• Good knowledge of accounting systems and procedures; ACCPAC knowledge is an advantage
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage and help others improve their skills and reach targets
• High sense of responsibility, accuracy, honesty and dependability
• Able to work long hours and under pressure

To apply, candidates send a letter with a detailed CV and two referees to the Search Committee, the Human Resource Management Unit in Accra, or by e-mail. Only shortlisted applicants are contacted for an interview.