Accounts Officer (Accra)

About the role

The Accounts Officer will ensure timely processing of Cocoa Taken Over Receipts (CTOR) and related invoicing for the Cocoa Marketing Company (CMC). Based in the Accra office, the role supports the finance team of Nyonkopa Cocoa Buying Company Ltd and reports to the GL Accountant for Ghana.

Key responsibilities

• Receive daily CTORs from the port and prepare manual sales invoices for CMC.
• Follow up on CMC advice, reconcile invoices, and update Cocobod invoicing.
• Manage BBS invoicing, submission, and realization of CTOR payments.
• Convert BBS sales figures into SAP purchase entries using appropriate vendor codes.
• Maintain employee vendor accounts, post retirements, and perform ageing analysis.
• Handle daily petty‑cash, bi‑weekly bank reconciliations, and monthly WHT schedules.
• Participate in month‑close activities, balance‑sheet review, and all financial or tax audits.
• Collect and dispatch documents to Kumasi and maintain filing systems.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Commerce, ICAI or ACCA qualification.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and tax regulations.
• Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to travel when required.

Required skills

• Microsoft Excel (advanced proficiency)
• SAP
• BBS system

What we offer

• Inclusive and diverse workplace committed to employee growth.
• Opportunity to work with a leading global cocoa processor.