Director, Finance

About the role

The Ghana Atomic Energy Commission (GAEC) is recruiting a Director, Finance, based in Accra, from suitably qualified Ghanaians. The post covers the finance and accounting systems of the Commission, its budgeting and planning, and compliance with public financial management and procurement laws.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement guidelines and procedures for the finance and accounting systems
• Ensure proper books of accounts are kept and that sound financial management and accounting practices are followed
• Manage the accounting functions of the GAEC and ensure effective execution of all financial transactions
• Support the annual budgeting and planning processes
• Prepare quarterly financial performance reports against budgets and strategic goals
• Ensure compliance with regulations such as the Public Financial Management Act, Audit Service Act, Public Procurement Act and Pensions Act
• Manage the Commission's central stores efficiently
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Director-General

Required profile

• Not more than 55 years old at the time of appointment
• Distinguished scholar and researcher of local and/or international repute in nuclear sciences, their applications and related technologies
• Proven organisational and leadership skills, and experience in fundraising and revenue mobilisation
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; able to manage crises and work as a team player
• Chartered membership in good standing of a recognised professional body (e.g. Institute of Chartered Accountants of Ghana, ACCA, CIMA)
• At least 15 years of relevant experience, including a minimum of 10 years at senior management level in a research or analogous institution
• At least a Principal Accountant or equivalent qualification

To apply, applicants obtain nine application forms from the GAEC cash office (fee GH 500) and submit them, together with a detailed CV, three referees' names and addresses and a two-page vision statement, to the Director-General in Accra by 15 August 2022.