Finance Manager

Job Description

We are a fast-growing Ghanaian company operating in the mobility, transportation, logistics, vehicle leasing and rentals, automobile sales, facility management, and general business services sectors. Our commitment to operational excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction has positioned us as one of the emerging leaders in our industry.

• Location: Accra, Ghana

We are seeking an experienced, highly motivated, and results-oriented Finance Manager to lead our finance function, strengthen financial controls, ensure regulatory compliance, and provide strategic financial leadership to support our continued growth.

• Lead and manage the Finance and Accounts Department.
• Develop and implement sound financial strategies, policies, and procedures.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and cash flow management.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts.
• Provide financial analysis and strategic recommendations to Management.
• Monitor business performance and recommend cost optimization initiatives.

• Oversee the full accounting cycle in compliance with IFRS.
• Review journal entries, reconciliations, and general ledger accounts.
• Ensure timely month-end and year-end financial close.
• Prepare accurate Profit & Loss Statements, Balance Sheets, Cash Flow Statements, and management reports.
• Maintain robust accounting systems and accurate financial records.

• Ensure timely preparation and filing of Corporate Income Tax, VAT/NHIL/GETFund Levy, WHT, PAYE, SSNIT and Pension Contributions.
• Lead engagements with GRA, SSNIT, and other regulators.
• Coordinate and manage tax audits, assessments, investigations, and compliance reviews.
• Respond promptly to tax queries and implement audit recommendations.
• Stay abreast of tax law changes and ensure compliance.

• Maintain efficient financial documentation and filing systems (physical and electronic).
• Maintain invoices, payment vouchers, contracts, tax records, payroll records, bank documents, and supporting schedules.
• Maintain documentation for statutory audits, tax audits, banking facilities, and regulatory inspections.
• Ensure compliance with document retention standards.

• Manage banking relationships and financing facilities.
• Monitor loan obligations and debt servicing.
• Prepare cash flow projections and funding requirements.
• Oversee treasury operations, payment approvals, and banking transactions.

• Develop and strengthen internal controls.
• Coordinate internal and external audits.
• Safeguard company assets and ensure policy compliance.

• Supervise and mentor the Finance team.
• Improve financial systems and reporting processes.
• Support Management with financial analysis and strategic decision-making.

Required Skills or Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline from a recognized university.

• Professional certification will be an added advantage, including ICAG, ACCA, CIMA, CPA, ICAEW or an equivalent professional qualification. Candidates currently pursuing a recognized professional accounting qualification are encouraged to apply.

• Minimum of 5–8 years relevant finance and accounting experience.
• At least 3 years in a senior finance or accounting role.
• Proven experience in financial reporting, budgeting, treasury, cash flow management, statutory reporting, audit coordination, and GRA tax audits.
• Experience in automobile, transportation, logistics, leasing, engineering, or related sectors is an added advantage.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks, Sage, Xero, Tally, ERP systems, or similar accounting software.

• Strong knowledge of IFRS and Ghanaian tax laws.
• Excellent financial analysis and reporting skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency.
• Leadership, communication, organizational, documentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• High ethical standards and ability to meet strict deadlines.

• Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• Performance-based bonus.
• SSNIT and statutory benefits.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Career progression within a growing organization