A reputable public institution invites applications from suitable qualified, experienced result-oriented persons for the following position: Principal Officer, Finance

Job Purpose

• To provide senior professional and supervisory support for the effective management of the institution’s accordance with applicable laws, regulations, policies and accounting standards

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide technical input into formulation and review of financial policies, procedures and systems
• Supervise implementation of approved financial management programmes and activities
• Coordinate preparation of accurate and timely financial statements, management accounts and periodic financial reports
• Supervise recording, classification and reconciliation of financial transactions in accordance with approved accounting policies and standards
• Support management of receipts, payments and other financial transactions in accordance with approved procedures and controls
• Ensure proper maintenance and safeguarding of accounting records and financial documentation
• Monitor compliance with applicable public financial management laws, regulations, policies, accounting standards and internal controls
• Provide technical input into development and review of the institution’s accounting manual and financial procedures
• Provide financial analysis and technical input into institution proposals, programmes and management decisions
• Coordinate implementation of approved audit recommendations relating to financial management
• Support development and review of effective internal financial control systems
• Provide relevant financial information to support institutional budgeting and budget-performance monitoring
• Supervise preparation of annual work plans, budgets and periodic reports relating to assigned finance functions
• Supervise and appraise subordinate staff
• Perform other related duties assigned by the appropriate supervisor

Qualification Required & Experience

• A minimum of a Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting or any other related discipline from an accredited tertiary institution
• Membership of a relevant and recognized professional body, where applicable
• A minimum of 6 years post-bachelor’s relevant work experience in a reputable institution

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and qualified persons should submit:

• Application letter
• Detailed Curriculum vitae (CV)
• Copies of relevant academic and professional

Applications should be submitted via email to:

[email protected]

Applicants should state ‘Principal Officer, Finance’ as the subject of the email.

Closing Date: 23 September, 2026