Job Description - Financial Controller

Report administratively to the NORPREP Programme Coordinator and technically to the National Accountant, CBRDP/RICU. He/She will also work in close collaboration with the Zonal Accountant, CBRDP/RICU office in Tamale.

  • Set up the overall framework and standard system of accounting for the programme, including unified charts of accounts, expenditure codes and accounting records consistent with those of CBRDP. Government Financial Instruction and meeting international accounting standards
  • Design financial reporting formats that provide for variation and variance analysis and financial performance indicators
  • Train all accounting staff on the operation of accounting system and preparation of financial reports.
  • Ensure that effective training programmes in financial management are designed and implemented for district and sub-district staff.
  • Assure effective internal control system
  • Supervise on regular basis the accounting operations of the implementing agencies and ensure compliance with government and IFAD procedures
  • Maintain al account records in a form appropriate for regular auditing (at least once a year)
  • Monitor financial management activities at Regional, District and sub-district levels
  • Follow up on issues arising form the AWPB/B process, including the processing, documentation and follow-up of disbursement from GOG and IFAD to ensure that releases are not unduly delayed.
  • Ensure that funds for Programmed implementation are disbursed in a timely manner to enable Programme interventions be carried out to time.
  • In collaboration with staff of RPCU, consolidate the AWPB and progress reports for submission to the CI, IFAD, MoF, NDPC and the participant Das
  • Review and consolidate procurement request and withdrawal applications to ensure correctness and that they are in line with the established format of presentation. Liaison with internal and external auditors and Auditor General and follow-up any audit queries/management letters.
  • Provide monitoring of physical achievements against expenditure and
  • Carry out related assignments as may be directed by the Programme Coordinator or the National Accountant, CBRDP/RICU.

 

Duration: For maximum two years, subject to review, during mid-term review.

Location: To be based in the office of the Regional Co-ordinating Director within RPCU,

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Job Location: Ghana
Salary (USD): Not Specified, Negotiable
Job Type: Contract
Contact Name: Mr Kayos Benedict
Company Name: JSA
Telephone:
Job Reference: JSA29687
Start Date: ASAP
Date Posted: 30th Apr 2012 (14:33)

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