Right To Play is a global organization committed to improving the lives of children and youth affected by conflict, disease and poverty. Established in 2000, Right To Play has pioneered a unique play-based approach to learning and development which focuses on quality education, life skills, health, gender equality, child protection and building peaceful communities. With programming in 18 countries, Right To Play transforms the lives of more than one million children each week, both inside and outside of the classroom. In addition to our work with children, Right To Play advocates with parents, local communities, and governments to advance the fundamental rights of all children. Right To Play is headquartered in Toronto, Canada and has operations in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia. Our programs are facilitated by more than 550 international staff and 15,800 local volunteer Coaches.The Africa Regional Office located in Kampala, Uganda, supports 8 country offices including; Burundi, Ethiopia, Ghana, Mali, Mozambique, Rwanda, Uganda and Tanzania.<\/p>\n
Job Description<\/strong><\/p>\n Job Posting<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Finance Manager The Ghana Country Office is currently seaching for a qualified and self-driven candidate to join a team of professionals in Ghana as Finance Manager.<\/p>\n JOB SUMMARY<\/strong><\/p>\n The Finance Manager reports directly to the Country Director (CD) and has functional reporting lines to the Director, Africa Finance and Business Administration (DAFBA). The incumbent is responsible for the proper implementation of financial procedures in all Right To Play programs in Ghana. He\/she is responsible for preparing financial reports for local management, preparing the payroll and maintaining accounts payables.<\/p>\n PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES<\/strong><\/p>\n Job Responsibility #1: Financial management, planning and budgeting (35% of Time):<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 Leads, manages and oversees all technical and managerial aspects related to finance, grants management, results based finance and other financing instruments. Job Responsibility #2: Planning, Budgeting and Forecasting (10% of Time):<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 Review and analyse yearly Country and Project financial planning and supports the program team in preparation of proposal and operational budgets and translation of the program activities into figures; supports the Program Manager (PM) liaising with Projects and partners in the process of budget reviews, analysis and templates. Advise CD & PM on cost recovery methods and techniques. Job Responsibility #3: Accounting, Financial Report Preparation & Analysis (15% of Time):<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 Analyses financial transactions and prepares journal entries for accrual, prepayments, corrections and adjustments; and performs monthly review of country balance sheet reconciliations schedules and preparing the CO part and submits to RO on a monthly basis Job Responsibility #4: RTP Financial guidelines, Procedures and Policies ( 5 %):<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 Trains non-finance and Finance team on financial policies and procedures and ensures compliance with those policies; ensures FAs also build the capacity of non-program staff on RTP financial policies Job Responsibility #5: Team management & capacity building (10% of Time):<\/strong><\/p>\n Provides fun<\/p>\n Job Responsibility #6: Payroll Management(5% of Time):<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 Monitors the payment of salaries and allowances of local staff; ensures the timely payment of taxes, insurance and benefits, and ensures the maintenance of payroll records. Job Responsibility #7: Management of Cash and Bank transactions (5% of Time):<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 Oversees the daily management of financial transactions; assists the CD in the monitoring and follow up of project finances in the country; supervises all cash disbursements, banking reconciliation, accounts payable and payroll and ensures that there are adequate controls over cash and bank holdings; oversees routine banking services. Job Responsibility #8: Administrative and logistics functions (10% of Time):<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 Purchase request- ensures whether proper purchase related templates are used and all purchases are correctly analysed and adequate supporting documents are well maintained as per the checklist and aligned with Policies. Job Responsibility #9: Performs Other Duties (5% of Time):<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 Performs other duties as assigned.<\/p>\n Qualification Required & Experience<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 Bachelor\u2019s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or related discipline. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS (Asset to have)<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 Knowledge of ACCPAC accounting software COMPETENCIES\/PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 Attention to detail and ability to plan and implement work plan with minimum supervision SPECIAL CONDITIONS<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 Ability to travel locally and internationally is required Note:<\/strong>\u00a0The successful candidate will be employed as a local staff member of Ghana. Compensation and benefits will follow the local package. This is not an international position.<\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0Compensation:<\/strong>\u00a0We offer a competitive salary and benefits package Location:<\/strong>\u00a0Accra<\/p>\n How to Apply<\/strong><\/p>\n If you are interested in applying for this position, please send your resume and cover letter to: GhanaHR@righttoplay.com and kindly include \u201cFinance Manager\u201d and your name in the subject line. While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.<\/p>\n Closing Date: 20 March, 2018 Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to the safety and protection of children in our programs.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Right To Play is a global organization committed to improving the lives of children and youth affected by conflict, disease and poverty. 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\nOrganization:<\/strong>\u00a0Right To Play International
\nDepartment\/Division:<\/strong>\u00a0Finance
\nWork location:<\/strong>\u00a0Accra \u2013 Ghana<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Provides high quality leadership and E-managerial oversight.
\n\u2022 Designs and implements effective management oversight methods and techniques to monitor progress on implementation.
\n\u2022 Oversees financial department employees including Finance Assistants. Participates in the yearly financial planning in the country of operation; supports the program team in preparation of proposal and operational budgets and translation of the program activities into figures; supports the Program Manager (PM) in adequate communication of the plan to program staff and partners.
\n\u2022 Ensures that all staff are aware of the financial accountabilities; communicates on financial expectations and provides constructive feedback on forecasts and expenditures; coordinates with country officers to set a yearly activity plan for upgrading staff financial skills and capacity and leads the implementation; ensures that all project staff are familiar with the roles and responsibilities in relation to financial management and accountability; organizes workshops and leads the financial discussion during planning meetings.
\n\u2022 Stays abreast on program priorities and makes occasional field trips to monitor finance related issues and procedures. Stays abreast on the latest development in tax and other related laws in the country; ensures that RTP complies with all Government statutory regulations including licensing payment of taxes and social security fund; ensures timely submissions of such deductions to the relevant authorities.
\n\u2022 Monitors financial reports and project cost reports\/invoices against budget and contract requirements, alerts management team of necessary contractual or management actions based on that review; identifies financial tracking and analysis tools as needed to support decision-making and on-going management review. On a monthly basis, calculates variances with Country management and reports to the ADFBA; takes appropriate steps to correct variances, according to the CDs directions; ensures respective staff understand variance implications and how to respond to and manage them effectively. Seeks out methods for minimising financial risk to the project and programs across the country.
\n\u2022 Upholds the 0-tolerance for fraud policy and provides guidance to the Country Director as necessary.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Prepares the annual budget for the Country Office and supports the CD and Country team in reviewing the budget of all Projects before submitting to RO\/HQ.
\n\u2022 Ensures the effective management and monitoring of the annual budget for the CO and all Projects and maintains strict control of all expenditures through performance-to-budget analysis on a monthly basis.
\n\u2022 Prepares cash flow projections in accordance with procedures, and manages the cash flow of the country program in order to ensure that (a) sufficient funds are always available, and (b) management is properly aware of the total funds available.
\n\u2022 Where required, submits requests for installments of funds from funding agencies in a timely manner, ensuring a reliable cash flow for the program.
\n\u2022 Based on sound business judgement & analysis, provides advice on business process and changes that will result in operating efficiencies.
\n\u2022 Coordinates and supports annual external audits and any possible Internal and Donor Audits, ensuring all supporting documents are available for auditors to review and responds to auditor\u2019s requests.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Reviews and analyses Country\/Project office monthly financial reports (verifying the coding, arithmetical accuracy, documentation, authorization) and subsequent feedback to ensure timely submission to Region.
\n\u2022 Performs detailed account analysis, recommend improvement; identify issues and trend analysis to ensure accuracy and timely clearing of receivables and liabilities.
\n\u2022 Prepare monthly Project Budget vs Actuals \u2013BvA report and analysis; ensures respective budget holders understand the variance implications and how to respond to and manage them effectively. Identifies additional financial tracking and analysis tools as needed to support decision-making and on-going management review.
\n\u2022 Reviews actual expenditure against the budget on a monthly basis and calculate variances; takes appropriate steps to correct the variances in consultation with the CD and prepares related memos.
\n\u2022 Reviews actual expenditure against the budget on a monthly basis and calculate variances; takes appropriate steps to correct the variances in consultation with the CD and prepares related memos.
\n\u2022 Prepares all mandatory monthly and yearly accounts, ensuring that accounting policies are properly and consistently applied and submits such accounts in accordance with the deadlines in the RTP Finance Manual.
\n\u2022 Prepares monthly finance reports for the CD of RTP Program and the RTP Africa Regional Office in Uganda in accordance with Finance Manual.
\n\u2022 Prepares separate financial reports for funding agencies in accordance with the terms of the contracts.
\n\u2022 Performs year-end financial statements, arranges and ensures their compliance with RTP and donor requirements. Participates in the annual financial audit ensuring all supporting documents are available for auditors to review; responds to auditor\u2019s requests, as well as any internal or donor audits.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Ensuring compliance with legal and grant regulations and RTP financial management policies and procedures including Finance Manual, Personnel Policies and other local Regulations; reviewing monthly exception reporting in conjunction with Country Director & Program Manager to understand performance issues on grants highlighted
\n\u2022 Ensures effective and efficient functioning of financial operations and systems in the CO and all Project offices.
\n\u2022 Keeps himself\/herself up to date on current legislation relating to staff compensation and other relevant information related to finance.
\n\u2022 Serves as custodian of the finance and systems section of the review tool.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Ensures that all staff settles advances and\/or loans in line with established policy and procedures and that all accounts are settled at the time of termination of service.
\n\u2022 Ensures all financial files are complete and up to date including Social Security Payment<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Monitors petty cash accounts including the spot checking of balances and payments.
\n\u2022 Ensures and follows up on bank matters and maintains an accurate record of all income and expenditures.
\n\u2022 Tracks incoming wire transfers and reports any delays or discrepancies to the CD immediately.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Travel Authorization \u2013 ensures proper Travel related Templates are used and travel related data are properly reviewed, analysed and adequate supporting documents are well maintained as per the Policies.
\n\u2022 Ensure Fixed Assets register is in place and updated bi-annually and reported to RO office
\n\u2022 Ensure all expenses are authorized and approved in line with In Filed Authorization Policy; For instance, CDs expenses should be approved by VP Africa
\n\u2022 Generates financial reports to different stakeholders when required.
\n\u2022 Oversees the administration and Logistics functions to ensure compliance with RTP financial management and procurement procedures.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 4 years\u2019 experience in a similar role, working in an accounting department. Experience in developing budgets.
\n\u2022 Excellent MS Office: Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
\n\u2022 Familiarity with accounting software
\n\u2022 Proven ability in using financial management software<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 CPA, ACCA or CMA or other related designations
\n\u2022 Superior bookkeeping skills
\n\u2022 Previous experience working in I\/NGO
\n\u2022 Experience managing a direct report(s)
\n\u2022 Experience in budgetary management, forecasting and financial control<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Good networking and interpersonal skills
\n\u2022 Ability work with large data with attention to details
\n\u2022 Ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines and pressure
\n\u2022 Strong analytical abilities and ability to prepare concise and informative financial reports.
\n\u2022 Excellent reporting skills
\n\u2022 Good professional verbal and written communication skills.
\n\u2022 Ability to work as part of a team in culturally diverse professional staff
\n\u2022 Leadership and management skills
\n\u2022 Results oriented and committed to accountability<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Ability to legally work in Ghana, without sponsorship.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022\u00a0Employment Start Date:<\/strong>\u00a0Immediately
\n\u2022\u00a0Contract Duration:<\/strong>\u00a0Long term engagement based on performance and availability of funds<\/p>\n