Senior Accounts Officer

Prime Responsibilities:

• To be an ambassador for Business Travel Management Ltd. (Weighted based on the feedback from customers by using questionnaires collated annually, target is 80% positive feedback. Below 80% results to loss of all scores allocated).
• Ensure all Business Travel Management Limited Service standards are closely adhered to in particular: Phone answering & Email etiquette. (Measurement scale: Monitoring of mails and phone calls, target is 80%. (On a scale of 79% – 60% 1 appraisal point will be deducted, 59% - 40% 2 appraisal points will be deducted, 39% downward loss of all scores allocated)

Financial Reporting:

• Prepare accurate and timely management accounts and reports.
• Supervise the recording of transactions, journal entries, and reconciliations to ensure the accuracy and integrity of all financial records in the General Ledger.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes, including preparing necessary accruals, adjusting entries, and ensuring a timely and smooth closing process.
• Develop and maintain monthly reports comparing actual financial performance against budgeted figures, providing comprehensive variance analysis and insights.
• Conduct financial analysis and performance evaluations to assess the company's financial health, identify trends, and recommend actions for improvement.
• Assist in budget preparation and conduct variance analysis.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure proper financial controls and risk management practices.

Compliance and Internal Controls:

• Stay updated on relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, company policies.
• Implementing and maintaining internal controls to safeguard assets and prevent financial misstatements.
• Assist with audits and financial assessments.
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors, providing necessary documentation, explanations, and support during audits.

Credit Control:

• Maintain accurate records of client debt and refunds
• Oversee effective receivable collection and implement changes reduce debts.
• Negotiate payment plans with customers and resolve any client issues or disputes with Key Account Managers.
• Other duties within the Financial and Accounting unit work scope or as might be infrequently required:
• Act as Leave Cover/ Support non- Accounts Officers; Manage external relationships where applicable.
• Support on the Job-training to members in the department.
• Where applicable, all personnel working from home must log in latest 5 minutes after work time.

Role Specific Duties:

• Manage the financial accounting function of the organization: Compliance and Internal Controls, Credit Control, and Financial Reporting. Also oversee cashflow management, budgeting, treasury, investment and revenue collection drive.
• Providing accurate and reliable financial information to support strategic decision-making, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations and standards.
• Maintain good rapport with customers-(minimum of 80% account management customer survey score)
• Motivate team members and ensure productivity and efficiency of allocated resources
• Protect the company from fraudulent acts
• Other duties as may be assigned.

Educational Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in any of the Finance or Accounting. Professional qualification is a must.
• At least seven (3-5) years’ experience total or two (2) years preferably within the industry in financial reporting, budgetary control, funds management, performance management, planning, tax & statutory reporting.
• Must have experience in core finance operations. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office application.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, budget and financial reporting standards.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to details and accuracy.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of accounting software is preferred.
• Level of Responsibility to cover certain tasks within a unit and demonstrate ownership of such tasks with little or no supervision. Also expected to cover at least 2 projects and/ or 2 team members in the delivery of their respective tasks. Provide direction to projects and/ or staff on level 2, maximizing resources and leveraging process automation. Escalate to level 4 (where applicable).

The Person:

• Must possess good communication skills; Must be analytical and system based. A passionate and proactive person.
• Able to lead a team. Work with little or no supervision; The individual must have high emotional intelligence to carry out high-level stakeholder engagement; The individual must possess good interpersonal skills, able to work within a team and develop good team spirit.; Honesty and Integrity is key;
• Ability to plan and execute instructions from superiors; Must be able to work and deliver under pressure.
• Must provide evidence of vaccination against Covid-19.

All qualified applicants should send their cvs to: nii.akofio-sowah@btmlimited.net

Location: Accra
Salary Range: Attractive
Employment Type: Full-Time