Chief Finance Officer by Parliamentary Service of Ghana

• The Chief Finance Officer will oversee and manage the operations of the Financial Management Services Division, strict compliance with accounting standards and legal obligations imposed on Parliament and Parliamentary Service.

• Oversee and coordinate the quality control measures in the provision of services relating to finance, budget, accounting, compensation, pensions, procurement, and related services to Speakership, Leadership, Membership, Clerkship and Senior management and the House.
• Ensure the financial, budgeting, accounting, compensation, pensions, and procurement policies & procedures are in accordance with statutory regulations and global standards
• Monitor the overall funding status, disbursements, repayment and related reporting in the service
• Ensure that all financial, budgeting, accounting, compensation, pensions, and procurement records are properly and timely maintained and reporting cycles and other associated engagements are performed in accordance with regulatory and organisational requirements
• Co-ordinate with stakeholders for arrangement and management of funds in the service
• Ensure that financial projections and budgets are in line with corporate and departmental strategic plans
• Ensure the implementation of a proper accounting system for bookkeeping operational support in line with best corporate practices
• Facilitate the development and implementation of strategies, policies, guidelines and standard operational manuals to facilitate the smooth functioning of the offices/departments within the division
• Perform any other duties that may be assigned

• A good first degree in Economics, Accounting, Finance or a relevant discipline from a recognised university with a minimum of 12 years post-qualification experience and a Master’s degree in the relevant subject with at least 6 years in a position analogous to a Director in a Public Service institution

• A good first degree and a master’s degree in accounting, economics, finance or a relevant discipline with at least 6 years post master’s degree qualification experience and at least 6 years on a position analogous to a Director in a public service institution
• An applicant shall be a member in good standing of a recognised professional body, such as ICA (GH) or any relevant professional certification

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