Accounts Officer
Accounts Officer
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Job Description
We re looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Account Officer to support our finance operations remotely from Ghana. Reporting directly to the Managing Director you will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records processing payroll managing invoicing and collections and supporting compliance and reporting. This role requires strong organizational skills experience with cloud-based accounting tools like Zoho Books and the ability to thrive in a remote performance-driven environment.
Payroll Management
Accurately process monthly payroll in compliance with company policies and Ghanaian tax laws.
Maintain organized digital payroll records remit statutory contributions and promptly address payroll discrepancies.
Financial Reporting
Support the preparation of monthly quarterly and annual financial statements (e.g. balance sheet income statement).
Prepare internal financial reports and summaries including variance analysis using advanced Excel features.
Invoicing and Collections
Generate and issue client invoices in a timely manner in line with contractual agreements.
Monitor receivables follow up on outstanding payments and escalate overdue accounts as necessary.
Accounting Operations
Record daily transactions and perform regular reconciliation in Zoho Books or similar accounting software.
Manage accounts payable processes verify invoices and ensure timely disbursements to vendors.
Track and report incoming payments wire transfers and bank activity flagging inconsistencies immediately.
Compliance and Audits
Ensure financial activities comply with tax laws and regulatory requirements.
Maintain up-to-date documentation to support electronic filings and remote audit processes.
Budget Management
Prepare and update company budgets and financial forecasts.
Generate financial reports and spreadsheets to support planning and decision-making.
Administrative Finance Tasks
Maintain accurate and organized digital filing systems for financial and operational records.
Manage office documentation record-keeping and legal filings.
Liaise with regulatory bodies to ensure timely and compliant submissions of statutory documents.
Oversee vendor registration contracts and maintain up-to-date transaction logs.
Provide administrative support to the HR Finance and Marketing teams.
Assist in document management and ensure availability of office supplies.
Prepare reports presentations and spreadsheets as required for internal and external use.
Collaboration
Coordinate with operations and other internal teams to ensure financial activities align with business objectives.
Communicate effectively through virtual platforms to maintain transparency and clarity across finance processes.
Requirements
- Bachelor s degree in Accounting or Finance. Professional qualification (e.g. CA ACCA ICAG) required; ongoing Level 3 candidates will be considered.
- 2 5 years of hands-on experience in managing payroll financial accounting and invoicing/collections in a fast-paced preferably remote business based in Ghana.
- Proven ability to handle full-cycle accounting including reconciliation reporting and debt recovery in a digital environment.
- Proficiency in Zoho Books or similar accounting platforms (e.g. QuickBooks Xero).
- Strong Excel skills including advanced functions (e.g. pivot tables VLOOKUP macros) essential for reporting budgeting and tracking collections.
- Solid knowledge of financial regulations tax compliance and accounting procedures in Ghana.
- Excellent analytical numerical and time management skills with a track record of meeting deadlines remotely.
- Detail-oriented with a sharp eye for accuracy and error prevention particularly in invoicing and financial data.
- Ethical and trustworthy adept at managing confidential data securely online.
- Strong communicator fluent in written and spoken English (additional languages a plus) comfortable in remote interactions and client follow-ups.
Benefits
- Fair Play: Leading with transparency and trust even across time zones.
- Energy: Bringing passion and commitment to every virtual task.
- Partnership: Collaborating for shared success through digital teamwork.
- Impact: Driving transformation that matters wherever you log in from.
- Thrive in a global remote firm shaping talent solutions for industry leaders.
- Grow within a team that values accountability and measurable results with the flexibility of working from anywhere in Accra.
- A supportive virtual work environment.
Employment Type
Full Time
