Branch Accountant – Mantrac Ghana Limited

Mantrac Ghana Limited is in search of a Branch Accountant.

Job Objectives:
The Branch Accountant is expected to manage the financial activities of the branch effectively and efficiently
He represents the entire Finance function within the branch and acts to ensure that there are no gaps between the Finance HQ and the Operations at the branch
To ensure strict adherence to policies, procedures, internal controls and other finance processes are operating effectively and ae complied with in the branch
Ensure accurate and timely postings and records within the given month end calendar
Provide support for the management accountant in the exercise of this duties and streamlines at the processes at the branches

Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Review monthly branch reporting packs and commentary, investigating any anomalies / variances that requires additional explanation with the branch and providing a summary to the management accountant
Develop an understanding of branch financial operations through regular interaction with the Head Office and be able to reconcile to financial performance and identify anomalies
Review online bank statements on a weekly basis, perform bank reconciliations, liaising with the branch to confirm details of payments / cash received, against back-up documentation. Record and report any anomalies, unexplained transactions to the Treasury Controller
Monthly review of trials balance from the local ERP vs group reporting pack confirmation of balance and movements, review of accruals / provision accounts monthly with the branches. Provide a summary report for the management accountant recording any issues & unusual movements in the month
Ensure local authorizations and local legal requirements are completed in line and valid
Detailed review of customer sales ledger balances and timing of sales particularly for month-end and coordination meeting with service and parts team
Monthly review of branch expense and monthly performance conversation with the branch operations team (Parts & Services)
Branch hub control & audit report follow-ups, chasing outstanding actions and to assist in closing points by the required deadline, developing additional policies and processes to further enhance the control environment
Ensure all statutory reporting requirements are detailed and send to the Head Office as per the month end calendar
Maintain and review log of queries raised with the branches to highlight increased questionable activity
Qualification Required & Experience
Accountancy (CA, CIMA, ACA or ACCA or overeas equivalent) or Bachelor’s Degree in Finance / Accounting
Master’s Business Administration (Desirable)
Remuneration:
A lucrative salary package awaits the successful candidate

Location: Accra
Interested persons should forward their applications and CVs with full address to:

The Human Resources Manager
Mantrac Ghana Limited
P.O.Box 5207
Accra-North

Or email to: [email protected]

Closing Date: 23rd December, 2022