*GE is a diversified technology, media and financial services company dedicated to creating products that make life better. From aircraft engines and power generation to financial services, medical imaging, television programming and plastics, GE operates in more than 100 countries and employs more than 300 000 people worldwide.
*GBS MEA is a fast-growing (30% + revenue growth in 07) professional services organization providing centers of excellence for statutory, VAT and tax reporting and payroll and small business services to GE businesses throughout Middle East and Africa
Posted Position Title:
Senior Accountant - Ghana
Career Level:
Experienced
Function:
Finance
Function Segment:
Administration and Support
Location:
Ghana
City:
Takoradi
No
Role Summary/Purpose:
GE is expanding in the region and we are inviting Senior Accountants to join our Global Business Services Team (GBS) in Ghana.
Essential Responsibilities
Successful candidate will be responsible for the following tasks:
Ø Ensure accurate and timely bookings of Accounting entries in accordance with USGAAP & STAT standards
Ø Work closely with Kenya COE team to ensure timely & accurate AP, T&L, AR, Treasury processes
Ø Work closely with GE Businesses in Ghana and provide them in-country GBS Financial Services support, ensure Controllership & Compliance at Country level
Ø Conduct accounting activities on day-to-day basis, and during monthly / quarterly / yearly closing
Ø Monthly/ Quarterly Account Reconciliation processØ Cash Flow forecasting
Ø Document Management
Ø Follow internal controls to prevent Unreconciled Accounts & Compliance risks
Ø Together with Ghana Center Leader coordinate STAT/ TAX audits in Ghana
Ø Prepare yearly budgets/ planning/ pricing, and conduct variance and productivity analysis to monitor and control any deviation
Ø Analyze financial transactions, determine accuracy, ensure completeness and compliance to established policies & procedures and GAAP
Ø Participate in various Controllership & Compliance initiatives
Ø Drive continuous process improvement in the accounting processes in the Center, including key controllership projects.
Qualifications/Requirements:
Ø Solid Finance & Accounting skills in STAT/ USGAAP/ TAX/ IFRS
Ø Bachelors degree, major in accounting/ auditing
Ø Minimum 4 years relevant experience.
Ø Solid communication, organization and document management skills.
Ø Strong interpersonal/teamwork skills.
Ø Solid computer skills: Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Ø Having project management & coaching experience would be an asset.
Ø Ability to influence without authority and work collaboratively in a team. Relationship Building & Networking Skills with internal organization and customers\
Desired Characteristics
* Flexibility, with a positive attitude to change
* Proactive and able to influence others
* Can do approach
* Highly organised and able to take ownership
* Wanting to work in a dynamic environment
