Manager, Finance & Capital - Securities and Exchange Commission Ghana

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is the statutory body mandated by the Securities Industry Act, 2016 (Act 929) to regulate and promote the growth and development of an efficient, fair and transparent securities market in which investors and the integrity of the market are protected.

It invites applications from qualified candidates to fill the following positions:

POSITION: Manager, Finance & Capital

Job Purpose:

To support the finance team by providing insights into the financial planning and analysis of the activities and operations of the Commission. The jobholder will be under the supervision of the Head, Finance, and Capital.

Major Accountabilities & Responsibilities:

• Assist the Senior Manager in the budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning processes of the Commission.

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• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Prepare weekly liquidity reports and advice on portfolio management of the Commission’s reserves.
• Prepare monthly revenue reconciliation.
• Prepare staff Pension reports.
• Assist in the month-end close activities.
• Perform variance analysis by comparing actuals against budget/forecast and prior year performances.
• Assist in internal control documentation and compliance.
• Support decision-making by providing Management with timely, detailed, and meaningful insights and visibility on business performance.
• Ensure integrity of financial data and compliance with relevant laws/regulations
• Any other duties which may be assigned.

 

Educational, Professional Qualifications and Experience

• Must have a Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration.
• Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Science – Administration (Accounting option), Bachelor of Science – Mathematics or any other relevant degree).
• Professional qualification such as CA, ACCA, CIMA, CFA or any other relevant professional body and in good standing.
• A minimum of nine (9) years post-bachelor’s Degree work experience in Finance and Accounting, three (3) of which must be in a managerial position.
• An Audit firm experience will be an added advantage.

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 Competencies:

 Technical, Managerial & Behavioural Skills Required:

• Practical experience in the use of financial modules of major ERP systems and Business Intelligence Reporting tools.
• Knowledge and experience in the application of IPSAS and IFRS.
• Knowledge of the laws, rules, regulations, guidelines relating to the securities industry and the capital market in general, is desirable.
• Significant analytical skills and strong attention to detail.
• Good writing, communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to observe deadlines and achieve results.
• Ability to identify and resolve complex problems.
• Strong ethical and professional skills.
• Creative, innovative, and good business acumen.
• Trustworthiness & Good interpersonal skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Strong ethical and professional skills.
• Proven track record in building relationships working with the public sector, etc.
• Good understanding of the vision, framework, and deliverables of the CMMP.