Finance & Accounts Manager - Hollard Insurance Ghana

The country’s favourite insurance group is Hollard Ghana, with subsidiaries Hollard Insurance and Hollard Life Assurance. The group combines its deep local knowledge of the market having previously operated in Ghana for 25 years as Metropolitan Insurance with the world-class expertise of an international insurance brand in 18 countries across the world. With feet firmly planted on Ghanaian soil but headquartered in South Africa,

Hollard delivers innovative insurance solutions customized to the unique risks Ghanaians face. Hollard offers various life and general insurance products including funerals, personal accidents, motor, business, travel, home, and more. Beyond various nationwide office branches and Hollard 2U franchise shops,

Ghanaians can find Hollard at Shell Fuel Station Welcome Shops, Melcom stores and online at www.hollard.com.gh and www.jumia.com.gh for all their insurance needs. Hollard is a three-time certified Top Employer by the Top Employer Institute.

Job Description

Hollard Ghana is looking for Finance & Accounts Manager

Job Objective  

To oversee various accounting responsibilities within the department including branch accounting, payroll management, fixed asset administration, supervision of bank reconciliations, Credit Control, and sure compliance with regulatory standards.

• Report to: Head, Finance & Accounts
• Job Location: Accra  

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversee payroll administration and effect statutory deductions based on regulations and as may be authorized by individuals.
• Prepare and communicate salary payment schedules including pay slips to members of staff.
• Oversee timely preparation, submission, and payment of statutory and other deductions
• Ensure that capital assets are properly recorded, amortised, and disposed of as appropriated.
• Ensure proper accounting treatment of staff salaries and related deductions on monthly basis
• Monitor companywide compliance of No Premium No Cover (NPNC) regulatory regime

• Ensure that all branches including Hollard2U offices have adequate capacity to deal with ‘local’ accounting relate matters.
• Ensure proper accounting procedures at Branch level and check payment vouchers are passed from the Branch offices timely. Also approve agents and bancassurance receipts after receipts captured.
• Supervise monthly bank reconciliation and advice Head of Finance & Accounts accordingly
• Provide leadership and direction to unit members and support the development and capacity building of members team members.

Required Skills or Experience

• University Degree in Accounting/Commerce
• Professional certification by ICAG, ACCA, CIMA
• A minimum of 6 years relevant and middle-level management experience
• Knowledge of Technical Insurance accounting
• Good understanding of tax principles applicable
• Knowledge of accounting packages and systems
• Knowledge of financial and management reporting
• Sound knowledge of IFRS reporting standards
• Advanced computer knowledge in MS Office and IT troubleshooting skills]