Finance and Administration Manager - Rainforest Builder

Rainforest Builder is Africa’s leading forest restoration company. We work to restore the Upper Guinean Forest with projects in Ghana, Sierra Leone, and soon Côte d’Ivoire and Guinea. Our projects are large-scale and long-term, creating jobs for over 2,000 people and partnering with global companies to deliver carbon and biodiversity results.

Project Colobus is our second major project in Ghana, based in the Oti Region. Planting starts in 2026 and will restore 24,000 hectares of degraded land in the first phase.

Role Purpose

We are looking for a Finance & Admin Manager to establish and lead the finance and administrative functions of Project Colobus. The role is based full-time in Dambai and will support the General Manager in managing budgets, payments, reporting, procurement, and HR.

Reports to: General Manager – Project Colobus

Key Responsibilities

Finance

• Prepare and manage project budgets, forecasts, and cashflows.
• Process payments, manage accounts payable/receivable, and do bank reconciliations.
• Keep accurate financial records and ensure compliance with Ghanaian regulations.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports for the GM and Group Finance.
• Support audits and maintain strong internal controls.

Procurement

• Oversee all procurement processes, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Ensure suppliers are properly vetted, onboarded, and contracts are documented.
• Drive cost efficiency and value-for-money in all purchasing decisions.
• Manage supplier relationships, monitor performance, and maintain accurate procurement records.
• Safeguard transparency and integrity across procurement activities.

HR Administration

• Maintain staff records, employment contracts, leave schedules, and payroll support.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and staff welfare in collaboration with the GM and Group HR.
• Ensure compliance with statutory obligations (SSNIT, tax, pensions, etc.).

Administration

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the project office in Dambai.
• Ensure administrative systems are effective and support the wider project team.

Department Building & Leadership

• Establish the Finance & Admin Department for Project Colobus.
• Recruit, train, and manage finance and admin staff to deliver high-quality support to the project.
• Define roles, set clear responsibilities, and monitor performance of the team.
• Foster a culture of integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Reporting & Support

• Track project KPIs and budget performance.
• Analyse financial and operational performance and suggest efficiency measures.
• Provide financial insights and support to the GM and project leadership team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s degree or professional qualification – ACCA, CIMA, ICA – an advantage).
• At least 7 years of relevant experience in finance and administration roles, including at least 3 years in a managerial capacity.
• Experience working in a multinational company or with international financial reporting standards.
• Strong knowledge of Ghanaian financial, tax, and labor regulations.
• Proven track record of managing a full spectrum of financial operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, treasury, taxation, and financial reporting.
• Hands-on experience with HR administration.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Strong integrity, organizational skills, and ability to work independently in a project-based environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• 20 days paid leave plus public holidays.
• Accommodation support in Dambai.
• Opportunity to be part of one of Africa’s largest forest restoration projects.

Location: Dambai, Oti Region, Ghana

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