Deputy Manager

Job Description : Deputy Manager - Accounts Department: Finance & Accounts Reporting To: General Manager- Finance Location: Tema, Ghana Mandatory Education- Inter CA Job Purpose: To ensure accurate and timely accounting, reporting, and compliance of all financial transactions related to plant operations, including procurement, production, inventory, payroll, and vendor management. The role supports smooth day-to-day accounting and provides financial insights for effective cost control and decision-making. Key Responsibilities: 1. Accounting & Book keeping • Maintain accurate books of accounts in ERP/SAP/Tally (or relevant accounting system). • Manage and reconcile general ledger, sub-ledgers, and intercompany accounts. • Record all financial transactions including purchase, sales, expenses, and journal entries. • Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies. • Handling customs matters and bonded warehouse operations include Bonded Warehouse Stock & Duty Reconciliation. 2. Payables & Receivables • Maintain customer accounts, track receivables, and prepare customer reconciliation statements and resolve discrepancies. • Process vendor invoices and ensure timely payments as per credit terms. • Prepare vendor reconciliation statements and resolve discrepancies. 3. Inventory & Cost Accounting • Coordinate with the stores and production departments for accurate inventory records. • Verify material issue, consumption, and closing stock. • Assist in preparation of cost sheets and analysis of production cost variances. 4. Banking & Treasury Operations • Handle daily banking operations including deposits, payments, and fund transfers. • Prepare bank reconciliations and maintain cash flow statements. • Support treasury functions and ensure sufficient working capital availability. 5. Statutory Compliance • Assist in preparation and filing of statutory returns VAT, WHT, PAYE, Social Security, etc. • Ensure compliance with internal controls and audit requirements. • Coordinate with internal and external auditors for timely completion of audits. 6. Reporting • Prepare monthly trial balance, P&L, and balance sheet schedules. • Support in preparation of plant-level MIS reports and variance analysis. • Provide timely reports to management on financial and operational performance. Qualifications & Experience: • Qualified CA intermediate • Total 10+ Years of experience and Minimum 5-7 years of accounting experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment. • Strong knowledge of cost accounting and inventory management. • Proficiency in MS Excel and accounting software (Tally, SAP, QuickBooks, or ERP system). Benefits: • Bachelor accommodation provided • Meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) provided • Transportation provided • Medical facilities covered • Visa & air tickets provided • Quarterly salary Payouts • One month of paid leave with return tickets every year

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