Finance Officer

Visionfund

Savelugu, Ghana
On-site
Financial planning and budgeting
Grant compliance and reporting
Cash management and disbursement
Visionfund is seeking a Finance Officer for its Savelugu, Ghana location. The ideal candidate will have strong financial management skills and experience in the NGO sector, committed to transforming the lives of vulnerable children

Job Summary

  • Support the preparation of annual and quarterly project budgets and cash flow forecasts, ensuring alignment with work plans and donor agreements.
  • Record and process all project financial transactions in accordance with World Vision policies and donor rules, maintaining proper accounting records.
  • Conduct periodic visits to project sites to review financial records, verify expenditures, and provide on-site guidance to strengthen financial controls.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Visionfund is seeking a Finance Officer for its Savelugu, Ghana location. The ideal candidate will have strong financial management skills and experience in the NGO sector, committed to transforming the lives of vulnerable children.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Financial Planning and Budgeting
  • Grant Compliance and Reporting
  • Cash Management and Disbursement
  • Strong Computer Skills
  • Effective Working Relationships

Nice-to-have

  • Commitment to Christian Ethos
  • Experience working with farmers
  • Capacity building with diverse groups

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
  • 3-5 years experience in project or grant financial management
  • Knowledge of donor-funded project accounting
  • Strong understanding of financial systems (SunSystems, Horizon, or similar)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Work Rights

Local Applicants Only

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