Job Summary / Purpose

• Under the supervision of the Chief Executive, the Director of Finance shall be responsible for the efficient and effective mobilization, accountability and management of financial resources, and steer the hospital on the path of the most prudent and best financial and accounting management practices.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Prudently and accurately advice the Chief Executive on all financial matters of the hospital
• Ensure that financial records and reports are prepared accurately and timely
• Work in conjunction with stakeholders for the preparation of budget estimates
• Develop and promote mechanisms to support and monitor the financial performance of all directorates and units in the hospital
• To collate and prepare periodic financial reports for the hospital and for evaluation by management
• To ensure the timely transfer of GOG and external donor funds to all levels
• Develop and promote efficient and effective accounting systems in the hospital
• To provide effective cost management systems and assure the proper control and valuation of stocks held by the hospital
• Institute financial management policies, systems and controls to safeguard assets of the hospital, assure accountability and promote efficiency
• Assure the integrity, completeness and timeliness of financial data from all directorates and units
• Undertake physical verification of stocks and accounts in any unit of the hospital at any time
• To promote the sustenance, timely and effective application of GIFMIS in the procurement and financial operations of the hospital
• Responsible for the financial information management system of the hospital

Qualification Required & Experience

• Must be a Chartered Accountant with masters in financial management
• Must have a minimum of 15 years relevant experience, 5 years of which must be in a senior management position
• A broad knowledge have and experience of health sector policies and operational procedures
• Knowledge in coordinating and implementing research and development programs
• Experience in project financing, planning and appraisal
• Evidence of leadership and continuing professional development and training

Location: Kumasi

Mode of Application

Interested persons are to submit their application letters together with (1) detailed CV, (ii) names of three referees (who will be willing to provide confidential report on you) and (iii) a maximum of 3-page vision Statement (not exceeding 1200 words) for the position applied for

Applications should reach the address below:

The Chief Executive
Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital
P.Box 1934
Kumasi