British Council Recruitment 2023 – Recruitment Portal

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Are you a Ghanaian who has been looking for an opportunity to get recruited in the upcoming British Council Recruitment and yet you are still not sure on how to start? This Portal is Basically made for you. We will be of help by directing you to the process and method of application, All you need to do is to follow the guidelines.

They invited applications from a suitably qualified Ghanaian for the 2023/2024 British Council recruitment exercise.  INTERESTED AND SUITABLY QUALIFIED members of the public can apply for any of the positions available at the British Council.

Therefore, all Interested and qualified applicants must be Ghanaian citizens by birth with no criminal record. Possess a first Degree, not below a Second Class Lower from an accredited university in a related field. … Age of 21 and not more than 35 years by 31st December 2023.

British Council Recruitment 2023/2024

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1. Job Title: Accountant – Ghana and Cameroon

The British Council builds connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and other countries through arts and culture, education and the English language.

 

We work in two ways – directly with individuals to transform their lives, and with governments and partners to make a bigger difference for the longer term, creating benefit for millions of people all over the world. We help young people to gain the skills, confidence and connections they are looking for to realise their potential and to participate in strong and inclusive communities. We support them to learn English, to get a high-quality education and to gain internationally recognised qualifications. Our work in arts and culture stimulates creative expression and exchange and nurtures creative enterprise. We connect the best of the UK with the world and the best of the world with the UK.

 

These connections lead to an understanding of each other’s strengths and of the challenges and values that we share. This builds trust between people in the UK and other nations which endures even when official relations may be strained. We work on the ground in more than 100 countries. In 2023-20 we connected with 80 million people directly and with 791 million overall, including online and through our broadcasts and publications.

 

 

Accountant – Ghana and Cameroon
Pay band: 4/H

Post Location: Accra, Ghana

Department: Finance

Contract type: Locally Engaged

Duration: 1- Year Fixed Term Contract (with possible of renewal)     

 

 

Role Purpose:

 

The post holder will be responsible for the end-to-end accounting process in Ghana and Cameroon including month, quarter, and year end close. The role holder will ensure consistent, accurate and robust financial accounting experience in line with generally accepted accounting principles and corporate policies. This is a supporting role in the Financial Controlling and Accounting process.

 

Main opportunities / challenges for this role:

The Accountant Ghana will:

• complete all financial tasks required as part of the period end closing activities, supporting the Senior Accountants, budget managers and SBU leads on accurate and complete financial close process.
• provide support as required on accounting transactions and adjustments (accruals, deferrals, and provisions), including Intercompany accounting.
• responsible for reviewing and scanning of invoices within the delegated Category and thresholds, ensuring invoices are supported by relevant supporting documentation.
• be responsible for the processing of approved off system payment and refund requests, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant policies.
• assist with reconciliation of all relevant accounts and ensure that this is completed to corporate standards.
• assist Senior Accountant with preparation of local tax submissions and other statutory returns i.e. Working on remittances of VAT, PAYE, WHT and Social Security deductions monthly.
• Work with regional and functional team to contribute to ensuring policies, procedures and systems are delivered with integrity.
• Work closely and effectively as part of the regional and global finance teams.

 

 

Requirements
Essential:

• Fluency in written and spoken English (Shortlisted candidates will either demonstrate they have met the required standard through presentation of an agreed English language certificate or will be required to take the APTIS test and demonstrate a B1 level of English proficiency).
• HND Accounting/BSc. Accounting, or bachelor’s degree in finance-related areas.

 

Desirable:

• Fully qualified with a recognised accounting board, e.g. ACCA, ACA etc
• Experience working with SAP
• Experience of same role in a non-for-profit sector.

 

Role Specific Skills

Required candidate will need to possess:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in an active and challenging accounting environment with proven and demonstrable technical accounting skills
• Above average user of Microsoft Excel
• Experience of an ERP system.
• Highly organised and deadline oriented.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

 

 

Core Skills:
Analysing Data and Problems: Breaks down problems into a list of tasks to be done and decides on appropriate action.

 

Communicating and Influencing: Displays good listening, writing, and speaking skills, setting out logical arguments clearly and adapting language and form of communication to meet the needs of different people/audiences.

 

Managing risks: Demonstrates understanding of risk management policies and procedures and record of following them.

 

Planning and Organising: Able to plan own work over short timescales for routine or familiar tasks and processes.

 

Financial Reporting and Compliance: Understand and apply general compliance standards. Understand core elements of financial statements and reports.

 

Professional Accounting Standards: Apply accounting principles to accurately record financial transactions and maintain appropriate supporting documentation.

 

Transactional Accounting and Closing: Understand and apply the British Council’s accounting practices. Understand and apply account reconciliations.

How to Apply

Submit your CV and Application on Company Website : Click Here

Closing Date : 9th Sept. 2023

CAUTION: Candidates who wants to Apply for this Recruitment should be very sensitive and careful, We advise that Candidates should visit the Recruitment PORTAL or WEBSITE and follow the Steps outlined for Application. DO NOT GIVE MONEY to any agent proving to get you Recruited Please take Note.

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Few things to know before Apply for British Council Recruitment 2023

To apply for the British Council Recruitment Recruitment 2023. Below is what you need to know:

• Make sure you confirm the deadline of any advertised position before submitting an application.
• Make sure you meet all minimum British Council Recruitment Recruitment requirements and possess any required document before submitting an application.
• Follow the details on each individual position to apply.