The Role
The Finance Officer will manage payroll, prepare financial reports, handle invoicing and collections, and ensure compliance with regulations in a remote setting.
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About Us
People and Partners Group is a leading Human Resources Management firm, connecting top-tier talent with
innovative companies across Africa, the Middle East, the US, the UK, and India—including Fortune 100 clients. We
drive scale, innovation, and business growth through expert talent acquisition and retention strategies. Guided by
Fair Play, Energy, Partnership, and Impact, we’re committed to transparency, accountability, and delivering
measurable results—all from an almost 100% remote work environment. Join us in shaping how companies serve
the world.
Role Summary
We’re seeking a skilled Finance Officer to join our team full-time, working remotely from Ghana.
Reporting to the Managing Director, you will oversee payroll operations, ensure accurate financial reporting, and
drive timely invoicing and collections. This role is essential to supporting our performance-driven global business,
requiring a proactive professional who excels in a remote setting with precision, strong Excel skills, and a focus on
financial efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Payroll Management:
- Process payroll accurately and on time for all staff, ensuring compliance with company policies
and Ghanaian regulations.
- Maintain digital payroll records, remit taxes and government contributions, and resolve
discrepancies promptly.
Financial Reporting:
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (e.g., balance sheets, income
statements) with meticulous detail using Zoho Books or similar platforms.
- Deliver internal financial reports to the Managing Director, including budget-to-actual expenditure
analysis, leveraging advanced Excel tools.
Invoicing and Collections:
- Ensure timely and accurate preparation and issuance of invoices to clients, maintaining
consistency with agreed terms.
- Monitor and follow up on collections, tracking overdue payments and coordinating with clients to
ensure prompt settlement.
Accounting Operations:
- Record and reconcile daily financial transactions in Zoho Books or equivalent, ensuring
completeness and accuracy.
- Manage accounts payable digitally, process invoices, and ensure timely payments to vendors and
payees.
- Track bank deposits, payments, and incoming wire transfers, reporting issues immediately via
established remote channels.
Compliance and Audits:
- Ensure adherence to tax laws, financial regulations, and internal controls, preparing electronic
submissions for local authorities.
- Participate in financial audits remotely, maintaining organized digital documentation.
Budget Support:
- Assist in preparing budgets and forecasts, using Excel to analyze and update financial data for
decision-making.
Collaboration:
- Engage with the operations team and other departments via virtual platforms to align financial
processes—including invoicing and collections—with business goals, maintaining clear and
professional communication.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. Professional qualification (e.g., CA, ACCA,
ICAG) required; ongoing Level 3 candidates will be considered.
- Minimum 3 years managing payroll, financial accounting, and invoicing/collections in a fast-paced, preferably remote business, based in Ghana.
- Proven ability to handle full-cycle accounting, including reconciliation, reporting, and debt
recovery, in a digital environment.
- Proficiency in Zoho Books or similar accounting platforms (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero).
- Strong Excel skills, including advanced functions (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP, macros),
essential for reporting, budgeting, and tracking collections.
- Solid knowledge of financial regulations, tax compliance, and accounting procedures in Ghana.
- Excellent analytical, numerical, and time management skills, with a track record of meeting
deadlines remotely.
- Detail-oriented with a sharp eye for accuracy and error prevention, particularly in invoicing and
financial data.
- Ethical and trustworthy, adept at managing confidential data securely online.
- Strong communicator, fluent in written and spoken English (additional languages a plus),
comfortable in remote interactions and client follow-ups.
Our Culture
At People and Partners Group, we foster a remote-first environment of professional growth, integrity, and
inclusivity.
We value:
- Fair Play: Leading with transparency and trust, even across time zones.
- Energy: Bringing passion and commitment to every virtual task.
- Partnership: Collaborating for shared success through digital teamwork.
- Impact: Driving transformation that matters, wherever you log in from.
Why Join Us?
- Thrive in a global, remote firm shaping talent solutions for industry leaders.
- Grow within a team that values accountability and measurable results, with the flexibility of working from
anywhere in Ghana.
- Competitive salary and a supportive virtual work environment.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
- Professional qualification (CA, ACCA, ICAG) or ongoing Level 3 candidates
- Minimum 3 years managing payroll and financial accounting
- Proficiency in Zoho Books or similar accounting platforms
- Strong Excel skills including advanced functions
- Solid knowledge of financial regulations in Ghana
- Excellent analytical and time management skills
- Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy
- Strong communicator in English
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The Company
What We Do
People & Partners Group is a Human Resources Management firm that provides a comprehensive range of HR solutions, acting as a strategic partner to connect job seekers with career opportunities and source talent for clients.
