Financial & Regulatory Reporting Officer

GENERAL JOB INFORMATION
Job Title:                                  Financial & Regulatory Reporting Officer
Organization/ Department:     Finance
Reports to:                               Financial & Regulatory Reporting Manager
Salary Grade/ Band:                 3A

JOB PURPOSE

    Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), regulatory requirements, budget guidelines, and audit standards.
    Maintain robust internal control safeguards and oversee all audit activities within the finance department.
    Manage regulatory reporting to relevant authorities, including the Ghana Free Zone Board, Ghana Revenue Authority and other regulatory bodies.
    Conduct thorough proofing and verification of financial data to ensure accuracy and integrity.

JOB CONTEXT

Provide finance, financial reporting, and regulatory support to eProcess and Ecobank businesses and functions, contributing to the effective execution of the corporate strategy. Ensure the timely, accurate, and consistent delivery of financial and regulatory information to maintain compliance and strengthen the organization’s credibility with regulators and key stakeholders.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Financial and Operational Management

    Prepare accurate accounting entries for supplier invoices and staff expenses.
    Ensure the accuracy and reliability of financial data through thorough proofing of accounts.
    Oversee financial reporting processes to maintain transparency and compliance.
    Ensure timely and up-to-date bank reconciliations.
    Maintain and update the fixed assets register.
    Prepare weekly cash flow statements to support liquidity management.
    Provide timely feedback to internal customers (colleagues, other departments, and business units).
    Ensure compliance with tax regulations and reporting requirements.
    Monitor and enforce adherence to established processes and procedures.
    Actively contribute to financial process improvement initiatives across the organization.
    Execute and participate in additional tasks as requested by the CFO of eProcess.
    Support the Financial & Regulatory Reporting Manager in all aspects of financial management.

Reporting

    Prepare and submit monthly financial reports to the Group Office and eProcess Executive Committee (Exco).
    Manage regulatory reporting to authorities in Ghana.

JOB PROFILE

Experience & Qualifications

    Minimum of 5 years of experience in finance-related roles.
    Strong understanding of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles.
    In-depth knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and International Accounting Standards (IAS).

Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field.
    Professional international accounting certification (e.g., ACCA,) or equivalent qualification.

Skills, Capabilities & Direct attributes

    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
    Results-oriented with a focus on achieving objectives.
    Ability to work diligently and perform effectively under challenging and high-pressure situations.
    Strong, principled, and ethical personality.
    High level of integrity and professionalism.
    Persistence and determination in overcoming obstacles.
    Bilingual proficiency in English and French is an advantage.

“Ecobank is committed to providing equal opportunities to all and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. To this end, we encourage applications from individuals regardless of their nationality, race, gender, age, social class, religion, beliefs, and disability while fully adhering to the local laws and regulations established where Ecobank operates.”