Minimum 3 years managing payroll, financial accounting, and invoicing/collections
Proficiency in Zoho Books or similar accounting platforms
Requirements:
Process payroll accurately and on time for all staff
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
Ensure timely and accurate preparation and issuance of invoices to clients
Record and reconcile daily financial transactions in Zoho Books or equivalent
Job description
About Us
People and Partners Group is a leading Human Resources Management firm, connecting top-tier talent withinnovative companies across Africa, the Middle East, the US, the UK, and India—including Fortune 100 clients. Wedrive scale, innovation, and business growth through expert talent acquisition and retention strategies. Guided byFair Play, Energy, Partnership, and Impact, we’re committed to transparency, accountability, and deliveringmeasurable results—all from an almost 100% remote work environment. Join us in shaping how companies servethe 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, anddrive 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 onfinancial efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Payroll Management:
Process payroll accurately and on time for all staff, ensuring compliance with company policiesand Ghanaian regulations.
Maintain digital payroll records, remit taxes and government contributions, and resolvediscrepancies promptly.
Financial Reporting:
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (e.g., balance sheets, incomestatements) with meticulous detail using Zoho Books or similar platforms.
Deliver internal financial reports to the Managing Director, including budget-to-actual expenditureanalysis, leveraging advanced Excel tools.
Invoicing and Collections:
Ensure timely and accurate preparation and issuance of invoices to clients, maintainingconsistency with agreed terms.
Monitor and follow up on collections, tracking overdue payments and coordinating with clients toensure prompt settlement.
Accounting Operations:
Record and reconcile daily financial transactions in Zoho Books or equivalent, ensuringcompleteness and accuracy.
Manage accounts payable digitally, process invoices, and ensure timely payments to vendors andpayees.
Track bank deposits, payments, and incoming wire transfers, reporting issues immediately viaestablished remote channels.
Compliance and Audits:
Ensure adherence to tax laws, financial regulations, and internal controls, preparing electronicsubmissions 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 fordecision-making.
Collaboration:
Engage with the operations team and other departments via virtual platforms to align financialprocesses—including invoicing and collections—with business goals, maintaining clear andprofessional 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 debtrecovery, 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 meetingdeadlines remotely.
Detail-oriented with a sharp eye for accuracy and error prevention, particularly in invoicing andfinancial 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 CultureAt People and Partners Group, we foster a remote-first environment of professional growth, integrity, andinclusivity.
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 fromanywhere in Ghana.
Competitive salary and a supportive virtual work environment.
