The ECOWAS Regional Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERERA) is a specialized Institution of ECOWAS with diplomatic status. Established in 2008, ERERA is primarily for the purpose of formulating rules for the regional electricity market and supervising its functioning within the framework of the West African Power Pool (WAPP).
This constitution of a pool of Experts to be responsible for efficient regulation for the effective launching of its activities, ERERA desires to proceed with the recruitment of qualified and able persons having the capacity to work in teams on complex assignments, conduct studies and prepare technical reports.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced citizens of the Economic Community of West African states (ECOWAS) member states to fill the vacancy position below at the Headquarters of the ECOWAS Regional Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERERA) in Accra. Ghana
Accountant (Administration and Finance Unit) -Ref: ERA/6.
GRADE: P2 (UA 17,971.62 22,359.48)
Duties
Responsible to the, the duties are as follows:
- Performing the daily, weekly and monthly financial activities that are required for the proper preparation of financial statements:
- Oversee and review posting of transactions into the accounting system
- Periodically prepare reports (monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports, etc )
- Ensure bank reconciliation ;
- Supervise the work of subordinates, provide guidance, motivate and mentor staff
- Perform any other related duties assigned by Administrative and Finance Officer
Qualifications/Experiences/Skills
- Minimum of a degree in Finance, Accounting. Economics or Business Administration
- Three (3) years professional experience,
- Possession of a higher degree would be an advantage,
- A part qualification of a formal professional Accounting designation e.g. (CA, ACCA, CIMA etc.) would be an advantage,
- Familiar with all aspects of Financial Accounting Software and conversant with at least one major Accounting Software,
- Exceptional ability to work independently.
- Must be computer literate.
Age
The applicant should not be 50 years old or more at the time of recruitment
Language Requirement
Must be fluent in one of the official languages of ECOWAS Commission, English, French and Portuguese. A working knowledge of another would be an advantage.
Submission
An interested and qualified candidate should submit:
- Cover letter (including his/her motivation for the vacancy);
- Curriculum vitae (candidates must provide at least two references)
- Copy of their credentials
Quoting APPLICATION TO (indicate the post) at the top hand corner of their application to:
The Chairman,
Ecowas Regional Electricity Regulatory Authority (Erera)
Takyi Plaza First Floor Plot 40 Spintex Road
PMB 76 Ministries Post Office
Accra Ghana
TEL: (+233) 021817049 FAX: (+233) 021817050 or By email to erera.arrec@gmail.com
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
The deadline for the receipt of applications is on or before 30th April 2010
Women are encouraged to apply
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