Accountant - CFL Global Partners

Job Title: Accountant

Department: Finance & Accounts

Industry: Water & Drinks Production

Location: Kumasi

Reports To: Finance Manager / Managing Director

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: Gross GHS 6,000 - GHS 8,000

Application Deadline: 13th March 2026

Job Summary

The accountant will be responsible for managing the company's financial records, controlling production-related costs, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and maintaining compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. The role supports management decision-making by providing timely and reliable financial information for the water and beverage production operations.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Financial Accounting & Reporting

1. Maintain accurate accounting records, including journals, ledgers, and financial statements
2. Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
3. Perform bank reconciliations and cash flow monitoring
4. Manage accounts payable and receivable
5. Production & Cost Accounting
6. Monitor and record production costs, including raw materials, packaging, labour, utilities, and overheads
7. Conduct cost analysis for water, drinks and spices production
8. Support pricing decisions by providing cost and margin analysis
9. Track wastage, spoilage, and variances in production inputs

Inventory & Stock Management

1. Maintain accurate records of raw materials, packaging, and finished goods
2. Reconcile physical stock with accounting records
3. Support periodic stock counts and inventory audits

Taxation & Compliance

1. Prepare and file tax returns, statutory deductions, and regulatory reports
2. Ensure compliance with Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) requirements and other relevant authorities
3. Support internal and external audits by providing required financial documentation on tax

Budgeting & Financial Control

1. Supervise the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts
2. Monitor budget performance and report variances
3. Support management in cost control and financial planning

Qualifications and Experience

1. Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
2. Professional qualification (ACCA, ICA Ghana, CIMA, CPA or equivalent) is an added advantage
3. Minimum of 2-5 years accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing or FMCG environment
4. Experience with accounting software and ERP systems
5. Good knowledge of Excel and financial analysis tools

Skills and Competencies

1. Strong understanding of manufacturing and cost accounting
2. High accuracy and attention to detail
3. Ability to analyse production costs and financial data
4. Integrity and ability to handle confidential financial information
5. Good communication and teamwork skills
6. Ability to work under pressure and meet reporting deadlines

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

1. Accuracy and timeliness of financial and management reports
2. Effective control of production and operational costs
3. Compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements
4.  Inventory accuracy and reduction of wastage
5. Successful audit outcomes

Working Conditions

1. Office-based with regular interaction with production and stores departments
2. May require additional hours during stock counts, audits, or month-end reporting

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