Senior Accountant (US GAAP) at Buwelo Ghana

Description

Senior Accountant (US GAAP)

Company: Buwelo Ghana
Location: Accra, Ghana
Employment Type: Full-Time

About Buwelo Ghana

Buwelo Ghana is part of a global business services environment focused on delivering efficient, reliable and high-quality operational support to international clients.

The organisation values professionalism, accountability, innovation and operational excellence. Through its commitment to strong business processes and financial discipline, Buwelo supports organisations in achieving their strategic and operational objectives.

Buwelo Ghana is seeking an experienced accounting professional with strong US GAAP expertise to strengthen its finance function and support accurate financial reporting and compliance.

About the Role

Are you an accomplished accounting professional with extensive experience applying US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP)?

Buwelo Ghana is looking for a highly analytical, detail-oriented and results-driven professional to join its team in Accra as a Senior Accountant (US GAAP).

In this role, you will oversee key accounting activities, manage financial reporting processes and ensure accurate application of US GAAP across the organisation’s financial operations.

You will take ownership of month-end closing, revenue recognition, rebate accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable and cash management processes. You will also coordinate audits independently, maintain strong financial controls and provide reliable financial information to senior leadership.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong technical accounting expertise, excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently while collaborating with international finance teams.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Reporting and US GAAP Compliance

• Apply US GAAP principles consistently across financial transactions and reporting activities.
• Prepare, review and maintain accurate financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Ensure proper accounting treatment for revenue, rebates and other financial transactions.
• Interpret accounting standards and apply them to complex financial reporting matters.
• Maintain accurate general ledger records and supporting documentation.
• Identify accounting discrepancies and implement appropriate corrective measures.
• Ensure financial reporting processes meet established standards and deadlines.

2. Revenue Recognition and Rebate Accounting

• Manage revenue recognition activities in accordance with applicable US GAAP requirements.
• Review revenue transactions and ensure accurate recognition in the appropriate accounting periods.
• Oversee rebate accounting and ensure accurate calculation, recording and reconciliation of rebate transactions.
• Analyse revenue trends and investigate unusual fluctuations or discrepancies.
• Maintain supporting documentation for revenue and rebate-related transactions.
• Ensure appropriate accounting controls support revenue accuracy and completeness.

3. Month-End and Financial Close Management

• Lead and coordinate the month-end closing process.
• Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, adjustments and reconciliations.
• Ensure timely completion of financial close activities.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in financial accounts.
• Review balance sheet accounts and ensure supporting schedules remain accurate.
• Identify opportunities to streamline closing procedures and improve reporting efficiency.
• Deliver accurate financial information within established reporting timelines.

4. Cash Management and Working Capital

• Monitor cash transactions and support effective cash management processes.
• Review cash balances, bank reconciliations and related financial records.
• Monitor accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Ensure accurate recording and reconciliation of customer and supplier transactions.
• Identify outstanding balances and follow up on discrepancies.
• Support effective working capital management and financial control.

5. Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable

• Oversee the accurate processing and recording of supplier invoices and payments.
• Review accounts payable transactions and ensure compliance with established procedures.
• Monitor customer balances and support timely collection of receivables.
• Reconcile vendor and customer accounts.
• Investigate payment discrepancies and resolve outstanding account issues.
• Maintain accurate supporting documentation for all transactions.

6. Audit Management and Internal Controls

• Independently coordinate and manage financial audit activities.
• Prepare audit schedules, supporting documents and financial reconciliations.
• Respond to audit queries and provide accurate financial information.
• Work with internal and external auditors to facilitate efficient audit processes.
• Identify weaknesses in accounting procedures and recommend improvements.
• Strengthen internal financial controls and promote compliance with accounting policies.
• Ensure audit findings receive appropriate attention and corrective action.

7. Accounting Systems and Financial Technology

• Use NetSuite to manage accounting records, financial transactions and reporting activities.
• Utilise Rippling and Ramp to support relevant finance and operational processes.
• Maintain accurate financial data across accounting systems.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows through technology.
• Support system-related reconciliations and financial reporting accuracy.
• Ensure proper documentation and consistency across financial platforms.

8. Management Reporting and Stakeholder Communication

• Prepare financial reports and management summaries for senior leadership.
• Present accounting findings and financial information clearly to C-suite executives.
• Communicate complex accounting matters in a professional and understandable manner.
• Collaborate with international finance teams and other business stakeholders.
• Provide insights that support financial planning and business decision-making.
• Maintain timely and effective communication across different time zones.

Experience and Technical Requirements

To qualify for this opportunity, applicants must demonstrate:

• Extensive practical experience applying US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP).
• Strong technical knowledge of rebate accounting and revenue recognition.
• Demonstrated experience managing month-end financial closing processes.
• Practical experience handling cash management, accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Proven ability to manage financial audits independently and work with limited supervision.
• Hands-on experience using NetSuite, Rippling and Ramp.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, reconciliations and internal controls.
• Excellent written and spoken English communication skills.
• The ability to communicate financial matters effectively with C-suite executives.
• Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of professional integrity.

Working Hours and Availability

This position requires flexibility to support international business operations.

The successful candidate must:

• Be available to work flexible hours.
• Maintain at least five (5) hours of working-time overlap with US Eastern Time (ET).
• Coordinate effectively with international finance teams.
• Meet financial reporting deadlines across different time zones.
• Demonstrate reliability and accountability when working independently.

Key Competencies and Personal Attributes

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Advanced technical accounting and financial reporting expertise.
• Strong knowledge and practical application of US GAAP.
• Excellent analytical and numerical abilities.
• Strong audit management and financial control skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities.
• Professional integrity, confidentiality and accountability.
• Adaptability and the ability to work in a fast-paced international business environment.

Why Join Buwelo Ghana?

This is an excellent opportunity to advance your accounting career within an international business environment.

At Buwelo Ghana, you will have the opportunity to:

• Apply advanced US GAAP expertise in a professional finance environment.
• Work with international finance teams and senior business leaders.
• Take ownership of important financial reporting and accounting processes.
• Strengthen your experience in revenue recognition, rebate accounting and audit management.
• Work with established financial systems, including NetSuite, Rippling and Ramp.
• Contribute to improved financial controls and operational efficiency.

How to Apply

Apply online by clicking the application button.

Application Deadline: 30 November 2026

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