Upper West Akim
District Assembly

Upper West Akim
District Assembly

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Finance

The Finance Department leads in the management and use of financial resources to achieve value for money.

The Finance Department advices management on the Financial Administration Act, Internal Audit Agency Act, Procurement Act, and any other financial regulations approved by the Government and by doing so ensures the maintenance of proper accounts.

It directs and controls financial management in line with public sector accounting principles thereby safeguarding of the Assembly’s assets.

Services

The Finance Department handles revenue mobilization, contractor certifications, business permits, and other financial services for the district.

PROCESSING TIME: One (1) Day

Requirements:

  • Application letter
  • Building permit (if operating in a container/kiosk)
  • Payment of required fees
  • Valid business registration documents

Process:

  • Submit application letter
  • Provide all required documentation
  • Pay the approved fees
  • Issuance of Business Operating Permit

PROCESSING TIME: One (1) Day

Requirements:

  • Application letter on Company’s letterhead
  • Submission of Registrar General’s Certificate
  • Works & Housing Certificate (where applicable)
  • GRA Certificates
  • GRA Tax Identification Number (TIN)
  • Account Details:
    • Account Name
    • Bank Name
    • Branch
    • Account Number
  • Payment of approved fees

Process:

  • Submit application on company letterhead
  • Provide all required certificates and documents
  • Submit complete bank account details
  • Pay the approved fees
  • Certificate issued same day

Types of Revenue Collected:

  • Property Rates
  • Business Operating Permits
  • Basic Rates
  • Market Tolls
  • Lorry Park Fees
  • Building Permit Fees
  • Other Assembly fees and charges

Payment Guidelines:

  • All payments attract official receipts
  • Receipts must be collected and kept for records
  • Courteous revenue collectors with tags visit daily
  • Payments can be made at Assembly office or through collectors
Important: Always demand and collect official receipts for all payments made. Report any collector who refuses to issue receipts.
  • Revenue mobilization and collection
  • Fixing of rates and fees (annual resolution)
  • Budget preparation and execution
  • Financial reporting and accountability
  • Payment processing for contractors and suppliers
  • Grant management and disbursement

The Finance Department operates under:

  • Public Financial Management Act, 2016 (Act 921)
  • Local Governance Act, 2016 (Act 936)
  • Public Procurement Act, 2016 (Act 914)
  • Annual Fee Fixing Resolution of the Assembly

FEES: Based on Assembly’s Annual Fee Fixing Resolution

CONTACT: District Finance Officer – 0540714964

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