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Kampala, Uganda
Full Time
About the Organisation
SNV is a not-for-profit international development organization that applies practical know-how to make a lasting difference in the lives of people living in poverty. We use our extensive and long-term in-country presence to apply and adapt our top-notch expertise in agriculture, energy, and water to local contexts. SNV has over 1,600 staff in more than 20 countries in Asia, Africa, and Latin America. We are proud to be a not-for-profit organization that uses project financing to implement our mission. This requires us to work efficiently and to invest in operational excellence.
In its new Strategic Plan period (2022-2030), SNV will aim to deepen partnerships with financial institutions, governments, and private sector to expand our impact driven finance portfolio. We will continue to position ourselves as a premium organization and invest in making knowledge flow to and from the frontline and catalyse partnerships that transform the agri-food, energy and water systems which enable sustainable and more equitable lives for all.
SNV is an international development organisation that applies practical know-how to make a lasting difference in the lives of people living in poverty. We use our extensive and long-term in-country presence to apply and adapt our expertise in agriculture, energy and WASH to local contexts. SNV has annual revenues of over €120 million, and 1300 staff working in 25 countries across Asia, Africa and Latin America. We are proud to be a not-for-profit organisation that uses project financing to implement our mission.
Job Title
Country Finance Assistant job at SNV
SNV
Job Description
Job Title: Country Finance Assistant
Organisation: SNV
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
The Country Finance Assistant will validate cash transactions, ensure timely provision of cash accounting services consistent with accounting procedures, support timely cash requests and ensure proper capture of all financial transactions in the financial and banking systems in line with SNV and donor regulations.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Prepare both daily and monthly bank reconciliations for all accounts held by SNV-Uganda.
Administrate petty cash for country office and field offices.
Maintain the filing system of SNV- Uganda’s Treasury, AP and AR financial documents on a weekly basis.
Monitor commitments liquidations.
Prepare and monitor withholding tax, PAYE, LST, VAT, WHT account for suppliers & employees and reconcile accordingly.
Enter all payment invoices in the financial system accurately and pay within the stipulated time.
Record and maintain a log of all documents processed by the Treasury, AP and AR department.
Create new suppliers into the SNV’s Master data management system.
Support in all audit assignments by providing all requested documents.
Support the Country Finance Officer – Treasury in updating the cash flow management template.
Provide support in preparing various financial reports in SAP.
Comply with established internal control practices and procedures to ensure proper management of financial transactions.
Support in preparation of payments for review and posting by the Country Finance Officer – Treasury.
Maintain and monitor a tracker for all consultant payments.
Prepare journals for review by the Country Finance Officer.
Assist the Country Finance Officer in all month-end close processes.
Monitor and reconciliate the accruals & prepayments accounts

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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Commerce (Accounting/Finance Option), Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Business Management or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
A minimum of 4 years of professional experience in finance engagement
In the process of pursuing the Certified Public Accountants of Uganda (ICPAU) Examination or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
Experience in filing returns
Knowledge and understanding of financial systems. Knowledge and understanding of SAP is an added advantage.
Good Excel skills.
Proactive individual focused on system and reporting improvements.
Ability to complete tasks while maintaining all confidentiality requirements.
How to Apply
If you believe that your credentials meet the outlined profile, we invite you to apply by uploading your CV and motivation letter in English at the Apply Button below.
Deadline: 16th January 2025