The Cross-Cultural Foundation of Uganda (CCFU) is hiring a Finance Assistant with a minimum of 3 years of experience in accounting and financial management to support the national railway museum. The role involves processing transactions, maintaining accurate financial records, preparing budgets, and ensuring compliance with organizational and donor procedures. The position is based in Jinja and supports the preservation and promotion of Uganda’s railway heritage.
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Finance Assistant
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The Cross-Cultural Foundation of Uganda (CCFU)
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Description (Public)
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Key Duties and Responsibilities:Financial Management
- Maintain accurate accounting records and books of accounts.
- Process and record all financial transactions in accordance with accounting standards and organizational policies.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.
- Monitor cash flow and ensure adequate liquidity for museum operations.
- Reconcile bank accounts and other financial records regularly.
- Preparation annual budgets and financial forecasts for the Museum
- Monitor budget performance and provide variance analysis reports.
- Advise management on financial implications of operational decisions.
- Manage revenue generated from museum entrance fees, exhibitions, events, donations, grants, and merchandise sales. And share daily sales records with the Senior Finance and Administration Officer
- Ensure timely collection and proper recording of all revenues.
- Maintain accurate records of receivables and follow up on outstanding balances.
- Verify and process supplier invoices and staff reimbursements.
- Ensure expenditures are properly authorized and supported by documentation.
- Maintain effective internal controls to safeguard museum assets.
- Ensure compliance with applicable tax laws, financial regulations, and organizational policies.
- Prepare statutory returns and facilitate timely tax payments.
- Work with the Senior Finance and Administration Officer to coordinate internal and external audits and implement audit recommendations.
- Maintain an updated fixed asset register.
- Monitor acquisition, depreciation, and disposal of museum assets.
- Support periodic inventory and asset verification exercises.
- Prepare management reports and financial performance analyses.
- Maintain secure and organized financial records.
- Provide financial information required by management, donors, and other stakeholders.
- Participate in procurement and contract management processes as required.
- Participate in Museum Advisory meetings
- Participate in all office weekly internal meetings
- Support fundraising, grant management, and special projects.
- Perform any other duties assigned by management.
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Person Specifications / Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration (Accounting Option), or a related field.
- Professional accounting qualification such as CPA (U), ACCA, or equivalent is an added advantage.
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in accounting or financial management.
- Experience working in a museum, cultural institution, NGO, government agency, or heritage organization is an added advantage.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
- Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
- Knowledge of Ugandan tax regulations and statutory compliance requirements.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- High level of integrity, accountability, and attention to detail.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
Application status
This is an archived notice. Applications through this advert are closed.
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