Finance Manager job at Swisscontact Uganda | Apply Now

Scope of Work:

i) Financial Management:

• Develop, manage, and monitor budgets, financial forecasts, and donor financial reports.

• Ensure compliance with donor guidelines, internal policies, and statutory regulations.

• Supervise financial accounting, reporting, and audits, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

• Strengthen internal controls, financial systems, and compliance frameworks.

ii) Administration and Logistics:

• Oversee administrative functions, including procurement, office management, and asset tracking.

• Supervise logistics operations, including supply chain management and vendor relationships, to support program implementation.

• Establish and implement operational policies and procedures to enhance efficiency and transparency.

iii) Operations Support:

• Assist the Head of Operations and Finance in developing and implementing operational strategies.

• Work closely with program teams to align financial and operational support with project goals.

• Provide mentorship, training, and capacity building to finance and administrative staff.

iv) Risk and Compliance Management:

• Identify, assess, and mitigate financial and operational risks.

• Ensure compliance with local statutory requirements and donor regulations.

• Manage audits, address audit findings, and implement recommendations to strengthen processes.

v) Human Resources:

• Assist with recruitment and onboarding of staff.

• Manage payroll processes and ensure compliance with labor regulations.

• Develop HR-related policies and oversee the financial aspects of staff training programs.