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Stir Education is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of education in underserved communities by empowering teachers and fostering innovative teaching practices. With a strong reputation for delivering impactful educational programs, Stir Education is recognized for its data-driven approach and its commitment to long-term educational reform. The organization values collaboration, inclusion, and continuous learning, offering employees a supportive and flexible work environment that encourages personal and professional growth. Stir Education actively recruits passionate individuals who share its vision of educational equity, with job opportunities spanning various regions and offering flexible work arrangements.
Since its inception, Stir Education has evolved from a small-scale initiative to a leader in educational development, expanding its reach to various countries and impacting thousands of educators and students. The organization’s business model focuses on scalable and sustainable solutions, leveraging technology and partnerships to amplify its impact. Stir Education’s core values of empowerment, innovation, and inclusivity guide its mission to create educational systems where every student has the opportunity to succeed. Through its corporate social responsibility efforts, the organization invests in community-based educational projects and works to bridge the education gap for marginalized populations. For more information, visit www.stireducation.org.
Kampala, Uganda
Full-time
Finance Manager - Uganda job at STiR Education
Stir Education
We are an international NGO that supports education systems to reignite intrinsic motivation so that every child, teacher and official is motivated to learn and improve. We believe that education systems today must prepare every child, everywhere, to thrive in an increasingly complex world.
Our vision of is a world where teachers love teaching and children love learning. Since 2012, we have reached 200,000 teachers and 6 million children across more than 100 districts in India and Uganda
Ensuring Integrity of the Financial Information and Reports is maintained at all times
Ensure Financial Information is timely updated in the ERP Accounting Software
Ensure monthly review of accounts and timely submission of budget tracking reports. Working closely with the programme teams to seek explanation for the budget variance report
Ensuring Safety of Organisational Resources (Financial & Non-Financial) in as far as is applicable is maintained at all times
Ensuring effective and efficient service delivery to relevant stakeholders with in the position’s mandate
Liaise with the Principal Head of Finance or any other Designate to respond to all Funder /Donor requirements
Exhibit and Uphold STiR Values at all times
PAYMENTS PROCESSING (VENDOR PAYMENTS, OPERATIONAL SUPPORT ETC)
Review all payments to ensure they are appropriately supported before they are made
Ensure that contract payments are made in accordance to the contract terms
Ensure accuracy of all vendor invoices supporting payment requests
Ensure that all Advances are well Monitored to ensure accurate and timely retirement
Advance Age analysis, monitoring, reporting and be well accounted for.
CASH AND BANK MANAGEMENT.
Ensure Appropriate Receipting of all organisational Incomes
Ensure Timely and accurate Bank Reconciliations
Ensure Intact and Timely Banking of all cash resources
Minimize cash transactions and shift to e money platforms
TAX AND REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
Liaise with the Principal Associate Head of Finance to ensure full Tax compliance in accordance to the Laws and Regulations of the Republic of Uganda e.g. The Withholding Tax, Payroll Taxes, Income Tax, Stamp duty etc.
Maintain a compliance Log (Risk Matrix) of all regulatory requirements and ensure full compliance at all times
GOVERNANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervise the Finance Executives to ensure Finance and STiR objectives are achieved
Facilitate all audits and reviews of the in country operations and ensure all audit/review recommendations are timely and appropriately actioned
Finance Manager
Ensure that all third party contract terms and conditions are fulfilled at all times e.g. Rent contracts, Insurance etc.
Facilitate training sessions of the programme team on financial policies and ensure that financial procedures are functioning properly at all times
Ensure compliance to relevant laws and regulations applicable in country
General Ledger Reconciliations and forward management to the Principal Head of Finance for timely and appropriate closure of any issues arising
SERVICES
COMMERCIAL
SERVICES
INDUSTRIAL
SERVICES
RESIDENTIAL
Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or Business related course
Possession of a Master’s Degree in Accounting or Business related course
At least level 3 of CPA (U) or ACCA is highly Recommended
Relevant work experience of 5 years
Strong identification with STIR values
Excellent interpersonal and people management skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
Personal commitment to excellence and quality
Close attention to detail, organised and ability to stick to deadlines and work under pressure
Honesty and integrity
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Strong planning and project management skills
Ability to learn and adapt rapidly based on feedback and new information, as well as the ability to communicate this succinctly
Ability to work across functions and collaborate effectively
Experience of working in Finance & Administration preferably in the development sector
Ability to work cross cultures and to coordinate and manage work in different countries and from a distance
REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS
A salary of UGX 5,531,336 per month (66,376,032 per annum) will be paid for your service subject to relevant taxes at source) along with Medical Insurance for yourself, spouse and up to two children.
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