Finance OfficerNew!

• Maintain accurate accounting records, coding transactions to the right project, budget line, funding source and period.
• Process and record accounts payable, staff advances, expense claims and deposits with complete supporting documentation.
• Support timely processing of approved supplier, consultant and staff payments.
• Prepare journal entries, accruals and prepayments with orderly supporting schedules.
• Perform bank, cash, staff advance, accounts payable and payroll liability reconciliations.
• Support monthly, quarterly and year-end closing and financial reporting.
• Support budget preparation, forecasts and budget-versus-actual analysis and flag variances.
• Support payroll administration, statutory deductions and tax remittances.
• Prepare routine financial reports and expenditure analyses for management and programme teams.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field; CPA or ACCA progress is an advantage.
• At least 5 years' relevant experience in a finance or accounting role, preferably in an international NGO or donor-funded programme.
• Working knowledge of GAAP, bookkeeping, financial reporting and internal controls.
• Practical experience with an accounting system, preferably QuickBooks, and strong Excel skills.
• Knowledge of Uganda's statutory tax and payroll requirements including PAYE, withholding tax, VAT and NSSF.

Skills & Competencies:

• High accuracy, integrity and attention to detail.
• Budget monitoring and variance analysis.
• Clear communication of financial information to non-finance colleagues.
• Organisation and ability to meet reporting deadlines.