Finance Officer

Department: Finance and Administration
Reports to: Senior Finance Officer
Supervises: None
Location: Kampala, Uganda

Perform any additional duties assigned by the supervisor.

Education & Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Accounting, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in finance or accounting.
• Minimum Experience Level with CPA (U) or equivalent qualification.
• At least 3 years of experience with donor-funded programs, preferably with USAID or CDC-funded projects.
• Knowledge of US government cost accounting standards and procurement procedures.

Key Competencies:

• Proficient in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks), MS Office, and Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and verify invoices for accuracy, completeness, and proper documentation.
• Ensure that all expenditures are budgeted for and have received the necessary approvals.
• Conduct timely tax registration validation and distribute withholding tax certificates as needed.
• Process payment vouchers, checks, and electronic funds transfers (EFT) promptly.
• Monitor and report on expenditures in accordance with approved budgets and work plans.
• Review and validate mobile money requests, ensuring the accuracy of recipient details and activity involvement.
• Follow up on accounts receivable and ensure timely liquidation of staff advances.
• Analyze vehicle log sheets and reconcile fuel statements for project and hired vehicles.
• Maintain both physical and electronic filing systems for accounting documents, ensuring easy retrieval.
• Participate in work plan development, budgeting activities, and ongoing budget tracking.
• Assist in conducting financial and compliance reviews for program activities.
• Support internal audits, donor reviews, and external audits as required.

Please submit your application (a single PDF consisting of a CV, Cover Letter, and academic documents) through the application link below:

https://jobs-jhpiego.icims.com/jobs/6433/finance-officer%28short-term/o29/job

Alternatively, you can access the job posting through the Jhpiego webpage.

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Application deadline: Tuesday, 8th October, 6:00 PM. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and may close earlier.

Jhpiego is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.