Finance and Administration Officer
Location | Kampala, Uganda |
Date Posted | September 4, 2024 |
Category |
Accounting
Administration Finance Management NGO |
Job Type |
Contract
|
Currency | UGX |
Description
JOB DETAILS:
TPO Uganda is a National humanitarian and Development Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) that has been delivering services to vulnerable communities in Uganda since 1994. This year, 2024, TPO Uganda celebrates 30 years of transforming lives in Uganda and beyond. Our work covers; Mental, Neurological and Substance Use Disorders (MNS); Child Care and Protection; Gender-Based Violence Prevention and Mitigation; HIV/AIDS Prevention, Care and Support; Disaster Risk Prevention and Response; livelihood support; and, Organizational Development and Sustainability.
Over the years, TPO Uganda has grown into a respectable National NGO with a demonstrable track record in up to 46 Districts spread across seven sub-regions as at May 2024.
TPO Uganda is now seeking applications for the following position under the Project; \Uganda Comprehensive Refugee Health Program (RECOP)\"with funding from BPRM-USAID.
Responsibilities
This role is responsible for routine and basic accounting work involving carrying out initial data entry, sorting documents, filing and keeping custody of accounting and financial transaction records. The role supports the Accountant to implement effective and efficient financial controls within the context of the country strategy as well as the finance team objectives, financial regulations, policies and standard operating procedures. The position holder will also be expected to prepare and present reports as per TPO reporting guidelines and schedule.
Core roles and responsibilities related to position
• Financial Reporting
• Cash flow management
• Participate and assist in the TPO's year-end audit- schedules
Personal specifications knowledge and experience
• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance or a relevant field from a recognised university
• Professional accounting qualification desirable
• Quality and relevant experience in finance and accountancy in a in a major organisation
• IT literate and excellent knowledge and skills in using computer-based Accounting systems and Microsoft Excel and Word packages.
• Knowledge of government policies and regulations on financial management and taxation
• Communication skills
• Analytical skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task
• Planning and organizing skills
• Knowledge of statutory and tax regulations