Job Title: Finance Officer
Company: Safeworld
Location: Kampala, Uganda
Application Deadline: 4th November 2024
About the Company:
Safeworld is a non-governmental organization committed to fostering peace, justice, and sustainable development in Uganda and Sudan. They partner with communities and organizations to provide support and resources that improve livelihoods and ensure equitable, transparent systems.
Job Summary:
The Finance Officer will work closely with the Finance Manager and Sudan Finance team to maintain accurate and timely financial records, manage transactions, and provide support in financial control. This role includes financial and administrative support for the Uganda office, bookkeeping, banking, and providing backup support to the Finance Manager.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Process payments for suppliers, staff, and service providers; ensure all documents are referenced and uploaded to SharePoint and SUN System.
- Manage staff payment requests, invoices, and update partner advance status reports.
- Review payment documents to ensure compliance with authorization, match with purchase orders, and stamp for completeness.
- Prepare and submit statutory returns, including income tax, NSIF, and Zakat.
- Conduct monthly reconciliations, including bank reconciliations and intercompany transactions, and upload to SharePoint.
- Review and upload partner liquidations, ensure document completeness, and update partner transfer tracker.
- Handle petty cash management, conduct periodic cash counts, and store cash and valuable documents securely.
- Participate in internal and external audits, respond to queries, and implement audit recommendations.
- Maintain an updated asset register.
- Ensure timesheets are completed, approved, and uploaded monthly.
- Provide finance and administrative support for the Uganda office as directed by the Finance Manager.
Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a similar field.
- Experience in finance with an International NGO or similar environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SUN System).
- Strong attention to detail and trustworthiness.
- Team player with a non-partisan approach and effective communication skills.
- Experience in working with partner organizations, providing training, and managing staff.
- Willingness to travel within Sudan or internationally.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should apply online using the link below:
Join Safeworld to make a meaningful impact on sustainable development and peace in Uganda and Sudan!