Finance Manager – Uganda Red Cross Society (URCS)

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Uganda
Red Cross Society (URCS)
is the country’s leading National Humanitarian Organization and member of the
International Red Cross Red Crescent Movement. Applications from suitable
persons to be considered I appointment in the outlined positions are hereby
invited. All applicants should adhere to the Red Cross Principles. URCS is an
equal opportunities employer mindful of gender balance in its establishment.
Title: Finance Manager (2 Positions)
Grade: UR4.1
Reports to: Assistant Director,
Finance
Location: Kampala and Hoima
Duration: Three Years
Job
Summary:The Finance Manager
is responsible for transaction recording and generation of information used for
periodic reporting, in line with IFRS. This is a senior position, responsible
for maintaining appropriate accounting principles, practices and procedures to
ensure accurate financial reports are delivered within tight deadlines.

Specific
Responsibilities include but not limited to:

  • Supervises transaction accounting for fixed assets, payables, revenue,
    receivables, and inventory and managing the capitalization of work in progress
    within the region.
  • Supports budget and forecasting activities.
  • Ensures that all accountabilities from the region are correct and they come in
    timely.
  • Monitors work in the finance directorate to ensure efficient procedures and use
    of resources.
  • Responds to inquiries regarding financial transactions and special reporting
    requests.
  • Provides mentoring and training to new and existing staff as needed to enhance
    professional development.
  • Supports the Director with special assignments, external audit and workflow
    process improvements.
Minimum
qualifications and working experience:

  • Qualified Accountant (ACCA, CIMA, CPA). Honors Degree in Accounting, Business
    Administration (Finance), Commerce, Statistics or associated discipline.
  • More than three years
    prior supervisory experience in the areas of financial accounting and reporting
    gained in a professional practice.
  • Proficiency in MS
    office is essential.
  • Experience in
    NAVISION Systems Accounting Package is added advantage.
  • Strong interpersonal,
    supervisory, customer service and communication skills.
  • Ability to
    multi-task, work under pressure and meet deadlines.
  • Strong working
    knowledge of IFRS is essential.
  • Familiarity with the
    rules and regulations governing USAID funding is an added advantage.
How
to apply:
Applications with
copies of Curriculum Vitae, names of three professional referees, copies of
certified academic certifications, telephone contact should be submitted to:
The Secretary General, Uganda Red Cross Society, P.O. Box 494, Rubaga Road Plot
551/555, Kampala, Uganda. Closing date for receipt of the applications is Friday 15th June 2012 at 5.00 pm. Due
to large volumes of applications; only short listed candidates shall be
contacted. If you do not hear fin us within two weeks from the closing date of
receipt of applications, consider your application unsuccessful. Canvassing
shall lead to automatic disqualification.

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