Job Title: Finance
Officer
Officer
Organisation: Freedom
House
House
Duty Station: Kampala,
Uganda
Uganda
Reports to: Chief
of Party
of Party
Job Code: 64
About Freedom House:
Freedom House promotes the spread of freedom and democracy around the
world through research, advocacy, and programs that support frontline
activists. We are a leader in
identifying threats to freedom through our highly regarded analytic reports,
including Freedom in the World, Freedom of the Press, Freedom on the Net, and
Nations in Transit. With 13 field
offices and two U.S. offices, we support the right of every individual to be
free.
world through research, advocacy, and programs that support frontline
activists. We are a leader in
identifying threats to freedom through our highly regarded analytic reports,
including Freedom in the World, Freedom of the Press, Freedom on the Net, and
Nations in Transit. With 13 field
offices and two U.S. offices, we support the right of every individual to be
free.
Job Summary: The Finance Officer will technically support a
five-year project to which will influence civil society, the judiciary, and the
media in Uganda. The Finance Officer will be responsible for financial and
administrative functions according to the regulations, policies and procedures
of donors, the Ugandan government and the organization in support of Freedom
House’s programs in the country.
five-year project to which will influence civil society, the judiciary, and the
media in Uganda. The Finance Officer will be responsible for financial and
administrative functions according to the regulations, policies and procedures
of donors, the Ugandan government and the organization in support of Freedom
House’s programs in the country.
Key Duties and
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Serve as the key liaison with Freedom
House headquarters finance and program staff on finance and grant
compliance issues. - Update and maintain the integrity and
ensure accuracy of all financial data including reviewing and posting
entries to General Ledger, Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable. - Work closely with the Senior Grants
Manager, technical specialists, and headquarters program and finance
staff, assist the financial and grant compliance component of sub-grant
programs including assessment of sub-grant applications, assisting in
creation of sub-grant documentation and monitoring of financial reporting. - Carry out financial analysis and prepare
detailed monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports and statements. - Assist with monitoring cash flow and
managing Freedom House’s financial status. - Ensure all accounting records and systems
are in compliance with funder requirements as well as requirements of the
Ugandan government. - Ensure adherence and compliance with
programmatic objectives, financial obligations and reporting requirements
according to grant agreements. - Render support in the preparation of an
annual audit required by local authorities. - Assist with the effective functioning of
the office support systems including negotiations with the landlord,
vendors and other service providers in the most cost effective manner. - Assist with maintaining internal controls
to ensure compliance with financial policies and regulations. - Perform any other duties as assigned by
the Chief of Party.
Qualifications, Skills and
Experience:
Experience:
- The ideal applicant should hold a
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, economics, or related
field. - At least six to eight years’ experience in
grants compliance monitoring. - Possess the ability to communicate
effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. - Computer literacy skills i.e. Proficiency
in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and Word, and Quickbooks. - Past experience working with NGO
accounting in a fast paced finance department. - Prior experience working with the
financial and grant compliance aspect of sub-grant programs. - Past exposure and experience mentoring
local organizations to build their financial and organizational capacity
strongly preferred. - Working knowledge of Ugandan accounting
and financial laws. - Knowledge of USG financial and reporting
requirements. - Knowledge of all accounting principles,
GAAP, and automated accounting systems. - Ability to analyze financial information
efficiently and accurately. - Ability to effectively write reports,
maintain documentation, and complete required forms - Ability to maintain the highest degree of
confidentiality regarding all aspects of work at all times.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to send an updated
resume, and cover letter with salary history and desired salary. Please Click
at the link below to Apply Online.
resume, and cover letter with salary history and desired salary. Please Click
at the link below to Apply Online.
The candidate cover letters should specifically address how their
previous experience relates to the duties and qualifications listed above. Only
candidates who send respond to these as well as the salary requirements will be
considered for the position.
previous experience relates to the duties and qualifications listed above. Only
candidates who send respond to these as well as the salary requirements will be
considered for the position.
NB: Only candidates who
have been selected for an interview will be contacted.
have been selected for an interview will be contacted.
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