Water For People is an international non-governmental organization
(NGO) that works with people and partners to develop innovative and
long-lasting solutions to the water, sanitation, and hygiene problems in the
developing countries. Water for People seeks to see communities break free from
the cycle of poverty and spend time growing, learning, and thriving, instead of
walking for water and fighting off illness.

Job Summary: The Finance
Manager will oversee the finances of the Uganda Country Programme. S/he will
demonstrate understanding of organizational mission, vision, values, policies,
procedures, and strategic goals as well as trust and teamwork in all aspects of
Water For People business.

Key Duties and
Responsibilities:

Maintain the accounting system of Water
for People Uganda consistent with financial regulations, rules, policies
and procedures
Maintain timely and accurate financial
statements and reports that are appropriate for users such as
Headquarters, funding partners, and the Regional office in accordance with
accounting principles and in the case of funding partners in accordance
with contract agreements with funders
Facilitate efficient communication and
process navigation between the Uganda CP, Regional office and Headquarters
Prepare and submit as per policy monthly
financial results and manage the cash flow including preparation of cash
flow forecasts and wire transfer requests in accordance with policy
Implement the financial procedures manual
and ensure compliance to accounting policies and procedures by all staff
Prepare monthly payroll functions to
ensure that employees are paid in a timely and accurate manner
Ensure that all statutory requirements of
the organization are met including filing of annual returns, submission of
PAYE, NSSF and benefits remittances and other relevant taxes on time
Prepare all supporting information for the
annual external audit, internal audits and donor specific audits and
liaise with the Regional finance Manager, Headquarters and the external
auditors as necessary
Reconcile bank and investment accounts
Manage the acquisition of capital assets
and ensure that assets are properly recorded, amortized, and disposed of
as appropriate Negotiate and manage the employee insurance and benefits
plans
Prepare the annual budget in consultation
with the Country Director, Program Manager and Regional Finance Manager
Support the Country Director and Programme
Manager with the preparation of budgets for funding applications
Update and maintain financial records for
each project including in-country funded projects in a manner that
facilitates monthly management reports
Regularly monitor risk management policies
and procedures to ensure that program and organizational risks are
minimized
Effectively handle banking relationships,
including negotiation of exchange rates
Maintain and oversee financial accounting
systems for cash management, accounts payable, accounts receivable,
journal entries and petty cash
Manage the documentation and maintenance
of complete and accurate supporting information for all financial
transactions
Oversee the bookkeeping function including
maintenance of the general ledger accounts payable, accounts receivable
and payroll
Assist the partners of Water for people
-Uganda as needed
Mentor and supervise Accounts assistant
and ensure she effectively carries out her duties

Qualifications, Skills and
Experience:

The applicant must hold a Bachelor’s
degree in Commerce, Finance/Accounting
Be a fully Certified/Chartered Accountant with
ACCA /CPA
At least three to five years’ experience in
a Managerial role in Accounting or Finance departments.
At least three years of non-profit
accounting/finance experience.
Working knowledge of accounting software,
preferably NetSuite
Broad knowledge and understanding of the
principles and practices of accounting, auditing, and financial reporting.
Previous experience in complex
multi-currency transactions a plus.
Able to meet tight deadlines; must be able
to work overtime periodically
excellent interpersonal skills and
demonstrated team leadership skills
High level of attention to detail,
self-motivated
Excellent written and verbal communication
skills in English.
Knowledge of International Financial
Reporting Standards
Knowledge of companies Act, Income tax act
and labor laws of Uganda
Proficiency in the use of computer
programs for Accounting and Microsoft Office programs including Word,
Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Personal Competencies:

Transparency: ensure honesty in
own behavior and the behavior of others that is consistent with the values
of the organization.
Teamwork: Work cooperatively
and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problem, and make
decisions that enhance organizational effectiveness.
Trust: Build trust in the teams
you work with, trust coworkers to be authentic in their work and dealings
Problem solving: Assess problem
situations to identify causes, gather and process relevant information,
generate possible solutions, and make recommendations and/or resolve the
problem.
Communicate Effectively: Speak,
listen and write in a clear, thorough and timely manner using appropriate
and effective communication tools-and techniques.
Collaboration: Be consistently
accountable to co-workers .
Learning and teaching: Seek to
continually learn from others, and pass on the baton by teaching others to
enhance their effectiveness

How to Apply:

All candidates are encouraged to send their detailed CVs and certified academic
certificates plus three (3) referees and their contacts. Applications must be
addressed to:

The Country Director,

Water for People Uganda

P.O. Box 1420, Kampala Uganda

E-mail to: Esther Carolyn
Nassuuna, Apply by Email

Deadline: 22^nd
February 2017 by 5:00PM

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