The Ugandan Jobline

• Maintain detailed records for all
  financial transactions in an organized and professional manner.
• Perform daily functions including
  recording all cash, check and bank transfer transactions, maintain cash
  and bank ledgers, monitor cash advances and field expense reports,
  reconcile cash on hand and monthly bank reconciliation.
• Provide required monthly financial reports
  by specified deadlines to the Country Director and IHQ as assigned.
• Ensure financial/accounting activity is
  carried out in accordance with SP’s field accounting policies and perform
  other duties as assigned.
• Review and approve financial transactions
  for SP field operations based in the region as appropriate (includes
  vouchers, FERs, cash advances, transfers, etc.)
• Ensure adequate cash flow for operations
  and safety of financial resources at base.
• Ensure all cash is reconciled on a weekly
  basis, reporting any over/under to country office and investigate any
  over/under situations.
• Build and maintain close and cooperative
  working relationships with fellow financial staff, Country Director,
  Regional Finance Officer and Senior Operations Manager.
• Offer technical support to Base Manager
  and/or Program Managers with regard to financial policies/practices and
  related areas as required.
• Identify areas for financial and
  administrative improvement and work to implement feasible improvements.
• Prepare and submit month-end reports to SP
  office regarding country-wide operations in a timely fashion.
• Ensure that all financial reporting
  obligations are met in relation to submissions for funding, for grant aid,
  for contracts and any other initiatives.
• The incumbent will review and assist in
  the development of all budgets in close coordination with the Program
  Development Officer, Operations, and Program Managers.
• Follow all procedures provided by the
  Country Director.
• Maintain accuracy in financial records and
  perform other duties as assigned.
• Attend daily morning devotions and
  participate in prayer support for the ministry, its donors and volunteers.
• Maintain a strong Christian witness to
  colleagues, vendors, charitable beneficiaries, and the general public.
• Assess, manage, and report critical
  physical, emotional, or spiritual concerns of supervised staff.
• Maintains a personal relationship with
  Jesus Christ and a consistent witness for Jesus Christ.

• The ideal candidate for the Samaritan’s
  Purse Internship jobs placement must hold a Bachelor’s degree (B. A.) from
  four-year College or university with an emphasis in accounting or related
  field of study.
• Professional CPA or equivalent
  certification preferred; or equivalent combination of accounting education
  and managerial experience.
• At least two to four years of progressive
  financial management experience in a complex, dynamic environment such as:
  a nonprofit organization with operating budgets, diverse funding streams,
  and substantial financial and material assets, preferred.
• Knowledgeable on grant accounting and
  experience in donor funding requirements.
• One year of college-level Biblical studies
  strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and
  interact well with people of different educational, linguistic, cultural
  and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Strong relational skills and financial
  management experience, with an ability to lead and to contribute to the
  team.
• Previous experience with foreign
  currencies and US Government / UN grants management preferred.
• Proven administrative, leadership and
  management ability in the areas of strategic planning and organizational
  development.

• The applicants must also be willing to
  abide by Samaritan’s Purse Distinct Objectives:
• Proclaim the Gospel
  – Exalt Christ and share the Gospel while working in His Name around the
  world
• Serve with Excellence
  – Exceed the world’s standard while serving the purposes of God’s kingdom
• Respond with compassionate
  action – Expedite our response to needs as the Lord reveals opportunities
  to minister
• Demonstrate Biblical
  Integrity – Exhibit character and integrity personally, at home
  and work
• Walk in bold faith
  – Expect God to do the impossible 

• Medical, prescription, dental & vision
  coverage
• Disability insurance
• Term Life insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Ten paid holidays (holiday observance will
  depend on the host country)
• Annual home leave
• Twelve vacation days per year

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