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Job Title:   Finance Administrator (Fresher Jobs)

Organisation: Windle International Uganda (WIU)

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

About US:

Windle International Uganda (WIU) is an International Non-Governmental Organization managing Education programmes in refugee settlements in Uganda. WIU is the lead agency for education in 9 out of the 12 settlements, although we operate in all 12 settlements including Kampala. We work in close collaboration with Government of Uganda through the Office of the Prime Minister.

Job Summary:   The Finance Administrator will contribute to the day to day implementation of the department accounting systems, policies and procedures. He/ she will support the department through the collection, processing, recording, reconciliation and reporting of financial data, verifying the validity, completeness and accuracy of the source of documentation. The Finance Administrator is responsible for ensuring all payments to service providers and other clients are processed timely; preparing monthly financial reports, maintaining complete and proper records of revenue, accountability, expenditure, assets and liabilities and ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial information.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure that all cash balances received within the week should be banked intact at least once a week.
• Issue receipts for any cash and deposits received and keep proper records of all these in the system for reconciliation purposes
• Provide for and take safe custody of receipt books, vouchers, money and other items of value in line with finance policies and procedures.
• Update and reconcile all cash books on a daily basis and ascertain closing balances for record purposes.
• Monitor and track all cash advances and inform staff of their obligation of advances.
• Check for accuracy, completeness and coding before transactions are entered into the accounting system.
• Enter all paid transactions into the accounting system
• File all payment vouchers that have been entered into the accounting system by their categories.
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliation statements for all bank accounts at the Field office
• Prepare cash count certificates on weekly basis, month end and as when petty cash is required.
• Ensure compliance to WIU Finance Policies and procedures at the designated Field location
• Monitor cash levels to ensure liquidity position at all times for smooth operations.
• Inventory Management: Supervise periodic stock counts and prepare accurate monthly inventory reports for the Field Storage units
• Submit required reports and related documentation to the respective Regional Accountant periodically/ as requested.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The applicant must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Finance and Accounting, Business Administration, Commerce, BSc Finance and Accounting or a related course from a recognized Institution.
• UDBS, Accounting technician qualification with practical experience
• At least two years of relevant experience as an accounting technician
• Proficient use of the QuickBooks Accounting Software is desirable
• Experience working in Refugee operations and rural NGO setting is an added advantage
• ACCA/CPA is an added advantage
• Must have basic knowledge in computer applications like MS Office and database management Experience in and knowledge of Quickbooks accounting systems Effective communication skills.
• Abilities in office administration and organization.
• Able to pay keen attention to detail and manage multiple priorities Ability to work under pressure to be able to meet strict deadlines

How to Apply:

All applications should be submitted through the online link below.

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Deadline: 25^th January 2024 by 05:00PM.

Disclaimer

• Applicants must have no history of violation of children’s rights or of Child abuse and sexual exploitation of any kind
• Windle International Uganda is an equal opportunity and a corruption intolerant employer. Women and persons with disability who meet the job requirements are encouraged to apply.
• No fee is charged at any stage of the recruitment process. All applications will be assessed strictly on individual merit
• No canvassing or lobbying will be tolerated. Individuals found to have done so will be disqualified and blacklisted.
• Whereas we actively welcome all applications; however, only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted for interviews.

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