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• Ensure that International School of Uganda
  is provided with sound financial leadership and that the finances of the
  school are managed in an effective, efficient and ethical fashion.
• Take part in Board Meetings, Finance
  Committee Meetings, Executive Management team meetings and others as
  necessary to ensure realistic financial planning at all levels in the
  organization.
• Ensure that adequate financial control
  systems are in place and that they are achieving their purpose of ensuring
  accountability and availability of information (e.g. monthly, quarterly
  and annual reports; regular spot checks and formal audits)
• Manage the maintenance of the database of
  student school fees, capital levy, bus and any other charges;
  co-ordinating with the Accountant, Registrar and Transport Manager to
  ensure accuracy and completeness
• Establishing and maintaining standard
  operating procedures to ensure that all payments owed by the school are
  settled and accounted for in a timely manner (including payment of wages
  and benefits to staff; management of petty cash; procurement; payments to
  URA etc.)
• Ensuring the school’s compliance with
  applicable Ugandan laws and regulations pertaining to payroll taxes, NSSF
  and labour laws; liaising with attorneys on legal matters when necessary
• Work closely with donors (e.g. the US
  Government grant), drawing up project proposals and ensuring that any
  donor-required reporting procedures are adhered to.
• Providing support to lead the financial
  planning of the school’s resources by researching and presenting to the
  Head of School options to maximize the school’s savings while not putting
  them at risk

• The applicant must hold an Undergraduate
  degree in Accounting, Commerce, Finance or related field. Post graduate
  Accounting / Finance Qualification e.g. CPA, ACCA is required.
• At least ten years’ experience in
  Financial Management, Accounting or relevant area; five or which must be
  in a senior supervisory/managerial capacity.
• Previous exposure and experience working
  in an international school setting is preferred.
• Experience and/or understanding of
  educational programs.
• Extensive knowledge of Ugandan tax laws
  and financial regulatory framework.
• Demonstrated success in financial
  management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication
  skills
• Previous exposure and experience to work
  independently and act ethically.
• Strong work ethic based on proactive
  planning and personal responsibility.
• Excellent organizational skills and
  ability to supervise and train others.

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