5 Accounting Jobs in Uganda jobs

We are building a diverse and inclusive team and  this opportunity is open to any qualified internal and external applicants. Women  as well as candidates from Africa and those with experience working on the continent are particularly encouraged to apply for this role.  About Fenix Fenix International is a next-generation energy and technology company. Our mission is to improve the quality of life of our customers through inclusive energy and financial services. Our flagship product, Fenix Power, is a modular, lease-to-own solar home system financed through affordable installments from just $0.11 per day. We use real-time transaction data to create a next-generation credit score to finance power upgrades and other life-changing loans, unlocking modern financial services for our customers. To date, Fenix has sold over 500,000 Solar Home Systems in Uganda, Zambia, Cote d'Ivoire, Benin, Nigeria and Mozambique, bringing clean, reliable power for lights, phones, radios, TV and much more to over 2,500,000 people. In early 2018, Fenix joined forces with ENGIE, one of the world's largest energy companies and a leader in the move to renewable, decentralised and digital energy. This has allowed Fenix to make significant commercial investments to accelerate the path to our mission, via new markets and innovative products. Together, Fenix and ENGIE are making universal access to modern energy a reality. Job Overview Fenix is looking for an experienced, highly motivated and disciplined Global Financial Operations Manager with a passion for entrepreneurship, renewable energy, and financial inclusion to join our team. This position is a unique leadership role in a fast-paced start up at the front lines of renewable energy and mobile payment technology.  The Global Financial Operations Manager will report directly to the Global Finance Director as well as collaborate with other directors to manage the Financial Operations Team and ensure country wide timely and accurate reporting as well implement processes and controls to ensure best practices and adherence to global accounting standards and tax laws. Key Responsibilities Manage and oversee global financial reporting activities for all African countries, including: Oversee monthly financial reporting for all African subsidiaries including financial reporting for war room, steering committee and ad hoc financial reporting Oversee budget and forecast vs. actual reporting, coordinating with country teams to assess and respond to differences Oversee compilation of weekly EBITDA and cash flow tracking tools across Africa subsidiaries Maintain and improve Fenix Chart of Accounts across all operations (with global financial accounting team)   Assist Director of Finance to continue to improve SAP ERP system after recent roll out, rolling out new modules, reporting and dashboards Roll out API in Africa subsidiaries, ensuring correct data capture between Fenix DB and SAP on a daily basis and creating Tableau reporting to test and validate API Roll out Materials Planning module in SAP in Africa subsidiaries, coordinating closely with the operations team to better forecast and execute inventory ordering Roll out Budgeting and Forecasting module in SAP in Africa subsidiaries, coordinating closely with country leads and department heads to enable annual team budgeting and forecasting within SAP Develop and roll out Hana dashboard reporting for Africa subsidiaries to take the place of EBITDA reporting via an interactive daily sales/COGS report along with weekly expense estimates Develop additional custom reporting both in SAP and Tableau to support global and country teams Work closely with Global Operations and Africa subsidiary Operations teams to ensure proper systems and processes for inventory management in FenixDB and SAP, ensure adherence to monthly/quarterly counts and analysis with SAP and FenixDB Work closely with Africa subsidiary Operations teams to prepare for and oversee annual external audits and ensure unqualified audits Assist CFO, Director of Finance and Director of Corp Finance in annual budgeting and periodic forecasting for Africa subsidiaries via longer term models and shorter term SAP budget/forecast module (once rolled out) With CFO, Director of Finance, Director of Credit and Credit team, assess and continuously improve the SHS portfolio health strategy for Africa subsidiaries to ensure repayment is healthy Assist credit team with bad debt analysis and tracking as needed Along with Director of Finance and Financial Operations Associates and, if necessary, support from the global accounting team, set up finance systems, processes and reporting in new expansion markets in Africa Oversee Global Financial Operations Associates who will cover specific markets in Africa and help to set up finance systems and processes in new markets Associates will also help to oversee and assist all countries with all monthly reporting and analysis, as well as review completion of financial reconciliations and inventory management Required Skills & Experience B.A or B.S in Accounting or Business Significant leadership and management experience in operational finance, preferably as a Controller, Finance Manager or in Budgeting and Forecasting Advanced proficiency in accounting software tools Experience with enterprise resource planning systems, SAP B1 a plus Advanced quantitative analysis skills and proficiency in Excel Ability to manage a multi-cultural team of financial operations staff Outstanding written and verbal communications skills in both French and English Entrepreneurial spirit and collaborative nature Attention to detail, strategic thinker A passion for Fenix and our customers!  Highly Desired Skills Higher level certifications in accounting or finance Work experience in a multinational company or financial institution, preferably with operations in Africa Experience with risk assessment and loan portfolio health evaluation methodologies Understanding of rural BOP markets, microfinance, mobile telecom and/or renewable energy industries in East Africa To Apply Please submit your resume and cover letter through the job posting at www.fenixintl.com/careers/. Fenix offers a competitive salary, equity and a fun work environment. We recognize the value of diversity in our workforce, and encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We thank all candidates who choose to apply, however, only those selected for a further interview will be contacted. Learn More...

        USAID’s Act to End Neglected Tropical Diseases | East is a five-year program led by RTI International (RTI). The program supports national governments to reach NTD control and elimination goals through proven, cost effective public health interventions and also provides critical support to countries in their journey to self-reliance, helping them to create sustainable programming for NTD control within robust and resilient health systems. JOB SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Chief of Party (COP), the Finance & Grants Manager will be responsible for overall accounting and financial management of the Act to End NTDS | East project in Uganda. The Finance & Grants Manager will work closely with COP, technical staff, and RTI regional and home office staff to ensure project resources are effectively and efficiently used in order to achieve project objectives and results. The position supervises the Finance Assistant, Procurement Specialist, and Grants Specialist and ensures financial and operational information is provided to project leadership, regional and home office staff, and technical staff for timely decision making.  The Finance & Grants Manager must ensure that project implementation is done in an environment of strong controls and that the project complies with RTI and USAID rules and regulations. S/He will ensure appropriate systems and procedures (cash management, vendor payments, budgeting and forecasting, procurement, property management, grants management and other related financial and operational tasks) are in place to ensure that the project operates efficiently, using resources effectively and within the budget of the project .  PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES: Accounting and Treasury Budget Management Procurement and Logistics management Grants management. Team Leadership EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Master’s degree and 9 years of experience or Bachelor’s Degree and 12 years of experience in Business Administration/Financial Management or equivalent combination of education and experience Must have completed CPA, ACCA. Experience working with USAID. HOW TO APPLY:  If you would like to take up this dynamic position, please send an updated CV including three work related referees together with a cover letter (as one document ONLY) to the Human Resources Officer by email to: aatim@rti.org; Email should not exceed 2MB. Applicants must include the “Finance & Grants Manager” as the subject line of their email. The closing date for submitting applications is Wednesday, 22nd October 2019.  Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please get the detailed Job description of the above position from aatim@rti.org. Equal Employment Opportunity: RTI is committed to the principles of workplace diversity. Qualified women and disabled people are encouraged to apply. We do appreciate your interest in working with us. However, due to a large number of applicants only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted for interviews through e-mail within two weeks of the deadline.   Email: aatim@rti.org

Institutional Development Advisor, Integrated Child and Youth Development Activity 📁 Finance & Accounting 💼 International Development Group RTI's International Education Division is currently accepting applications for  Institutional Development Advisor  for the anticipated USAID-funded Integrated Child and Youth Development (ICYD) Activity in Uganda. At near national scale, the ICYD Activity will improve early grade learning outcomes while working to ensure that children and youth are safe and healthy in their community and learning environments. Along with other results expected, this Activity will address primary school retention and develop and employ high-impact local partnerships to accomplish wide ranging objectives related to orphans and vulnerable children (OVC). This position will be  based in Kampala. The Institutional Development Advisor (IDA) will have technical oversight of ICYD’s efforts to build the institutional capacity of partner local organizations to evolve and transition to USAID prime awards. The position is contingent upon award and funding. Responsibilities include: Lead the conducting of institutional capacity needs assessments of ICYD’s partner local  organization (s). Develop and implement an institutional development plan (IDP) specific to each participating local organization to include: Determination of institutional growth milestones across institutional performance functional areas, including contracting, finance and administration, technical, monitoring and evaluation, collaboration and partnerships and governance structures. Lead the development and harmonization of operational tools and other standard operating procedures (SOP) across all participating local partner organizations. Oversee managing of sub-grant arrangements between the ICYD and participating local partners and other local organizations. Qualifications: Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, finance, accounting, or other areas relevant to the scope and programming in this project and 12 years of overall, related professional experience. International accounting certification will be an asset. 10 years of experience with USAID-funded finance, grants, and/or operational program administration. Experience successfully managing sub-grants for local organizations. Experience with program monitoring and evaluation is preferred. Experience with USAID-funded health and/or education NGOs/CBOs in Uganda. Experience with organizational capacity development. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Excellent technical and analytical skills directly related to the work of the proposed project, including excellent writing skills. Demonstrated ability to work and communicate effectively in teams and collaborate in a multi-agency setting Demonstrated capacity building experience Outstanding problem-solving skills, decision-making skills, resourcefulness, and flexibility. Learn more...

Finance and Administrative Director, Integrated Child and Youth Development Activity Kampala, Uganda, Uganda, Uganda, Kampala RTI's International Education Division is currently accepting applications for  Finance and Administrative Director   for the anticipated USAID-funded Integrated Child and Youth Development (ICYD) Activity in Uganda. At near national scale, the ICYD Activity will improve early grade learning outcomes while working to ensure that children and youth are safe and healthy in their community and learning environments. Along with other results expected, this Activity will address primary school retention and develop and employ high-impact local partnerships to accomplish wide ranging objectives related to orphans and vulnerable children (OVC). This position will be based in Kampala The Finance and Administrative Director (F&A Director) will direct overall financial activities of the project.  The position is contingent upon award and funding. Responsibilities include: Leads overall financial activities of the project including: Accounting Invoicing Contracts management Procurement and administrative activities Ensures that adequate and appropriate internal controls are in place, in compliance with USAID and PEPFAR policies and procedures, to meet generally recognized accounting standards. Manages all bookkeeping, bank accounts, and cash flow. Manages project funds for the appropriate execution of the project. Tracks project expenses to prepare monthly financial reports and annual budget projections to ensure full compliance with USAID and PEPFAR rules and regulations. Works closely with COP, technical staff, pertinent RTI regional and home office staff and appropriate USAID staff when necessary to ensure project resources are effectively and efficiently budgeted, analyzed, disbursed, monitored and reported in achieving project objectives and results; When necessary, work closely with key RTI staff, government and non-government officials, contractors and USAID staff to ensure full compliance with local laws (e.g., with respect to taxes, shipping, customs, registration) while integrating with RTI systems and procedures; Directly supervises functional area leads and mentors staff. Qualifications:   Education and Experience Master’s degree in business, public administration, finance, accounting, or other areas relevant to the scope and programming in this project and 15 years of overall, related professional experience. International accounting certification. 10 years of experience with USAID-funded financial and operational program administration. Prior experience overseeing finance for a USAID-funded project of a similar complexity. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Fluency with USAID policies and procedures related to financial management, financial reporting, and grant making. Excellent track record of good interpersonal, supervision, leadership and managerial skills; Results-oriented and team player and ability to follow guidelines and controls required of the position; Advanced budgeting, financial analysis, and MS Excel skills required. Proficiency with accounting software (Quickbooks preferred), Word, PowerPoint and Access. Verbal and written fluency in the English language along with strong communications, interpersonal, and presentation skills. Demonstrated team player with effective cross-cultural interpersonal skills; able to develop and communicate a common vision among diverse partners and lead multidisciplinary teams. Ability to resolve sensitive and complicated work issues with senior high-level country counterparts, donor representative and senior-level staff. Learn more...  

Overall purpose of the role: The Finance Assistant will offer day-to-day financial support to the implementation financial policies and guidance according to the New Finance Volume. The position will work in close cooperation with the Finance Officer - Senior Key duties and responsibilities Financial Management Bi monthly Cashbook review of some cashbooks- working closely with Finance officer- Senior Responsible for management of DRC bank accounts. In charge of adding and deleting signatories/Agents and follow up on Bank mandate whenever there is change on DRC bank data base Ensure updated Bank mandate is in place in coordination with Finance Assistant and ensure SVF is signed by new staff Responsible for filling returns by the 15th of the month- PAYE, NSSF, WHT, LST for National staff, expats, casuals, consultants and suppliers Responsible consolidating and filling of VAT by 15th of the month. Maintenance of an updated VAT tracker for the various donors. Responsible for preparing VAT and WHT certificate and sharing with procurement departments in all location for onward submission to Suppliers Verification of scans to ensure correctness and accuracy for all DRC offices Review of voucher scans and responsible for sharing vouchers with HQ. Ensuring proper achieving of voucher scans for DRC Uganda operation with Support from IT Responsible for proper filling of financial documents (Vouchers, Reports (soft and hard copy) and Bank reconciliation) Ensure vouchers are properly archived and there is an updated database of voucher filling Assist the Finance Officer- Senior in the preparation of financial reports for all projects. Assist in preparation and during internal and external audits Assist SFO to Perform BFU set ups and BFU amendments within 3 days of receiving a signed contract/amendment Maintain an updated POA matrix on share point Controlling functions Support Finance officer -senior to Prepare and update open X's register In absence of Finance Officer Senior, responsible for organising BFU review meeting and sharing minutes on Monthly basis Responsible for proper filling of all rebooked transactions Technical Line Management Responsibilities Assists Finance officer- Senior in providing technical guidance and support to field finance staff. Raise with Finance Assistant- Senior non-compliance issues relating to Finance Administration. Experience and technical competencies:  3 years INGO or other international agencies experience in finance and operations management in international humanitarian set up. Proficient in standard computer applications and various accounting and financial management software. Good knowledge Navision financial software will be an added advantage. Strong accounting and analytical skills Professional, courteous and able to work with abroad spectrum of people. Proven ability to manage large and varied workloads, and deal constructively with stress and periods with long hours Proven ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines and work with limited supervision Pro-active, stable and robust character and a good team-player Excellent communication skills, calm and a good sense of humor Flexible, enthusiastic and willingness to learn from others. Education: Degree in Finance or Accounting Part certification in CPA or ACCA Languages: Excellent Communication skills in English required. Interested candidates who meet the required qualifications and experience are invited to submit updated CV and cover letter explaining their motivation and why they are suited for the post. We only accept applications sent via our online-application form on www.drc.dk under Vacancies. Applications close on 11th July 2019. Equal Opportunity Gender Equality:  DRC is committed to achieving gender parity in staffing at all levels in light of this, women candidates are particularly encouraged to apply to bridge the gender gap. Equal Opportunity:  DRC is an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment based on mutual respect for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, disability status, religion, ethinic origin, colour, race, marital status or other protected characteristics. DRC as an employer   By working in DRC, you will be joining a global workforce of around 8000 employees in 40 countries. We pride ourselves on our: Professionalism, impact & expertise Humanitarian approach & the work we do Purpose, meaningfulness & own contribution Culture, values & strong leadership Fair compensation & continuous development Read more here about what our employees say about working in DRC.  DRC’s capacity to ensure the protection of and assistance to refugees, IDP’s and other persons of concern depends on the ability of our staff to uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment. DRC conducts thorough and comprehensive background checks as part of the recruitment process.  Visit drc.ngo to read more about what we do to secure robust safeguarding mechanisms.  If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please visit  drc.ngo/jobsupport .   https://candidate.hr-manager.net/ApplicationInit.aspx?cid=1036&ProjectId=156553&uiculture=eng&MediaId=5