| Item | Details |
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| About this job | |
| Reports to | General Manager |
| Role location | Kampala |
| Role purpose and context | |
| Key responsibilities | o Manage day-to-day financial transactions including payments, receipts, and reconciliations. o Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records using SWRW’s approved accounting system. o Ensure that all financial activities comply with internal financial policies and donor requirements. o Support the preparation of project and organizational budgets in collaboration with program teams. o Monitor budget utilization and provide regular financial forecasts and variance analyses. o Alert management of any significant financial risks or deviations from budget. o Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for management, donors, and partners. o Prepare donor-specific financial statements, ensuring adherence to contract terms and reporting templates. o Assist in the preparation of audited financial statements and liaise with external auditors during audits. o Ensure compliance with Ugandan financial regulations, SWRW internal policies, and donor agreements. o Implement and enforce robust financial controls to safeguard organizational assets. o Maintain and regularly review the fixed asset register. o Process monthly payroll, ensuring timely and accurate salary payments. o Remit statutory deductions (PAYE, NSSF) to relevant authorities. o Maintain up-to-date payroll records and ensure confidentiality of salary information. o Review and verify all invoices, quotations, and payment requests for accuracy and completeness. o Ensure that all procurements and payments comply with SWRW’s financial and procurement policies. o Support the administration and procurement team with financial advice during procurement processes. o Manage cash flow to ensure availability of funds for project activities. o Monitor bank balances, prepare bank reconciliations, and address any discrepancies promptly. o Manage petty cash and ensure regular reconciliations o Work closely with project managers to ensure correct financial management of projects. o Provide training or technical support to non-finance staff on financial procedures and compliance. |
| Qualifications | • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field • Full or part professional accounting qualification (e.g., CPA, ACCA) is a MUST • Minimum of 3–5 years' experience in accounting roles, preferably in an NGO or donor-funded environment • Knowledge of donor regulations (USAID, EU, GIZ, UN, etc.) is desirable |
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| Terms of appointment | |
| Application Start | 2025-12-16 |
| Application End | 2025-12-30 |
| Applicatoin link or email | careers@safewayrightwayug.org |
| Attachment path | View Document |
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