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Kampala, Uganda
Full-time
WaterAid is a global nonprofit organization focused on transforming lives by improving access to safe water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) in the world’s poorest communities. With a mission to ensure that everyone, everywhere has clean water and sanitation, WaterAid is renowned for its impact and commitment to achieving the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. The organization is highly regarded for its work in advocacy and its innovative, community-driven solutions that prioritize sustainability and local empowerment.
WaterAid’s work culture is inclusive and dynamic, fostering a collaborative environment where employees are encouraged to develop professionally while contributing to meaningful social change. The organization offers various job opportunities in a range of fields, with flexible work arrangements and a focus on work-life balance. Founded in 1981, WaterAid has grown to become a leader in the WASH sector, expanding its operations to over 30 countries, with an emphasis on collaboration and local partnerships.
WaterAid’s business model revolves around providing long-term, sustainable solutions through partnerships with governments, businesses, and communities, promoting both innovation and scale. The organization is committed to core values such as integrity, respect, innovation, and inclusion, and its CSR efforts focus on environmental sustainability, education, and public health. WaterAid is also deeply engaged in advocacy to influence policy changes that improve WASH services globally. For more information, visit their website at www.wateraid.org.
For over 40 years, WaterAid Uganda has delivered critical WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) services to millions, focusing on the impoverished and marginalized and emphasizing women and girls. Our mission is to end the WASH crisis and ensure sustainable, universal access for all.
Financial Accountant job at WaterAid
WaterAid
IThis position is available on a fixed term contract which is renewable subject to funding and performance. We provide competitive and attractive salary and benefits. WaterAid Uganda is looking to fill the vacant position stated in this advert to play a vital role in our mission to make clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene normal for everyone, everywhere by 2030.
Key Responsibilities Include:
The Financial Accountant leads the routine financial accounting functions which includes ensuring proper maintenance of accounting records, administration of financial controls, production of financial reports, compliance with relevant statutory bodies and other functions that results in flawless internal and external audits. The roles support non-finance staff in planning, budget management and forecasting processes. The role supervisees the Finance Officer and Finance and supports the Finance Manager to implement effective and efficient financial controls within the context of the country strategy and objectives.
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To be Successful, you will need the following:
• Bachelor’s degree in a Finance field plus a professional qualification such as CA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA or other equivalent finance and accounting certification. A master’s degree in a Finance or Accounting qualification will be an added advantage.
• Significant experience in finance and accountancy in a senior position in large organisation, preferably international NGO.
• Supervisory and line management experience
• Highly computer literate and excellent knowledge and skills in using computer-based accounting systems and Microsoft Excel and Word packages.
• Working experience in using SUN systems and Vision excel.
• Prior working experience in preparing and monitoring budgets & developing monitoring and reporting systems.
• Ability to provide financial analysis and interpretation to Country Management Team for decision-making.
• Knowledge of international donor reporting requirements.
• Knowledge of procurement processes and systems
• Strong knowledge of fund accounting regulations for non-profit organisations.
• Excellent risk analysis and risk management skills.
• Experience of designing, coordinating and delivering training programmes.
• Payroll Management experience, preparing and managing all associated deductions.
• Liquidity Management experience, monitoring and managing cash and bank balances, ensuring that funds are available to meet financial obligations.
• Assets Management experience
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION MUST BE ONLINE
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