Job Title: Â Finance Assistant
Organisation: National Association for Women’s Action in Development (NAWAD)
Duty Station:Â Â Kampala, Uganda
About US:
National Association for Women’s Action in Development (NAWAD) is a voluntary non-governmental women’s organization that was initiated by a group of women in 2009 and was legally registered in 2010. NAWAD is committed to promote a stable and peaceful society where women and girls access equal rights in the different spheres of life. The organization focuses on the family and the crucial role women play in their families, their communities and the development of Uganda as a nation. The main goal of the organization is to promote the rights of women and girls especially in relation to sustainable natural resource management and climate change social and economic right and governance, peace and security.
Job Summary: Â Â The accountant assistant will support the finance officer in financial planning, management, and reporting.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Financial Reporting:
- Prepare and review financial statements with precision and compliance with the donor agreements.
- Analyze financial performance, identifying trends for strategic decision-making.
Budgeting and Forecasting
- Coordinate annual budgeting and auditing, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
- Analyze budget vs. actual performance, identifying cost-saving opportunities.
Compliance and Internal Controls:
- Ensure adherence to accounting principles and regulations.
- Implement robust financial policies and procedures for efficiency and risk mitigation.
- Lead treasury management and cash flow policies.
- Follow up all Tax payments and compliance
- Keeping the organizational cash book up to date
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Minimum qualification: B. Com, Accounting and Finance, BBA
- CCA/CPA/ACCA certification is an added advantage
- 2-3 years’ experience in accounting.
- Experience with the NGO industry is an added advantage
- Proficiency in IFRS accounting/reporting and strong analytical skills.
- Experience in implementing accounting policy controls framework.
- Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, QuickBooks and S4Hana.
How to Apply:
Suitably qualified persons should submit their application which must include the following:
- A one-page type written application letter addressed to the Executive Director, National Association for Women’s Action in Development.
- Up-to-date curriculum vitae with a telephone contact and an email address that are functional.
- Copies of the relevant academic certificates and transcripts.
- Two (2) letters of recommendation
The above application documents must be submitted as ONE PDF file to the email: nawad
nawad.co.ug indicating the position applied for in the email reference.
Deadline: 30th January 2025
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