Job Title: Financial Analyst
Organization: Green Powered Technology, LLC
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About US:
Green Powered Technology, LLC is an energy and engineering consulting firm based in Arlington, Virginia. We were established in 2010 with a vision of employing innovative solutions to sustainably manage the Earth’s resources and to meet society’s needs. GPTech offers technical, financing, and private sector engagement expertise, furthering U.S. private sector expansion into emerging markets. We provide comprehensive client services from project inception to completion, by delivering solutions that improve operations and compliance, build institutional capacity, reduce risk, save money, enhance security and help our clients make more informed decisions about their energy and infrastructure investments.
Job Summary: GPTech is seeking a Financial Analyst to support the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Northern Uganda Development of Enhanced Local Governance, Infrastructure and Livelihoods (NUDEIL) program. The Financial Analyst will be responsible for providing oversite support to the Procurement, Compliance and Finance Specialist in gathering and analyzing financial data and budgets, including milestone review progress in partnership with the District Local Governments (DLGs) and the Ministry of Local Government The Financial Analyst must be able to guide the DLGs on the efficient and accurate payment for goods and services, while ensuring best practices and maintaining audit-compliant financial records.
The position will also assist with the day-to-day procurement/finance operations of the local GPTech office, working closely with the GPTech Home Office Operations Manager. This position will report to the Chief of Party and be based in Gulu, Uganda, with daily travel to the district offices about 50% of the time.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Finance (DLGs)
- Support staff from the Ministry of Local Government and the Office of the Auditor General in their review of DLG documentation for NUDEIL.
- Review financial procedures from Ministry of local Government and District local movement to ensure compliance with USAID rules and regulations.
- Lead monthly reviews of all per diems, fuel, and other allowances expended by DLGs from NUDEIL software funds and validate all accountability support documentation for accuracy and sufficiency.
- Maintain records of current NUDEIL expenditures from the DLGs, broken down in detail by works contract and software, associating all expenses with category of work based on the Implementation Letter (IL) between USAID and the Government of Uganda.
- Perform a final validation check of all DLG project documentation, from procurement to final payment certificate. Requires coordination with all stakeholders.
- Immediately and confidentially inform management of any irregularities that do not appear to be errors.
- Review progress on milestones and status of implementation letter (IL) -required actions.
- Gather, analyze, and validate financial data from the Ministry of Local Governments and the District Local government.
- Maintain proper documentation to verify that all financial documents comply with GPTech’s and USAID’s rules and regulations.
- Prepare and submit monthly work plan to the GPTech Operations Manager for review and approval.
- Maintain the GPTech Purchase Request Tracking & Metrics system and submit routine reports to the GPTech Operations Manager.
- Maintain appropriate records to accurately document procurement processes, decisions, and contractual agreements for accountability and audit purposes.
Finance (GPTech)
- Conduct daily accounting (bookkeeping) according to GPTech’s financial policy.
- Manage petty cash, clear cash advances upon request, and prepare monthly cash counts.
- Maintain proper filing of all financial documentation (e.g., vouchers, contracts, tender documents).
- Scan and file all accounting documentation monthly per GPTech’s file retention policies.
- Ensure that finance files are always organized, complete, and up to date.
- Perform any other duties or tasks delegated by the Finance and Operations Manager.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The applicant must hold a Diploma in Business Administration/Management, Human Resource Management, Public Administration, or equivalent
- At least five years of relevant work experience in finance and accounting
- Experience in competitive procurement of goods and services
- Experience working with The Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Authority (PPDA) procurement process and procedures is an added advantage.
- Experience working with GOU Treasury Single Account is an added advantage
- Experience using computers and business software, especially email. Ability to use spreadsheets and other accounting software such as QuickBooks
- Proven knowledge of basic accounting principles and ethics
- Ability to work hands-on, independently, and within a team in high-paced work environment.
- Competency in spoken and written English
- Strong sense of personal integrity
- Strong organizational skills
- Attention to detail with ability to multi-task
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team
Desired
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Management, Human Resource Management, Public Administration, or equivalent.
- Experience working with the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Authority procurement process and procedures
- Experience in administration of subcontracts and purchase orders
- Experience working with Government of Uganda Treasury Single Account
- Familiar with major donor and local regulations/laws
How to Apply:
All candidates should apply online at the link below.