Finance Officer Receivables Walimu

Under the direct supervision of the Finance & Grants Manager, the Finance Officer – Receivables will be responsible for receivables in terms of receiving, retiring staff advances & accountabilities, Post payments in QuickBooks cashbook. The function reports to the Finance & Grants Manager and works a lot in collaboration with the procurement department, various department end users and suppliers.

Responsibilities
• Prepare BVRs for review by the Finance and Grants Manager and obtain feedback comments on major variances.
• Assist the Finance and Grants Manager in executing budget reallocations for the projects.
• Prepare a month-end checklist/report to be approved by the Finance and Grants Manager, however in collaboration with the Grants Assistant.
• Perform donor funds ledger reconciliations on a monthly basis and present to the Finance and Grants Manager any major arising discrepancy.
• Perform staff advance reconciliations on a monthly basis and present to the Finance and Grants Manager any major arising discrepancy.
• Review ledgers for the statutory accounts generated from QB on a monthly basis to ensure balances are well explained.
• Will support the accountant payable on confirming advance balances for staff requisitioning for activity and operational advances.
• Receive and retire staff advances /accountabilities.
• Post payments in QuickBooks cashbook
• Ensure timely delivery of responsibilities assigned.
• Any other authorized assignments.

Requirements
• A bachelor degree in business-related course i.e. BBA, Finance, Accounting, BCOM.
• ACCA/CPA (U) will be of added advantage.
• Two to three years of experience in busy commercial environment/FMCG involving import/export.
• Strong knowledge of the accounting regulatory framework and standards is an added advantage.
• Good computer knowledge, especially in an ERP environment and reporting tools (Good knowledge of common spreadsheet applications desirable).
• Self-driven, results oriented.
• High level of integrity.
• Good communication skills across the business.
• Able to plan and prioritize.
• Experience in managing dead- lines and work load.
• Strong stakeholder management skills.
• Should be innovate and excellent team player with good analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Comfortable dealing with people and a good listener.
• Reliable, tolerant & determined.
• Able to work extended hours when required.
• Flexibility to work anywhere within Uganda is added advantage