Job Title: Finance Officer
Job Description
VSO is an international development agency that works through volunteer professionals to fight global poverty and disadvantage. VSO is seeking to fill this position in our country structure.
Position: Finance Officer
Based in Gulu
The Finance Officer will be responsible for supporting the Finance Manager and the Deputy Country Director in managing the finances of the Gulu Office.
The job entails: -
A. Budget management:
Support the Country Finance Manager in effectively managing the budget of the Gulu field office, to ensure accuracy and that the Deputy Country Director is informed of the financial position of each project.
B. Financial Support and control:
Be responsible for financial matters in the Gulu Office, reviewing purchase requisitions, invoices and processing payments and data entry.
C. Grants Management:
• Support to the Finance Manager to manage the partner/donor reporting timetables for the Northern Uganda programmes and ensure reports are produced in a timely manner. Advise partners in submitting their reports and accountabilities. Produce restricted donor reports.
• Support the Finance Manager to produce high quality monthly management reports for the Country Director and the London based finance team, advising on any variances.
• Report internally and externally where appropriate.
Qualification and Experience:
Degree in Accounting, finance or related degree.
Part qualified professional Accountant, with at least 3 years experience. Knowledge of financial planning, internal controls, and payroll processing and taxation will be an added advantage.
How to Apply
VSO values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Closing date: Friday 15th June 2012
For softcopies of the application pack contact VSO Uganda, Plot 2727 Muyenga Road, (Opposite Tank-Hill Parade) Tel. 0414 268 984; email vsouga@vsoint.org
Only applicants who respond electronically using the application pack will be considered.
