Job Title: Finance Assistant at Water Journalists Africa – InfoNile
Reporting to: Finance & Administration Officer
Location: Ntinda Kampala, Uganda

Overall purpose of the role:
The Finance Assistant will provide financial and administrative support to WJA – InfoNile as per our donor regulations and procedures.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Providing secretarial support including timely printing, photocopying, scanning of documents both in hard and soft copy while managing filing system for record and control of key documents.
• Support the delivery and collection of documents, supplies and paperwork to and from different places as requested by the supervisor.
• Provide logistical support and back-up in the planning of conferences, meetings, workshops and retreats
• Ensure that the office is kept tidy and clean through regular cleaning of office premises and the compound.
• Maintain proper filing of all financial documentation including vouchers, contracts, tender documents, invoices, receipts etc. to ensure proper record keeping and facilitate future audits.
• Perform other duties incidental to the above assigned from time to time by the project Accountant
• Maintain petty cash ledgers and ensure that the Petty cash replenishment is prepared the moment the paid cash is 75% of the cash float.
• Support the project accountant and ensure that data is posted on a daily basis, and that the financial information is processed accurately and reliable reports are generated timely
• Perform systems analysis to identify any irregularities (such as wrong posting) and propose immediate corrective actions to the accountant.
• Perform other administrative woks such as booking flights, hotels, and other facilities necessary for the proper coordination of programs activities.

Experience and technical competencies: (include years of experience)
• At least 1 year of relevant work experience. Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
• Good communication skills
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, and word
• Highly motivated, results-oriented, and with well-developed problem-solving skills
• Proven commitment to accountability practices
• Proven ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work with limited supervision
• Advanced English proficiency and fluency in the local language

Education:
• Bachelors Degree in Accounting and Finance or Business Administration