Re-Advertised: Finance Officer at Norwegian Refugee Council

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Job Description

Support the Finance Coordinator in Yumbe in day to day reconciliations and financial analysis
Provides assistance in timely monthly closing and ensuring Yumbe Office are able to close on agreed upon deadlines
Review financial reports and documents from the field offices and insure that they are timely received.
Work closely with logistic department to insure that asset register is updated regularly and match physical assets.
Prepare a trip report for each assignment and submit to FC and FM
Provide training and support to finance and non-finance staff regarding generally accepted financial procedures and NRC internal controls.
Assist in yearend closing and audit document preparation
Participate in and facilitate Area finance workshops and training as required;
Maintain open communication with Finance, program staff and others for all financial clarifications
In collaboration with Finance Coordinator Support development of area master support budget
Support project staff in financial matters
Verify that vouchers and supporting documents meet NRC standards before payment
Prepare bank accounts and cashbox reconciliations
Ensure timely payment of staff related costs, contractors, suppliers and other expenditures.
Ensure filing of all financial documents according to NRC standards

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Finance or Accounting
Minimum of 5 years relevant experience
3 year of INGO experience is a plus
CPA2 qualification is added advantage
Knowledge of Agresso is added advantage.
Very good computer skills especially, Microsoft packages; and a strong experience of computerized accounting system

Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
Strict attention to policy and practice detail
Very strong financial analysis skills
High integrity
Good knowledge of financial reporting systems in donor funded work
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Good cultural awareness and sensitivity
Ability to function independently and as a work team leader/facilitator
Excellent computer skills with hands on experience on computerized accounting systems; and
Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Job Grade: 5, as per NRC Uganda approved scale
Contract Duration: 12 months renewable subject to funding.
Duty station: Yumbe
Travel: 20%
Shortlisting will be done on a rolling basis, candidate are advised to apply ASAP.Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.

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Closing Date : 25 June, 2020