Job Title: Financial Accountant
Employer: Bank Of Africa – Uganda Ltd.
Duty Station: Kampala
Application Deadline: 20th January 2014
BOA UGANDA is seeking applications from suitably qualified persons who are accomplished to take up the position of Financial Accountant. The position will be reporting to the Head of Finance and will be responsible for the following:
Position Function:
To provide operational, financial, regulatory information and quality Financial support service to management through the collection, analysis, processing, interpretation and communication of financial information for financial reporting and decision making while ensuring compliance to all relevant financial standards.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, banking, finance or related fields
Professional qualifications in accounting e.g. ACCA, CPA etc, though part qualification is acceptable
Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience preferably in the Banking / Financial Industry
Understanding of Financial Reporting and related standards
Understanding of Financial modelling and fore-casting
Solid analytical and numerical skills
Excellent Computer Skills including MS Office Suite and specifically advanced skills in MS Excel
Interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively function in a team setting
Attention to details
Initiative, self-supervision and follow up skills
Integrity and confidentiality
Ability to work in fast paced and results oriented environment
Key duties & Responsibilities:
Ensuring compliance with corporate and country financial practices
Undertaking monthly reporting to management, the holding company, and regulators
Liaising with business unit heads in production and analysis of financial data
Management of budgetary control systems including discussion of budget variances with management
Providing a monthly analytical reports and commentary on financial performance
Managing the preparation of monthly balance sheet reconciliations
Monitoring compliance with financial controls
Ensuring that superiors are fully briefed on financial function issues
Responding directly to management and Board level queries
Obtaining detailed commercial knowledge of the relevant business and understanding business drivers
Providing support to the business when preparing or evaluating new proposals (new contracts, revisions of contracts, investment decisions).
Contributing towards and ensuring that the department operates smoothly on a day to day basis and providing for the development of the Finance function within the institution
How to Apply:
Apply to: Human Resources Manager
Email: boajobs@boauganda.com
Address: Plot 45, Jinja Road
Job Title: IT Auditor
Employer: Bank Of Africa – Uganda Ltd.
Duty Station: Kampala
Application Deadline: 20th January 2014
BOA UGANDA is seeking applications from qualified persons who are accomplished to take up the position of IT Auditor. The position will be reporting to the Head of Internal Audit and will be responsible for the following:
Position Function:
To plan and conduct regular IT audits of the Bank’s internal controls, operations, risk management and governance processes and report matters to Head of Internal Audit for further action
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in ICT, Computer Science or a related field
CISA or CISM and other related Professional Certification in ICT Audit or Risk Management
3 - 5 years’ ICT Audit experience, or experience reviewing and advancing ICT Security in a Financial environment
Thorough understanding of Audit processes and working tools
Experience and technical knowledge in the ICT areas of Networks, Databases, Operating Systems and Computer Applications, Projects, Change Management etc
Working knowledge of accounting is added advantage
Business acumen
Planning skills
Analytical skills
Interpersonal skills with ability to influence people across the Bank
Teamwork skills
Personal initiative / self-drive
Assertiveness with strong communication and presentation skills
Monitoring and follow up skills
Able to work in a fast-paced and results oriented environment
Key duties & Responsibilities:
Assist the Head of Internal Audit to develop the IT Audit plan as part of the Annual Audit Programme.
Develop appropriate audit tests aimed at addressing identified IT risks and achieving the desired audit objectives to provide assurance that IT risks are effectively managed or mitigated.
Conducts all assigned audits including planning, evaluating and documenting the results, reporting and follow up in accordance with the annual audit plan.
Prepare clear and concise audit reports on audit findings, detected non-compliance with bank policies, guidelines, statutory requirements and procedures for discussion with management, and the Head of Internal Audit before final reports are issued for corrective action.
Regional IT audit engagements: In liaison with Head of Internal Audit, develop a comprehensive assessment of IT risks at assigned Bank of Africa regional banks, plan and conduct IT audits accordingly.
Follow up on all IT issues arising from audits and other inspections and secure compliance with the agreed recommendations within the relevant time frame.
Conduct investigations into reported frauds and forgeries as may be assigned.
Take a lead in supporting Internal Audit Department to optimise the use of TeamMate audit software by providing internal support services to all users when necessary.
Exercise due professional care in performing audit work, including reviewing operating efficiency and making recommendations for cost reductions and earnings improvement.
How to Apply:
Apply to: Human Resources Manager
Email: boajobs@boauganda.com
Address: Plot 45, Jinja Road
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