Job title: Finance Officer
Job ID:
888
Location:
Kampala, , Uganda
Category:
Finance
Salary:
Job Views:
15
Employment Type:
Full time
Posted:
06.06.2013
Job Description:
Johns Hopkins University/Center for Communication Programmes is seeking for a person to fill the vacant position
Job Requirements:
Job Description
Regional Office for Eastern Africa
Kampala, Uganda
Supervisor: Regional Representative
Background:
The Johns Hopkins University/Center for Communication programs (CCP) is a pioneer in the field of strategic, research based communication for behavior change and health promotion that has helped transform the theory and practice of public health. In Uganda, CCP’s goal is to strengthen public health through strategic communication programs. JHU is recruiting for a Finance Officer who will be responsible for providing overall financial management and accounting support for the CCP Uganda Office.
Specifically, the Finance Officer will:
• Prepare budgets for annual work plans and proposals;
• Track expenditures against budgets
• Maintain a payroll system
• Track VAT payments.
• Prepare documentation for procurements.
• Prepare journal entries and monthly financial reports in QuickBooks;
• Maintain equipment inventory
• Assist sub-grantees with financial reporting
• Ensure financial compliance and management systems
• Calculate and prepare travel advances for staff and review expense reports
• Maintain operational financial filing system
• Perform other tasks as requested by supervisor
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s of Commerce Finance or Business Administration; Certified Public Accountant (CPA); At least 5 years accounting experience;
NGO sector experience a plus; Strong organizational skills and the ability to work in a team-oriented environment;
computer skills including Microsoft Office and Quick Books; Fluent in English, both written and spoken;
Excellent written and oral communication skills;
Previous USAID related experience a plus
How to Apply
Qualified candidates are invited to send their applications, academic transcripts and three professional references to the; Johns Hopkins University/Center for Communication Programmes, Plot 15 Binayomba Avenue (between Ambrossoli International School and Royal Suites) Bugolobi, Please indicate on the envelope the job you are applying for.
Closing Date; 09/06/2013