Finance Officer Receivables

Job Details

Role Overview

Under the direct supervision of the Finance & Grants Manager, the Finance Officer - Receivables will be responsible for receivables in terms of receiving, retiring staff advances & accountabilities, Post payments in QuickBooks cashbook. The function reports to the Finance & Grants Manager and works a lot in collaboration with the procurement department, various department end users and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare BVRs for review by the Finance and Grants Manager and obtain feedback comments on major variances.

• Assist the Finance and Grants Manager in executing budget reallocations for the projects.

• Prepare a month-end checklist/report to be approved by the Finance and Grants Manager, however in collaboration with the Grants Assistant.

• Perform donor funds ledger reconciliations on a monthly basis and present to the Finance and Grants Manager any major arising discrepancy.

• Perform staff advance reconciliations on a monthly basis and present to the Finance and Grants Manager any major arising discrepancy.

• Review ledgers for the statutory accounts generated from QB on a monthly basis to ensure balances are well explained.

• Will support the accountant payable on confirming advance balances for staff requisitioning for activity and operational advances.

• Receive and retire staff advances /accountabilities.

• Post payments in QuickBooks cashbook

• Ensure timely delivery of responsibilities assigned.

• Any other authorized assignments.

Requirements

• A bachelor degree in business-related course i.e. BBA, Finance, Accounting, BCOM.

• ACCA/CPA (U) will be of added advantage.

• Two to three years of experience in busy commercial environment/FMCG involving import/export.

• Strong knowledge of the accounting regulatory framework and standards is an added advantage.

• Good computer knowledge, especially in an ERP environment and reporting tools (Good knowledge of common spreadsheet applications desirable).

• Self-driven, results oriented.

• High level of integrity.

• Good communication skills across the business.

• Able to plan and prioritize.

• Experience in managing dead- lines and work load.

• Strong stakeholder management skills.

• Should be innovate and excellent team player with good analytical skills and attention to detail.

• Comfortable dealing with people and a good listener.

• Reliable, tolerant & determined.

• Able to work extended hours when required.

Flexibility to work anywhere within Uganda is added advantage