Finance and Administration Manager job vacancy at FINCA Plus LLC

Job Title: Finance and Administration Manager

FINCA Plus LLC a subsidiary of FINCA International is a product distribution company with a primary social mission of the provision of quality, affordable, cost saving and sustainable life enhancing products and services to underserved, low income people.

FINCA PLUS will initially provide renewable energy solutions to low income households and businesses eventually expand into other areas that enhance the basic quality of life of ordinary Ugandans, such as water, sanitation and health.

Job Summary: The Finance and administration manager (FAM) will report directly to the CEO of FINCA PLUS and will manage financial reporting, accounts payable, invoicing product sales, purchase and accounting of inventory, managing accounts receivable, cash management, tax management and budgeting.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Develop financial, administrative and HR policies and procedures in accordance with the organizations strategic and operational plans
Ascertain that there is accurate and timely closing and reporting of FINCA PLUS financial results with IFRS and statutory requirements
Prepare balance sheets, statements of profits and losses, cash flows, assessment of financial performance, account/bank reconciliation and statutory reporting
Actively facilitate internal and external audits
Co-ordinate annual inventory of fixed assets
Update and maintain accurate invoice tracking and detail records on vendor/ vouchers
Handle all payments, payroll and maintain supporting documentation
Responsible for invoice preparation, billing and collections from subsidiaries
Manage cash reconciliations, monthly cash account and petty cash, bank deposits and deposit logs.
Prepare annual budgets
Address all tax management requirements
Technically support contract/vendor management, office expenditures, inventory tracking and logistics

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

The candidate should hold a good Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business
Professional Accounting qualification i.e. ACCA or CPA (active license)
At least five years of relevant accounting experience.
The position requires strong accounting knowledge, analytical skills, a high level of attention to detail and capability to work independently.
Prior experience in developing accounting manuals, policies and procedures
Worked with at least one accounting computer system
Past experience using IFRS as well as Uganda accounting standards
Administrative and clerical knowledge of word processing, files and record management, designing forms and other office support applications
Good working knowledge of Accounting Policies and Procedures
Payroll and/or accounts payable/receivable and general ledger experience
Financial analysis skills
Computer skills – high proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word and Power Point. Proficiency with accounting software.
Budgeting and planning skills
Skills in Tax Planning
Excellent analytical skills: able to clearly link financial results to operational performance drivers generate alternatives and drive positive change.
Ability to clearly communicate complex financial information in an easy to understand manner; able to deliver message effectively verbally and in writing.
Demonstrated success in managing corporate controls.

How to Apply for the job:

All applicants are encouraged to send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, copies of academic credentials and contact information for 3 professional references addressed to:

CEO of FINCA PLUS

FINCA international/Africa Hub Office

Plot 11 Adam House Block B

Kampala, Uganda

Tel No: 041-4340838

Deadline: Thursday, 9th October 2014 by 5PM