Finance and Administration Officer

About you

• You should have experience preferably in the non-profit sector in a similar role where you provide finance and administrative support.
  

• Experience in processing and recording of payment transactions, preparation of monthly bank reconciliations and statements is required.
  

• Degree in accounting or relevant business field is required.
  

• A minimum of CPA 3 or other professional certification would be an added advantage.
  

• Experience with financial software such as Navision highly preferred.
  

• Work with the Finance and Administration Manager to plan and implement financial and administrative operations systems in accordance with GAIN policies and procedures while keeping within donor requirements. This includes systems for Cash Flow management, consolidation of accounting information, internal controls, financial reporting, financial record keeping, grant management and compliance.
  
• Perform financial review of purchase requests, purchase orders, and payment requests to ensure compliance with GAIN policies and procedures and donors grants and contracts requirements and promptly process payments.
  
• Preparation of monthly reports, ensuring all transactions for the month are recorded accurately and deadlines set by the global finance team are met.
  
• Timely preparation of monthly bank statements and bank reconciliations.
  
• Support in preparation and availability of statutory financial Statements, Annual Income Tax returns, PAYE returns, NSSF etc.
  
• Implementing and maintaining office procedures/administrative systems.
  
• Assist in coordinating the travel (visa, booking transport and accommodation) of GAIN staff, consultants and senior partners which relates to the implementation of GAIN activities in Uganda.