About US:
Sasakawa Global 2000-Uganda (SAA/SG2000) is a non-profit non-governmental international organization that promotes demonstration and widespread adoption of improved pre and post-production agricultural technologies for smallholder farmers in Uganda in collaboration with relevant government institutions, farmers’ organizations and the private sector.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Manage the Finance Function of the Organization and ensure adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles as required by the Government and Donors,
Maintain an up-to-date financial entries in a computerized accounting system,
Prepare monthly bank reconciliations, payroll and staff terminal benefits
Prepare accounts and audit reports for the project,
Keenly monitor financial operations of subsidiary projects linked to the main project
The incumbent will manage and control projects expenditures, analyzing expenditure against budget and give explanation for variances, if any,
Prepare quarterly and annual budgets, financial reports for submission to donors,
Compute and ensure all relevant taxes and social benefits are paid to relevant institutions,
Maintain accounting controls by preparing and recommending policies and procedures
Maintain financial security by following internal controls,
Ensure financial forecasting and risk analysis,
Verify completeness, existence and accuracy of all accounting information
Perform any other duties as may be required by the management.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The ideal candidate should hold a University degree in Commerce, Business Administration or any related discipline. Additional professional training (ACCA, CPA or similar certification) and relevant Masters will be an added advantage.
At least six years’ experience in a reputable NGO is a pre-requisite.
Previous experience in Peachtree accounting system.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should E-mail an application letter, updated CV with names of three referees and scanned copies of relevant academic credentials to:
The Country Director,
Sasakawa Global 2000-Uganda
Ruth Towers, Plot 15A Clement Hill Road
P.O. Box 6987, Kampala-Uganda
E-mail: sg2000uganda@saa-safe.org and copy: asnakech@saa-safe.org
Deadline: 6th July, 2016 by 5:00 PM