Job Summary:
Trailblazer is seeking a full-time talented Finance and Operations Officer who will support the company in its financial and administrative management. She/he will work closely with the company directors and will facilitate the efficient and effective financial operation of the company. She/he will ensure compliance with Trailblazer rules and regulations alongside its clients’ policies, procedures, guidelines and rules. She/he will be reporting to the managing directors of the company.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
· Financial management and reporting of the company’s financial status
· Preparing and maintaining the business account in accordance with the company financial policies an procedures and to ensure financial compliance, accuracy and completeness of data for its inclusion into statement of accounts and adjustment of budgets related to the business
· Supporting development and leading implementation of financial policies and procedures
· Maintaining efficient financial control (of cash flows, local payments etc), accountability standards, procedures and records
· Supporting all staff on all aspects of allowances, salary advances, travel claims and other financial matters, and calculating and authorising payments due for claims and services
· Preparing monthly financial reports in line with the monthly reporting timetable
· Making all payments, processing all approved payments of supplier/service provider invoices on the basis of complete documentation for bank and cash
· Responsible for all cash transactions including payment and follow up on proper accountabilities for cash expenditures
· Preparing payment vouchers for all payments
· Tracking cash advances and ensuring no outstanding advance for over a period of a month
· Accurately preparing necessary documents, compiling source documents and submitting complete documentation to the managing director for approval
· Daily posting of all the paid transactions in the cash book
· Establishing the cash requirements, and maintaining adequate cash levels and related cash controls
· Responsible for banking activities
· Ensuring the safeguarding of all available funds under her/his control
· Scanning of vouchers and supporting documents and ensuring proper filing in accordance with client requirements
· Maintaining financial files (physical and soft copies) and records
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
· The applicant must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration or a related field from a recognised institution
· Two (2) years of relevant professional experience
· Demonstrated experience with the finance/accounting and administration functions
· Excellent knowledge in preparing financial reports and efficiency in QuickBooks or Tally
· Proven commitment to accountable practices, integrity, and team work
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office Programs, particularly Excel spreadsheets and World
· A professional certification such as ACCA/CPA is a major added advantage
How to Apply:
Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining (i) why you are interested in the position and (ii) how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position.
Email to: info@trailblazer.co.ug
NB: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.