About US:
AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) is an international not for profit NGO, with its Headquarters based in Los Angeles, California. Aids Health Care Foundation is registered in Uganda as Aids Health Care Foundation – Uganda Cares (AHF-UC) which is qoliaboration between the Uganda Ministry of Health and AIDS Healthcare Foundation (U.S.A) to provide free HIV/AIDS services; including antiretroviral therapy in resource constrained settings.
AHF- Uganda Cares to date operates in 15 districts including; Masaka, Kampala, Rakai, Mpigi, Lyantonde, Soroti, Lwengo, Bukomansimbi, Kalungu, Kalangala, Masindi, Amuria, Butambala, Gomba, Serere, Hoima and Tororo supporting 32 clinic sites country wide.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
The Senior Accounts Officer will ensure compliance and adherence to AHF policies and procedures and Donor requirements.
Keen review invoices, payment Vouchers, cheques and all associated supporting documents with accurate account codes.
Deposit and withdrawal of cash/cheques and ensure that all cash receipts, bank deposit slip agrees with the receipt record.
Ensure timely processing of staff/vendors invoices and proper documentation of all financial documents.
Update and maintain a cash advance register and ensure weekly submission of accountabilities and cash refund journals to the Accounting Firm.
In charge of the preparation and submission of monthly statutory obligation i.e. PAYE, NSSH withholding Tax etc.
Receive/Record and reconcile all accountabilities and cash refunds received from staff/partners.
Prepare and submit daily cash receipt reports for management review.
Prepare and submit cash receipt report on a weekly basis Regular Update of Accounting Software, review postings and prepare financial & management reports.
Carry out monthly reconciliation of Staff Advances and update management on the status of staff financial positions on a regular basis,
Keenly check the financial transactions for compliance to AHF policies and the respective project requirements.
Ensure accuracy of all financial documents, accurate coding and proper filing.
Mentor, train and Support finance and non-finance staff on AHF financial standards.
Coordinate and participate in annual external audit, follow up on all issues raised in the management letter.
Provide leadership and supervision to Accounts personnel as directed by the supervisor.
Ensure adequate segregation of duties as per AHF Global policy/Manual.
Maintain a professional customer care approach in interacting with colleagues and vendors
Perform any other duty as assigned by the Supervisor.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The ideal candidate for the AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) Senior Accounts Officer career opportunity should hold a University degree in Accounting/Business related and a full professional course either ACCA, CPA, CA
At least three years’ experience with an International NGO or developmental Agency in a similar capacity.
Excellent computer skills especially Excel spreadsheets and Ms Word.
Working knowledge of IFRSs and the procurement/supply chain process.
Experience and knowledge in usage of QuickBooks and Tally Accounting software required.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates are encouraged to address their email applications including a cover letter and CV Only to: globalhr.africa@aidsheath.org mentioning position applied for in the subject line. The email should not be larger than 2 MB – any larger email will not be considered.
Hard copy applications including telephone contact details should be sent to:
Human Resource Manager,
AHF – Uganda Cares,
Plot 54B Kira Road, Kampala.
Deadline: Friday 12th February, 2015 by 5:00pm