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Kampala Finance & Admin Manager

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Finance & Admin Manager
Location: Uganda
Req ID: 2274
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Description
FHI 360 is a global development organization with a rigorous, evidence-based approach. Our professional staff includes experts in health, nutrition, education, economic development, civil society, environment and research. FHI 360 operates from 60 offices with 4,400 staff in the U.S. and around the world. Our commitment to partnerships at every level and our multidisciplinary approach enable us to have a lasting impact on the individuals, communities and countries we serve–improving lives for millions. We seek qualified candidates for the position of Finance & Administrative Manager in Kampala, Uganda.
FHI 360’s Center for Civil Society and Governance (CCSG) supports citizens to mobilize effectively to influence policy, improve lives, and build peace. CCSG works with civil society to increase its credibility, visibility and effectiveness by building its capacity to:
· Advocate for social justice, economic reforms, fiscal transparency, gender equity and the prevention of human rights abuses such as human trafficking and violence against women;
· Promote peaceful solutions to conflict, support peace negotiations, produce radio and television programs to promote social dialogue and tolerance;
· Solve community problems, engage youth in civic affairs and provide needed services to citizens;
· Develop diversified revenue streams and cooperate with business and media sectors; and
· Increase local governments' responsiveness to citizens.
Position Description:
FHI 360’s Center for Civil Society and Governance is currently seeking a Finance and Administrative Manager forthe anticipated USAID-funded Supporting Access to Justice, Fostering Equity and Peace (SAFE) project that will support peacebuilding and conflict mitigation in Uganda.
The Finance and Administrative Manager will be responsible for financial and administrative management of the field office(s). Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
· Review annual budgets and track expenditures against budgetary line items;
· Review project invoices for accuracy and allocate expenditures according to accounting systems;
· Approve payment of monthly expenditures within signature authority guidelines;
· Liaise with bank personnel and officers, track cash balances of each bank account, make deposits of returned funds and client payments, and track wire transfers to/from program accounts;
· Prepare and update Imprest reports on a daily basis and submit month-end reports to HQ according to financial procedures;
· Review and reconcile monthly expenditures of the bank accounts;
· Maintain, disburse, and reconcile the petty cash account;
· Review, track, and reconcile staff and consultant cash advances according to policies;
· Assist in the preparation of financial reports;
· Liaise with Finance/Business Managers in HQ regarding budget realignments, specific budget issues, and status of wire transfers;
· Review and endorse for signature check requests, wire transfers, consultant fee payments, travel expense reports, and other financial transactions as needed;
· Develop procurement solicitations and recommendations for potential providers of needed goods and services in accordance with USAID and FHI 360 rules and regulations;
· Maintain liability, workman’s compensations, and other insurance policies on behalf of the office;
· Track sick and vacation leave for the program staff on a monthly basis.
Minimum Requirements:
· Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, economics, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred;
· At least 5 years of experience years providing financial oversight on large donor-funded projects;
· Previous experience working with INGO, preferably in Uganda;
· Experience with USAID rules and regulations;
· Experience supervising staff preferred;
· Experience with QuickBooks or other accounting software strongly preferred;
· High integrity and strong attention to detail;
· Ability to set priorities and meet deadline;
· Strong oral and written communications skills;
· Only Ugandan nationals need apply.
FHI 360 has a competitive compensation package. Interested candidates may register online through FHI 360's Career Center at www.fhi360.org/careercenter or through the Employment section at www.fhi360.org. Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements. Please specify source in your application.

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