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Post Title: Manager, Finance and Administration
Organisation:KPMG
Country:Uganda
I Background:
Our client is a trusted Energy Sector entity with a
commitment to facilitate investment in Uganda's renewable
• energy sector. In
this regard, our client provides technical assistance and new financing options
to facilitate private sector led renewable energy projects. The entity has
•
identified need and is desirous to recruit an exceptional individual to take up
the role of Manager, Finance and Administration.
Applications are now invited from suitably qualified and
competent persons to fill the post of Manager, Finance and Administration.
I Main duties:
The Manager, Finance and Administration will have full
responsibility for proper financial management and accountability for the
resources of the entity and general administration of the company. The Manager,
Finance and Administration will (amongst other tasks):
Head the Finance and Administration function;
Developing a Financial Procedures Manual that is simple
Education, Qualification and Experience:
and easy to use;
Monitoring and Controlling main and subsidiary accounts;
Preparing financial forecasts (income statements, cash flow and balance sheet)
in consultation with the General Manager;
Preparing Monthly Quarterly and Annual Management •
Accounts / Financial Reports;
Preparing and Submitting Financial Management Reports • in
accordance with Guidelines of Various Development Partners;
Preparing of Company budgets and Finance Department • Work
plans;
Establishing/Enhancing systems of intemal control; Ensuring
compliance with guidelines and regulations of
• Govemment and Development
partners;
- Liaising with the Intemal/External Auditors and following up any audit queries/management letters;
- Monitoring the financial management aspects of the progress of contracts;
- Ensuring timely procurement and payment for the goods and services provided to the company;
- Advising the Company ManagemenUBoard on financial matters;
- Manage day to day administration function.
An individual with deep understanding of the public
financial management and administration systems, public accounting and
stakeholder reporting procedures is preferred. A person will need to have a
strong background of professional and strategic leadership, track record in
people management and excellent communication skills.
A good Honours degree in Accounting (or equivalent) is
required;
Membership to a professional body (ACCA, CIMA, CPA, ACA,
CFA) is mandatory;
Possession of a Master's degree in Accounting or related
field is an added advantage;
At least 5 years working experience in Government aided,
Donor funded or large corporate organisation with at least three (03) years at management level; Experience in
Public accounting and World Bank Financial Management systems and procedures
are added advantages;
Knowledge of computerised accounting packages is also an
added advantage.
How to apply~
If you think you are a highly motivated and committed team
player with the above skills and competences please send your CV to the
Executive Selection Division, KPMG at the following email
address:esd@kpmg.co.ug
You will also need to submit a cover letter giving reasons
why you are the best candidate for this post.
Please clearly state "Manager, Finance and Administration"
in the subject line. Do not attach any other documents at this point. Merge the
cover letter and CV into word or PDF format. Scanned copies will not be
accepted.
Deadline/Closing date: 5:00pm on Thursday, 23,d May 2013.
Only emails received on stated email address and time will be considered
All candidates applying for the position will be selected on
merit and only those short listed will be contacted to arrange for interviews.
For any questions regarding the application process, please
contact Executive Selection Division, KPMG on +256414347833, +256 414346294 or
+256 414 340 315.
