Chief Financial Officer at Opportunity Bank

We are seeking to recruit a suitable candidate to fill the position of Chief Financial Officer.

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer

Job purpose: To manage the financial resources of the Bank and ensure accurate and timely financial reporting to the different stakeholders.

Key Result Areas:

• Lead, facilitate and monitor the Bank’s strategy, annual operating plans and capital budgets
• Ensure that all Board Committee decisions on finance and treasury matters are implemented and provide leadership to the department for proper management of the Bank’s financial assets
• Oversee the timely update of the fixed assets register, and ensure that assets purchased are capitalized and depreciated correctly.
• Ensure that proper books of accounts are kept and maintained
• Oversee preparation of financial statements and distribution to the different stakeholders
• Manage the Bank’s tax liability and compliance;
• Ensure timely and reliable financial reporting to Bank of Uganda, Group Finance, EXCO and the Board.
• Oversee the review of financial statements by external auditors and ensure implementation of initiatives to address areas of weaknesses highlighted.
• Participate in transformational activities aimed at empowering staff and clients in such a way that they become agents of social, spiritual, Political and economic transformation in their own communities.
• Provide continuous leadership, supervision, training and development of the Finance team ensuring the team is effective and motivated.
• Liaise with the HR department in conducting performance appraisals and ensure competency and training gaps are addressed.
• Identify of risk factors and establish or implement established mechanists for the detection and prevention of and resolution of arising risks.
• Ensure compliance with the Bank’s internal policies, external regulations, and the risk management framework of the Bank.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• Member of a professional Accounting body, ACCA or CPA
• 7 years of professional experience in finance and accounting, 3 years at Management or Supervisory level.

Key skills and abilities

• Analytical skills
• Leadership skills
• Oral and written communication skills
• Computer skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Creativity in product development and pricing

Opportunity Bank is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, regardless of disability, gender, marital status, religion and ethnicity.

Interested candidates should send their signed application letters together with their curriculum vitae not later than 29th April 2022 to:

The Head of Human Resources

Opportunity Bank Uganda Limited

Plot 1259, Old Kira Road

Or  hr@opportunitybank.co.ug