Malteser International is the international humanitarian relief agency of the Sovereign Order of Malta. For over 60 years we provide relief and recovery for people during and following conflicts and disasters around the world. Christian values and humanitarian principles form the foundations of our work. In over 30 countries in Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe and the Middle East, we support people in need – regardless of their religion, origin or political convictions.
Malteser International has been working in Uganda since 1996, with projects in several regions of the country. In Northern Uganda and more specifically in the West Nile region, MI is currently active in the sectors of WASH, livelihood and environment for improving the lives of both the refugee population as well as the host communities. The WASH activities focus on improved access to safe water and sanitation. Livelihood and environment components complement the approach. In the capital Kampala, Malteser International’s focus lies on the health sector with the development of an operative ambulance system, an improved care for physiotherapy patients and the support of an initiative for mothers of disabled children.
For its work in Kampala, Uganda, Malteser International is looking for a motivated Finance Officer – National Position.
As the Finance Officer, you will be responsible for record-keeping of financial documents, petty cash management, preparation of coding stamps, FundtracLight (FTL) entries for bank cashbooks, payroll preparation, cash requests and budget controls. You will also be responsible for ensuring that the organization’s activities are in compliance with financial policies and procedures.
Your responsibilities:
- Assist in reviewing submitted service provider vouchers and invoices to ensure all supporting documentation is attached prior to processing
- Assist in the preparation and approval of the payment summary sheet prior to the upload of payments to the banking platform on time
- Take responsibility for petty cash management in consultation with the Finance Manager
- Act as bank agent for deposits and withdraws for Malteser International’s bank accounts in consultation with the Finance Manager
- Assist in the preparation of monthly bank cashbooks, cash counts and reconciliations for review by the Finance Manager/Country Operations Coordinator
- Prepare coding stamps for bank cashbooks and ensure they are signed and scanned on time in consultation with the Finance Manager
- Assist with organizational audits, both internal and external, with the scanning of all financial documents and entry into FTL, as well as with the review of procurement request forms (PRFs), while ensuring correct use of donor codes and MI budget lines
Your profile:
- Bachelor degree in Commerce or Business Administration-Accounting or equivalent degree, and/or professional certification in accounting strongly preferred or equivalent experience
- A minimum of three years’ experience in a similar position
- Demonstrated ability to adapt effectively to new policies and procedures
- Highly detail oriented and organized
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)
- Fully computer literate (Microsoft Office, accounting software)
What we offer:
- Start Date: Immediately
- Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
- Duration of contract: 1 year with a possibility of extension, subject to donor funding
- Salary according to qualification and experience, insurance package,13th pay cheque
Working for Malteser International
Malteser is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all people, regardless of gender, confession or origin.
Malteser International is committed to safeguarding people within our programmes from exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment and has specific policies on this commitment (including a Code of Conduct) which outlines the expected behaviour and the responsibility of all staff, consultants and other organisational representatives. Malteser International conducts reference and background checks for all staff (including criminal records check for specific roles). Any candidate offered a job with Malteser International will be expected to sign MI’s Code of Conduct as an appendix to their contract of employment and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these documents.
Whether you work as a specialist on overseas service or in one of our regional offices – we offer you a challenging working environment in an experienced international team. More than 1,000 national and international staff are currently deployed in various crisis and disaster areas around the world as well as in our regional offices in Cologne and New York City. For more information please have a look here.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in this position, please apply online at our job portal. Kindly submit your extensive application (CV, letter of motivation, copies of diplomas, three professional references and include your salary expectation) until August 20th 2023.
More Information
- Salary Offer 300000 - 5000000 USD 300000 - 5000000 Month
- Address Kampala, Kampala, Uganda
