Jobs at:
TechnoServe

Vacancy title:
Project Accountant

Deadline of this Job:
by close of business Friday 09th, December 2016

Duty Station:
Kampala, Uganda

Job details:
ECHNOSERVE BACKGROUND
TechnoServe is an international, non-profit economic development organization founded in 1968 out of a conviction that a vibrant private sector is an essential foundation for economic growth and poverty reduction. TechnoServe undertakes targeted, catalytic technical assistance and other programming to increase the competitiveness of entrepreneurs, businesses and industries that in-turn provide sustainable employment, inclusion of the poor and increased incomes. TechnoServe operates in ~30 developing countries with over 1,000 employees. A substantial portion of our work is in agriculture, enhancing farm productivity and quality and addressing gaps in processing and other agribusiness capacities. TechnoServe also undertakes structured programs to identify and support high potential entrepreneurs in various sectors through leadership mentoring networks, formalization support, access to capital and development of sustainable business services such as Accounting, Finance, Marketing and Human Resource Management.

Program Description:
TechnoServe is implementing the second phase of Strengthening Rural Youth Development through Enterprise Program (STRYDE), a regional youth enterprise development program designed to enable 48,000 rural youth aged 18 to 30 years in Uganda, Kenya, Rwanda and Tanzania, have a more successful transition into economically independent adulthood, increasing their opportunity, ability and motivation to engage in income-generating activities. The overall goal of the program is to sustainably improve the livelihoods of rural youth and their households, ultimately helping them to become active contributors and financially independent members of society. A key strategy of the program is to deliver indirect training to I the youth through partners such as Vocational Training Institutions.

PURPOSE
Provide overall financial and administrative management of the project. The person Will work closely with respective project and country management team. S/he will be_ responsible for financial planning and oversight, budget analysis, accurate financial _reporting and analysis, Tax filings and ensuring compliance with organization and donor fund regulations.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure adherence to TNS policies and Donor Fund regulations g
  
• Ensure that all processes and procurements adhere to corporate policy, legal, contractual obligations, and donor regulations
  
• Prepare perio ical budgets and participate in monthly bum rate calls with Project team
  Review Purchase Requisitions, invoices and all associated supporting documents for accuracy and completeness
  
• Ensure timely processing of staff/vendors invoices and payments, manage cash fioat and proper documentation of all financial records.
  
• input data in the e-payment system and ensure that we exceptionally use cheques/cash payments
  
• Regular Update of Accounting Software and preparation of financial & management reports including ax re-imbursement reports
  
• Review monthly reports from field offices/sub grantee and provide timely feedback and support
  
• Monthly reconciliation of Staff & field floats and update management on the status regularly
  
• Ensure accuracy of all financial documents, accurate coding and proper filing
  
• Preparation of statutory returns including VAT
  
• Support project staff on timely preparation of time sheets
  
• Support month-end, and year-end close
  
• Support the Senior Business Manager to ensure that project work plans and financial planning are in sync
  
• Share spending analysis and trends with project team members to help eynchronize program and financial decision-making processes A
  
• rain and Support finance and non-finance project staff including the sub grantee personnel on Finance processes
  
• Coordinate and participate in periodical internal and external audit, follow up on all issues raised
  
• Regular update of the assets register and ensure that project assets are engraved as per the branding policy

REQUIREMENTS

• Degree in B/Com, BBA, Finance or Accounts Degree majoring in Accounting. Afull/part 2 professional qualification e.g. CPA, ACCA is an added advantage.
  
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in progressive Not for Profit organization or busy organization.
• Experience using e-payment system
  
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel & Accounting Software(s)
  
• Knowledge of donor rule/circulars is added advantage
  
• Proactive attitude, excellent attention to detail, specifically when working with numbers
  
• Strong analytical skills, and excellent judgment in problem solving and decision making
  
• Strong ability to plan, organize, prioritize work under pressure to meet tight deadfines
  
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a client-service focus, and respond to inquiries in a courteous and professional manner

Job application procedure
if you are interested and you meet the requirements , apply by Email only to the Human Resources Manager: ug-jobs@tns.org; please submit a resume, cover letter and three professional references with the position title placed in the subject line of your email and on the application letter. All applications must be received by close of business Friday 09th, December 2016. Please note that only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

TechnoServe Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, women are encouraged to apply.