Finance Manager Job at National Information Technology Authority in Uganda

JOB TITLE: MANAGER, FINANCE
REPORTS TO: DIRECTOR, FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION
DIRECTORATE: FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION
DEPARTMENT: FINANCE DEPARTMENT
SALARY SCALE: N/MA/N3
DURATION: 3 YEARS CONTRACT (RENEWABLE)

Purpose of the Job:
To administer the finance functions of the Authority by establishing and maintaining a system to plan, control, record and report on financial and other resources of the Authority in line with set policies and strategic plan.

Key Results Area/Accountabilities
 Designing systems, policies and procedures for financial and other resources management;
 Preparation and implementing financial plans and budgets;
 Reporting on actual and projected business and or financial results;
 Evaluation and analysis of financial health and risks;
 Maintaining financial discipline and control throughout the organization;
 Maintaining financial records and preparing financial statements;
 Development and implementation of financial strategies and controls for capital investments;
 Advising management on compliance with statutory requirements especially with respect to finance and accountability;
 Ensuring effective revenue and cash management;
 Providing financial expertise on statutory or commercial debts;
 Liaison with external auditors;
 Perform any other duties, which may be assigned from time to time

Qualifications
 A Masters in BCOM/BBA/BSC (Accounting or Finance Major) from a recognized University
 Full Membership of Internationally Recognized Professional Accounting Body (ACCA, CPA, CIMA, CA etc.) is a requirement;
 A Post graduate in a relevant field is an added advantage.
Skills/Competencies
 Computer skills (Preferably Microsoft office Applications).
 Practical skills on Computerized Accounting Information System;
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 Ability to work on own initiative as well as supervision of a team;
 Demonstrable supervisory skills.
 Excellent business acumen.
 Capacity to establish credibility, and trust and partnership.
 Analytical and problem –solving skills.
 Excellent communication and report writing skills;
 Knowledge of management philosophies.
 A person of integrity and honesty
Experience
 At least 5 (five) years of experience with a reputable public, private commercial or donor funded organization, 3 (three) of which must have been at a similar level/position;
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National Information Technology Authority

How to Apply:
Interested applicants who meet the job requirements/specifications and with the right personal attributes are invited to submit their application form (which can be down loaded from the NITA-U official website www.nita.go.ug), with a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and must specify day time telephone contact, postal and email addresses of both the applicant and three referees, copies of certificates and testimonials to the address below. Applicants must also submit with their application verifiable evidence supporting previous relevant appointments such as appointment letters and employment contracts.
The deadline for applications is 1st March, 2013 (Not later than 17.00 hrs. Local Time). No application will be accepted without a duly signed standard application form.
The Executive Director,
National Information Technology
Authority – UGANDA (NITA-U),
Palm Courts, Plot 7A, Rotary Avenue (former lugogo bypass)
P.O. Box 33151, Kampala-Uganda
Tel: 0417 801 038
4. FEEDBACK
Only successful candidates will be contacted. Any form of solicitation, influence peddling and or any other “backdoor” attempt, of whatsoever nature, to influence the selection process in ones favour, will automatically lead to disqualification of a candidate without any recourse.
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Deadline: 1st March 2013