Field office accounts’ reconciliation and follows ups on outstanding discrepancies.
Timely re-imbursements from all donors with independent bank accounts by ensuring that all payments made by Oxfam on their behalf are timely re-imbursed .
Payments , Expenses & Payables :
Reviewing requisitions and payments for accuracy and completeness and checking whether budget codes are accurate before approval by various budget holders.
Ensuring adherence to internal controls .
Monthly reconciliation & monitoring of all payable accounts by following up on ageing balances . eBDyawB B2L9K5
Supporting the Accountant with payroll processing and preparation.
Timely consolidation of accruals & ensuring that all accruals for ending projects are posted in pastel.
Ensuring statutory compliance through timely filling and submission of PAYE,WHT,NSSF & LST.
Receivables’ management :
Monthly reconciliation of staff receivable accounts & prompt follow up on ageing accounts.
Monthly reconciliation of Kampala beyonic account.
Liaising with field office finance officers to ensure monthly reconciliation of their cash accounts and beyonic accounts and ensuring that all top ups to the field offices are backed up by their reconciliation status .
Accurate & timely reviewing of all submitted staff accountabilities
Ensuring timely submission of field office documents for posting & regular follow ups in case of any delays.
Quarterly reconciliation of affiliate receivable accounts and billing of outstanding balances whilst following up on long outstanding balances.
Supporting the accountant with the reviewing of beyonic field office documentation.
Audit Support :
Supporting with the review of documentation during audit.
Providing all required documentation or information to auditors.
Responding to any arising querries from audit .
Performs any other relevant duty at the request of the line manager.
Technical Skills, Experience & Knowledge

Relevant academic qualifications in Accounting, commerce, economics such as B.Com, BBA or related field
Significant knowledge and experience, including accounts payable, cash management, statutory requirements (particularly related to Ugandan standards) and standard accounts
Proficiency in numeracy skills and experience using a computerised financial management information systems preferably Pastel and good computer skills (Excel especially, Word)
Ability to prioritise work issues to meet deadlines with minimal supervision and adjust to constantly changing situations while maintaining focus on delivery and follow-through
Good analytical and conceptual thinking skills with a proven proactive approach to identifying and resolving problems and suggesting improvements that continuously seek to provide a better service to Oxfam.
Excellent personal communication skills, in written and verbal English
A high level of self-awareness, personal energy, stamina and flexibility. Ability to work creatively, effectively and under own initiative
Pays attention to detail
Good interpersonal skills and ability to relate well with co-workers and other stake holders
Commitment to Oxfam’s overall aims and policies and experience of promoting women’s rights and the interests of marginalized people in all aspects of Oxfam’s work
Key Behavioural Competencies

Competencies

Description

Humility

We put ‘we’ before ‘me’ and place an emphasis on the power of the collective, nurture the team and play to the strengths of each individual. We are not concerned with hierarchical power, and we engage with, trust and value the knowledge and expertise of others across all levels of the organization.

Relationship Building

We understand the importance of building relationship, within and outside the organization. We have the ability to engage with traditional and non-traditional stakeholders in ways that lead to increased impact for the organisation.

Listening

We are good listeners who can see where deeper levels of thoughts and tacit assumptions differ. Our messages to others are clear, and consider different preferences.