Finance Assistant At Innovations for Poverty Action

Finance Assistant

Uganda * Full-time

Innovations for Poverty Action

Department Summary

The IPA Uganda Finance Department is responsible for all financial functions in Uganda, including accounting, payments and banking, payroll, budgeting, financial reporting, and grant financial management and compliance. The IPA Uganda Finance Department ensures compliance with donor regulations as well as Organizational internal policies and procedures. In its role as a support to the Program operations, the Finance Department provides timely reports and assistance to the Country representatives and the Program team to ensure that financial resources are used efficiently and effectively.

General Position Summary

Working in the Finance Department under the direction of the Associate Finance Manager, the Finance Assistant will assist in the processing and recording of payment transactions in a timely and accurate manner in line with IPA applicable policies and guidelines.

Category: Finance Total Positions: 01 Location: Uganda Full-time Salary: UGX 1,414,650 – UGX 2,563,937 Posted 1 day ago

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Daily Financial Operations & Processing

Process day-to-day financial transactions including mobile money payments, vendor payments, and expense processing in line with approved workflows
Maintain and update VAT and withhold tax schedules using standardized templates
Support preparation and submission of statutory filings with the relevant revenue authorities under defined procedures
Maintain organized financial records and documentation to support audit readiness

Execute finance tasks using ERP systems and automated tools

Accounts Payable, Compliance & Documentation Support
Conduct preliminary checks on vendor invoices for completeness and documentation accuracy
Support compliance reviews using standard templates and shared service guidelines
Coordinate with shared services teams and external audit support providers where required
Maintain structured documentation supporting procurement and payment processes

Financial Close, Reconciliation & Reporting Support

Assist with preparation of reconciliation templates and monthly close documentation
Maintain finance schedules and trackers supporting reporting processes
Support preparation of data extracts and reports from ERP systems
Maintain structured filing for balance sheet support documentation

Other Roles: Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor commensurate with position roles and responsibilities

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QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

Academic and Trades Qualifications

A University degree in Finance and/or Accounting
An additional certification or part certification in professional accounting practice like ACCA and CPA is a strong advantage
Working knowledge of NETSUITE accounting systems will be a strong advantage

Work Experiences and Skills

3 years progressive experience in Financial Accounting
A minimum of 1 year post qualification experience within the NGO Sector
Computer literate, with working knowledge of MS Word, MS Excel and Accounting Software
Demonstrates knowledge of general record keeping and filing

Personal Qualities and Behavioral Traits

Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Demonstrates diplomacy and tact. Is a self-starter and team player.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to details
Ability to deliver creative and participatory solutions
Demonstrates high moral ethics
Highly proactive, self-disciplined and shows time conscience
Demonstrates strong business orientation, organizational, methodical and planning skills
Maintain confidentiality of data/information obtained

Physical Demands/Work Conditions

Work is normally performed in a typical interior work environment which does not subject the employee to any hazardous or unpleasant elements.
Involves sitting and using office equipment and computers
Tasks are multiple and diverse with some interrelationship across processes. Involves liaising with entire staff on a day-to-day basis.
Anticipates frequent interruptions to meet the needs and requests of staff, clients, and contractors
Busy environment that requires excellent organizational, time and stress management skills to complete tasks

HOW TO APPLY

Interested applicants meeting the requirements should fill in an online application and attach their cover letter and CV through the following link. Only short-listed candidates will be invited for the interviews.