Job title Head of Finance
Department Finance Department, the Campus
Location Bwanga–Katosi in Mukono District
Reports to Head of School
Direct reports Finance Assistants; Procurement Support Personnel
Contract type Fixed-term 3yrs contract, probation of [six] months
Residence Resident on campus
1. Background
The the Campus brings education and healthcare together in one place, for children and young people, many of whom live
with chronic health conditions. Behind every classroom, clinic and boarding house there is a budget that has to be planned
with care, spent wisely and explained openly to donors, the Board and the families we serve.
The Head of Finance provides the financial leadership that makes this possible, so that the Campus is sustainable,
accountable and trusted.
2. Job Purpose
To lead all financial functions of the the Campus, making sure resources are looked after well, the law and donor
requirements are met, internal controls are strong, the Campus remains financially sustainable, and financial reporting is clear
and honest.
Division of leadership. The Head of Finance is professionally responsible for financial management, controls, accounting,
financial reporting, tax and statutory compliance, and donor financial reporting. The Head of School sets Campus priorities,
leads the annual budget process together with the Head of Finance, and approves spending within delegated authority. The
Head of HR & Operations runs procurement and keeps the physical asset register; the Head of Finance reviews
procurement against budget and value for money, and keeps the financial records of assets. The Head of Finance advises
senior leadership and the Board objectively, and raises concerns about financial controls or compliance whenever they arise.
3. Key Responsibilities
3.1 Financial Strategy and Planning
3.1.1 Develop long-term financial strategies for the Campus.
3.1.2 Lead the annual budget process with the Head of School and department heads, from first draft to Board
approval.
3.1.3 Support institutional sustainability planning, including future funding needs and sources of income.
3.1.4 Give clear, honest financial advice to the Head of School, senior leadership and the Board.
3.2 Financial Management
3.2.1 Oversee accounting systems and keep complete, accurate financial records.
3.2.2 Manage cash flow and treasury, including bank accounts and payment approvals.
3.2.3 Monitor budget performance each month and explain differences from budget to budget holders and the Head
of School.
3.2.4 Keep spending under control, and work with budget holders to correct overspending early.
3.3 Financial Reporting
3.3.1 Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports on time.
3.3.2 Present financial information to leadership and the Board in plain language that colleagues outside finance can
use.

3.3.3 Maintain donor and grant compliance, and prepare donor financial reports to the required standard and
deadlines.
3.4 Audit, Compliance and Internal Control
3.4.1 Coordinate internal and external audits, and follow up so that audit recommendations are acted on.
3.4.2 Make sure tax and statutory obligations are met on time
3.4.3 Strengthen financial controls and risk-reduction systems, including separation of duties and approval limits.
3.4.4 Report any suspected fraud, loss or serious breach of controls promptly to the Head of School
3.5 Procurement Oversight
3.5.1 Review procurement plans and major expenditure against approved budgets.
3.5.2 Make sure value-for-money principles are applied.
3.5.3 Support fair and transparent purchasing, working with the Head of HR & Operations, who leads procurement.
3.6 Asset and Risk Management
3.6.1 Maintain the financial asset register and reconcile it with the physical asset register kept by HR & Operations.
3.6.2 Monitor the Campus’s financial risks and keep them recorded in the institutional risk register.
3.6.3 Manage insurance and other financial protection arrangements.
3.7 Leading the Finance Team
3.7.1 Supervise, support and appraise finance staff, and help them grow in their roles.
3.7.2 Help budget holders across the Campus understand budgeting, expense and reporting procedures.
3.7.3 Serve on the Campus Senior Leadership Team.

Qualifications and Experience
Minimum Academic Qualifications
i. An Honors Bachelor’s Degree in either Commerce (Accounting option) or Business Administration (Accounting option) or Finance
and Accounting or any other course with accounting option.
ii. Possession of a CPA is a must
iii. Membership to the Institute of Public Accountant is a must
iv.
Minimum Work Experience
i. A minimum five (5) five years working experience in accounting & finance department of which, three years must have been
at a supervisory level in busy finance section or from reputable organization.
ii. Experience in the education or healthcare or nonprofit sectors.
iii. Experience managing donor-funded programs
Key Skills and Competencies
i. Strategic Financial Management.
ii. Accounting & Reporting Expertise
iii. Budgeting & Forecasting
iv. Internal Controls & Risk Oversight
v. Treasury & Cash Flow Management
vi. Leadership & Staff Development
vii. Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills
viii. Communication & Presentation

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