Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development Financial Specialist - Jobs in Uganda

Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development Financial Specialist - Jobs in Uganda

Objective of the Assignment
The role of the Financial Specialist will be to provide financial management support for the EASP- MEMD PIU and will ensure efficient and effective financial planning and forecasting to meet the EASP goals.


Scope of Work
The Financial Specialist will be required to carry out the following:

Prepare annual budgets that are tailored to achieving the connection targets and other PIU activities;

Monitor the financial commitments and have these reconciled to available funding and ensure there is no over commitment;

Ensure clear disaggregated accounting and reporting of finance from the Window for Host Communities and Refugees at the RHD and settlement level.

Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual cash flow forecast/projections and bring them to the attention of the PCU and the WB for timely release of funds for settlement of all payments to service providers ;

Process payments under the EASP and ensure these are appropriately approved as per GoU and WB financial management guidelines;

Prepare periodic financial reports for respective funders in line with the funding agreements;

Participate in conducting accurate and timely closing activities including preparation and recording of entries, financial statements and maintenance of supporting records and files;

Participate in the preparation of financial reports for MEMD;

Support the Project Accountant under the PCU in the preparation of monthly bank reconciliation

Prepare and take custody of financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and other supporting footnotes and schedules in line with Generally Accepted Accounting
Principles (GAAP);

Provide support and assistance to auditors;

Undertake any other activities as requested by the Project Manager provided these duties contribute to achieving the development objectives of the EASP project.


Person Specifications
Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce/ finance/ Business Administration majoring in Accounting/ financial

Master’s Degree in Business Administration/Accounting/Finance from a recognized University/Institution.

Full Professional qualification in either ACCA, CPA, CFA or CA.


Experience

At least eight (8) years of relevant professional experience in financial management, financial analysis and accounting four (4) of which must have been in an accounting and financial management systems role at a senior level in government or a reputable organisation.

Specific experience in implementing large scale infrastructure projects related

work financed by Multilateral/ Development Financial Institutions such as the World Bank, ADB, AFD, KfW, China Exim Bank or equivalent.

Demonstrated experience in using in using World Bank and Government’s accounting systems such as Integrated Financial Management Information System (IFMIS) and World Bank Client Connection.


Competencies
Technical

Knowledge of accounting software and financial systems.

Planning and budgeting

Financial reporting

Accounting/ book keeping

Risk management and assurance

Analytical skills and Strategic thinking

Information and communication technology


Behavioral

Ethics and Integrity

Assertiveness and Self confidence

Self-control and stress management

Flexibility

Concern for quality and standards


Duration of the Assignment
The assignment shall be for an initial period of three (3) years, renewable subject to satisfactory performance.


Appointment and Reporting Obligations
The Financial Specialist will report to the Project Manager-PIU.


Duty Station
The Financial Specialist shall be based in Kampala and stationed in the offices of the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development with occasional travel to the project implementation sites.


How to apply

If your qualifications and experience match the requirements for any of these roles, please complete and submit your application via this link EASP Project Staff Recruitment Application Form.

All applications must be submitted to KPMG via the online application form at the link above.

Closing date for receipt of applications will be August 31, 2022.

Each individual can only apply for a maximum of two (2) positions.

Any candidate who tries to influence the recruitment process shall be immediately disqualified.

All applications will be selected on merit and only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews. For any questions regarding the application process please contact the Executive Selection Division, KPMG on +256 312 170080 or +256 312 170081.


For more information and job application details, see; Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development Financial Specialist Jobs in Uganda


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