Deputy University Bursar at Mbarara University of Science and Technology

Job Description

Qualifications and Experience
• A Master’s degree in Accounting and Finance or related field from a recognized institution.
• An honours Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and Finance or related field from a recognized Institution.
• Full professional accounting qualifications such as ACCA, CPA or CIMA.
• Membership of a recognized professional accounting body like the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Uganda (ICPAU) or equivalent.
• Computer literacy, with good working knowledge of standard office documentation software and with demonstrable knowledge and skills in computerized Financial Management systems and packages.
• Ability to initiate and institute measures to enforce prudent financial management and proper use and accountability of the University’s fiscal resources.
• A minimum of twelve (12) years relevant working experience, three (3) of which must have been served at the level of Principal Accountant or its equivalent in a reputable organization.
• Should be below 50 years of age at the time of application.

Duties and Responsibilities
• Supporting the University Bursar to develop and formulate strategic financial plans and budgets for the University.
• Coordinating annual budgeting with the Planning Unit.
• Providing technical support to Faculties and Departments during the preparation of their budgets and work plans.
• Coordinating and supervising periodic reporting on financial performance
• Advising the University Bursar on the performance of financial management, planning, investment and resource mobilization.
• Supporting the University Bursar in developing and implementing resource mobilization strategies.
• Developing sounds internal financial management control and monitoring systems and mechanisms to ensure compliance with regulations and efficient and effective management Of financial resources.
• Monitoring compliance with accounting, accountability and risk management systems and policies.
• Maintaining and updating the assets register.
• Preparing responses to Audit queries and mandatory inquiries.
• Coordinating both external and internal audits.
• Drafting Treasury Memoranda
• Reviewing, monitoring and advising on donor funding policies and trends.
• Authorizing expenditures and processing payments as assigned.
• Reviewing bank reconciliation statements.
• Appropriating funds in accordance with departmental budgets; and preparing warrants.
• Following up on accountability for advances
• Preparing period financial reports.
• Verifying financial requests and advising the University Bursar on approval of payments prior to authorization.
• Developing cash flow forecasting and maintaining long term cash forecasts.
• Performing any other official duties as may be assigned by the University Bursar.