Senior Accountant

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, or related field; master's degree preferred.
  
• Completion of Professional accounting qualification (CPA Level II, ACCA, CIMA) is mandatory.
  
• Minimum 7 years of progressive financial management experience, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or departmental leadership role.
  
• Extensive experience in grant management, donor compliance (multilateral/bilateral), and financial reporting in the development sector is essential.
  
• Proven experience leading budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis in a multi-donor environment.
  
• Strong technical experience with ERP systems; proficiency in Business Central & Jet Reporting is a distinct advantage.
  
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and oversee annual financial statements, audits, and donor reviews.
  

Strategic Financial Leadership & Departmental Management

• Provide strategic direction and oversight for the finance department, ensuring alignment with AKF goals & donor commitments.
  
• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of accountability & continuous improvement. 
  
• Streamline financial processes and systems to enhance efficiency, accuracy & scalability.
  
• Lead the annual country budget process, consolidation and submission to AKF Geneva
  

 Month-End and Year-End Financial Processes

• Oversee preparation and posting of all journal entries, including inter-unit recharges and donor income recognition.
  
• Ensure accurate completion of balance sheet, bank and donor/partner ledger reconciliations.
  
• Consolidate and review financial reports from partners, ensuring compliance & accuracy.
  

Budgeting, Forecasting and Financial Analysis

• Lead annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes.
  
• Monitor budget versus actual performance, analyze variances & provide strategic recommendations.
  
• Preparation of budget proposals in collaboration with the Business Development team.
  

Financial Reporting, Contracts Management & Donor Compliance

• Review & finalize all grant financial reports and monthly management accounts, ensuring compliance with donor templates & AKF requirements.
  
• Lead donor compliance reviews, provide recommendations & capacity building of subgrantees on donor compliance & AKF development.
  
• Ensure all deferred income, receivables, & payables are accurately reported and reconciled quarterly in Accounting Systems and AIMs.
  

Payroll, Accounts Payable, Receivable & Treasury Management

• Payroll processing & statutory compliance.
  
• Coordinate inter-unit settlements & manage diplomatic VAT refund processes.
  
• Oversee cash flow forecasting, liquidity management & foreign exchange exposure.
  
• Recommend investment strategies for idle funds in line with AKF policy.
  

Audit, Compliance & Risk Management

• Preparation and analysis of monthly management reports
  
• Lead preparation & coordination of all audits.
  
• Ensure all audit documentation is complete, accurate & submitted in a timely manner.
  
• Uphold compliance with AKF policies, donor agreements & Ugandan financial regulations
  

Asset Management & Operational Support

• Ensure proper recording, monitoring & disposal of assets in line with AKF policy.
  
• Support SMT in strategic finance initiatives & special projects.
  
• Participate in organizational planning, capacity building & cross-functional teams.