Finance Officer, Jobs in Uganda, at The National Information Technology Authority-Uganda (NITA-U) - 2015

Position Title: FINANCE OFFICER REVENUE-ACCOUNTANT

Organization: The National Information Technology Authority-Uganda (NITA-U)

Employment Type:Full Time Permanent

Duration:3 YEARS CONTRACT (RENEWABLE)

REPORTS TO:FINANCE MANAGER

SALARY SCALE:N/OF/N5

DIRECTORATE:FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION

DURATION: 3YEARS CONTRACT (RENEWABLE)

Application Deadline:28th November, 2014

ORGANISATION PROFILE:

The National Information Technology Authority-Uganda (NITA-U) was established as a statutory body under the National Information Technology Authority, Uganda Act, 2009 as one of the key players in the Information and Communications Technology Sector. Its mandated is to coordinate, promote and monitor IT development within the context of national social and economic development, with a vision as “a facilitator of a knowledge-based, globally competitive Uganda where social transformation and economic development is supported through IT enabled services”.

EMPLOYMENT TERMS

Purposes of the Job:

To ensure accurate invoicing of clients; cash collections; reporting of revenue and accounting data across all Authority’s business revenue centres.

Key Results Area/Accountabilities

·Creating and maintaining documentation directly related to revenue accounting and related policies, procedures and practices;

·Establishing and maintaining a robust billing and revenue management systems in the Authority.

·Preparing and issuing accurate and timely invoices or demand notes for services rendered and issuing reminders and final notices to NITA-U Clientele.

·Preparing and or reviewing billing and sales analysis reports generated internally and or submitted by private contractors respectively.

·Recording, reviewing, summarising and posting of cash returns and reconciliation of cash collection accounts.

·Prepare and post journal entries, process transactions, undertake reconciliations, and manage GL revenue accounts activity in general to ensure balances are recorded and reported accurately in accordance with GAAP.

·Coordinates the timely close of Accounts Receivables in accordance with reporting deadlines including review of outstanding accounts receivable aging, research aged items, and complete period end analysis reconciliation to general ledger.

·To produce timely reports including aged debtors analysis reports to assist with the recovery of all outstanding debts;

·To work cross-functionally and collaboratively with other Directorates and departments to resolve issues, complete projects, and accurate and timely client billing and revenue collection.

·Create and maintain standard Finance & Accounting and management-level reports – usually distributed monthly, quarterly and annually; develop ad hoc reporting as may be required or directed.

·To provide technical input and advice in the computation and or analysis of relevant IT product and service costs as a basis for full cost recovery in pricing the Authority’s services

·Define products and services pricing strategies in order to ensure economic feasibility and profitability

·Conduct financial analysis and models for price reductions/ increases to aid decision making.

·To carry out any other duties as may be assigned by the Manager Finance or Management from time to time.

Qualifications

·Degree with honours in BCOM, Statistics, BBA, Bachelors of Finance and Accounting from a recognised University is a requirement.

·Full membership of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Uganda (ICPA-U) is a requirement.

·Full Membership of Internationally Recognized Professional Accounting Body (ACCA, CIMA, CA etc.) will be an added advantage.

·Post Graduate qualification in a relevant field will be an added advantage.

Skills

·Computer skills (Preferably Microsoft office Applications).

·Practical skills on Computerized Accounting Information System;

·Ability to work on own initiative;

·Excellent business acumen.

·Capacity to establish credibility, and trust and partnership.

·Analytical and problem –solving skills.

·Excellent communication and report writing skills;

Competencies

Professionalism:

Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges. Remains calm in stressful situations. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns.

Confidentiality and Integrity:

Demonstrates confidentiality and the values of NITA-U in daily activities and behaviours.

Communication:

Speaks and writes clearly and effectively.

Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately.

Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication. Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience.

Client Orientation:

Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view. Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect

Accountability:

·Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments.

·Delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards.

·Operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules.

·Takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work department, where applicable

Experience

·At least 3 (three) years working experience with a reputable public, private commercial or donor funded organization.

·Hands on practical experience in costaccounting andpricing of IT products/services in particular gained with a busy Telecom/Internet service provider is a requirement

·At least twoin Pricing analysis, financial modelling and product evaluation

·Knowledge of public service financial and human resource information systems (IFMS, IPPS, OBT) will be an added advantage.

Mode of application:

The Executive Director, National Information Technology Authority – UGANDA (NITA-U), Palm Courts, Plot 7A, Rotary Avenue (former lugogo Bypass)

P.O. Box 33151, Kampala-Uganda

Tel: 0417 801 038 Or via email: hr@nita.go.ug

(application shouldn’t be more than 10MBs)

Applicants must also submit with their applications verifiable evidence supporting previous relevant appointments such as appointment letters and employment contracts.

The deadline for applications is 28th November, 2014 (Not later than 17.00 hrs. Local Time). No application will be accepted without a duly completed and signed standard application form (referred to above) and copies of academic documents.