Fresher Finance Assistant Non-profit Jobs – Water Journalists Africa – InfoNile
Job Title: Finance Assistant (Fresher Jobs)
Organisation: Water Journalists Africa – InfoNile
Duty Station: Ntinda, Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Finance & Administration Officer
About US:
Water Journalists Africa, established in 2011 as a not-for-profit media organization, boasts a membership of journalists hailing from 50 African countries, dedicated to reporting on water, climate change, and wildlife across the continent. Our multifaceted approach encompasses the identification of cross-border water, wildlife and climate change data and narratives, the training and mentorship of journalists in environmental, data, and science journalism, and the facilitation of in-depth investigative reporting.
Job Summary: The Finance Assistant will provide financial and administrative support to WJA – InfoNile as per our donor regulations and procedures.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Providing secretarial support including timely printing, photocopying, scanning of documents both in hard and soft copy while managing filing system for record and control of key documents.
- Support the delivery and collection of documents, supplies and paperwork to and from different places as requested by the supervisor.
- Provide logistical support and back-up in the planning of conferences, meetings, workshops and retreats
- Ensure that the office is kept tidy and clean through regular cleaning of office premises and the compound.
- Maintain proper filing of all financial documentation including vouchers, contracts, tender documents, invoices, receipts etc. to ensure proper record keeping and facilitate future audits.
- Perform other duties incidental to the above assigned from time to time by the project Accountant
- Maintain petty cash ledgers and ensure that the Petty cash replenishment is prepared the moment the paid cash is 75% of the cash float.
- Support the project accountant and ensure that data is posted on a daily basis, and that the financial information is processed accurately and reliable reports are generated timely
- Perform systems analysis to identify any irregularities (such as wrong posting) and propose immediate corrective actions to the accountant.
- Perform other administrative woks such as booking flights, hotels, and other facilities necessary for the proper coordination of programs activities.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The applicant must hold a Bachelors Degree in Accounting and Finance or Business Administration
- One year of relevant work experience.
- Good communication skills
- Advanced proficiency in Excel, and word
- Highly motivated, results-oriented, and with well-developed problem-solving skills
- Proven commitment to accountability practices
- Proven ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work with limited supervision
- Advanced English proficiency and fluency in the local language
NB: Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates are invited to submit updated CV and cover letter explaining their motivation and why they are suited for the post.
Applications can be sent to accounts@infonile.org
Deadline: 8th April 2024.