Company Description

SNV is a mission-driven global development partner, rooted in the contexts and societies where we work. Inspired by the transformational principles and objectives set out by the SDGs, we are committed to building resilient agri-food systems that deliver food security and adequate nutrition; to increasing the reliability and availability of water and sanitation at an acceptable quantity and quality; and to improving access to affordable and sustainable energy for all. In doing so, we aim to strengthen institutions, markets and effective governance within and across the agri-food, energy, and water sectors, reducing gender inequalities and barriers to social inclusion, and enabling adaptation and mitigation to the climate and biodiversity crises.

We are one team of over 1,600 people, the vast majority of whom come from the contexts where we work, in more than 20 countries in Africa and Asia. In Uganda SNV operates through a decentralised approach with a country office in Kampala and regional offices in Arua, Fort Portal, Lira, Jinja and Mbarara. SNV implements donor-funded activities across more than 100 districts in Uganda, ensuring broad and diverse impact.

Our ability to deliver results rests on our robust foundation of experience, knowledge, evidence and learning; our commitment to strengthening capacities and catalysing partnerships; and the relationships and trust of those we work alongside.

Our core values of people-centeredness and respect, equity and equality, and diversity and inclusion, are fundamental to who we are, and what we do. This is reflected in our vision and mission, and strategy, which sets out our aspirations and commitments as our compass towards 2030.

For more information on our operations in Uganda and SNV visit our website: www.snv.org

Overview of the Position

The Deputy Country Finance Manager is instrumental in supporting the country’s finance function, ensuring accurate and comprehensive reporting of country and project finances in adherence to SNV policies, donor procedures, regulations, and guidelines. Under the direct supervision of the Country Finance Manager, the role involves checking, executing, consolidating, and reporting on financial and non-financial data in the country, with a specific emphasis on ensuring stability and transparency in overall country finances. This is vital to compliance with SNV’s corporate financial guidelines, procedures, donor requirements, and accounting and reporting regulations. The Deputy Country Finance Manager plays a key role in advancing the accounting and financial functions within SNV Netherlands Development Organisation.

Job Description

Financial Advice and Information

• Provides financial data, analyses, and advice to internal and external stakeholders, contributing to decision-making processes.
• Balances country interests, relevant regulations, corporate standards, and guidelines while considering project setups with different donors.
• Responds to inquiries related to financial administration and data, aligning responses with corporate procedures.
• Contributes to country finance procedures, guidelines, and finance strategy by providing feedback and proposing changes.
• Liaises with Auditors, and Statutory agencies on financial matters.
• Accurately maintains financial data and prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.

Financial Accounting and Administration

• Executes, checks, and consolidates activities to ensure complete and correct allocation of costs and time.
• Aligns internal and external reporting with financial regulations, SNV financial standards, guidelines, and donor requirements.
• Assists in the management of intercompany projects.
• Timely updates financial systems, maintains General ledgers, Trial Balance, Balance sheet, P&L, and financial analytical reports.
• Manages the Year-end financial closing, External & Internal audits, Financial data reviews (YEC, MEC) and URA audits.

Financial Planning and Control

• Supports budget holders in complying with internal and external procedures, SNV and donor guidelines for financial administration.
• Executes or supports in the execution of financial activities within the country, including the annual budgeting process, periodic forecasting, and monitoring.
• Ensures consistent compliance of country programs and projects with donor regulations, internal SNV procedures, and guidelines for all financial and related activities.

Reporting

• Generates financial management reports and analyses, offering insights into the overall financial status of the country and projects.
• Provides valuable input to both internal and external stakeholders, including donors, ensuring the safeguarding of financial performance and profitability.
• Estimates financial risks and takes necessary precautions. Ensures accurate and comprehensive reporting to donors within agreed timelines, aligning with donor and SNV financial guidelines.

Business Development

• Assists in development of budgets in proposals up to budget value of the Assists in developing budgets for proposals, taking a leading or supporting role in the financial aspects of proposals from initiation to submission. This includes developing, reviewing, and refining budgets in accordance with the full cost recovery policy, donor requirements, and Finance, Human Resources, and Business Development policies and procedures.
• Supports the registration of financial data in various information systems.
• Assists in capacity building for new implementation partners in sub-grant management.

People Management (if applicable)

• Guides, develops, coaches, and motivates finance employees to achieve departmental objectives.

Qualifications

A Master’s degree in finance, accounting and proven experience 8 years in finance management. Proven track record with over 8 years in leadership positions. Experience of donor compliance, taxation and organisational risk management. High integrity and openness combined with commitment to good governance. Willingness to travel to regional offices.

Additional Information

Attention to detail: The ability to effectively and consistently process detailed information.

Controlling progress: The ability to control the progress of employees’ processes, tasks, activities and of one’s own work and responsibilities.

Problem analysis: The ability to detect problems, recognise important information and link various data to trace potential causes and look for relevant details.

Integrity: Adherence to the standards, values and rules of conduct associated with one’s position and the culture in which one operates. Being incorruptible.

Result orientation: The ability to take direct action in order to attain or exceed objectives.

How to apply

If you believe that your credentials meet the outlined profile, we invite you to apply by uploading your CV and motivation letter in English. Deadline is Thursday 25th July 2024.

Working at SNV

We offer a challenging work environment, opportunities to lead and innovate, and a commitment to growing your skills in a fulfilling and diverse working environment. Our staff benefit from and contribute to an international global network of experts. For more information, please visit our website: www.snv.org.

NB: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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