Finance Officer

Job Title: Finance Officer
Position: 1 Vacancy
Reporting to: Finance Manager
Contract duration: 2 years (renewable)
Duty station: Head Office
About Teach For Uganda
Teach For Uganda is an indigenous non -profit organization committed to nurturing leaders who
advance equitable access to quality education in underserved communities. Through our two -year
Teaching Fellowship, we recruit, train and place outstanding graduates as Teacher Leaders in
underserved schools to improve l earning outcomes in foundational literacy and numeracy at
primary level and strengthen STEM education at secondary level, while developing their leadership
capacity. Beyond the Fellowship, our alumni continue driving systemic change within and beyond
the e ducation sector. Since inception, Teach For Uganda has reached 86,578 learners across
190 partner schools in 13 districts, developed 568 Teacher Leaders and built a growing network
of 405 alumni leaders.
Position Overview
The Finance Officer will support the Finance Manager in maintaining accurate financial records,
ensuring compliance with organizational and donor policies, and managing day -to-day financial
operations. This role requires strong attention to detail, integrity, and the ability to work
independently to support effective financial management.
Performance Objectives
1. Financial Recordkeeping & Compliance (40%)
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate accounting records in QuickBooks in accordance with
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and in line with Teach For Uganda’s
financial policies and procedures.
• Process and ensure proper approval of all payment vouchers, maintaining sequential order
and completeness of documentation.
• Liaise with the Procurement Officer to obtain original supporting documents (e.g ., invoices,
receipts) for timely processing of payment vouchers.
• Maintain an organized, secure, and easily retrievable filing system for all financial records
for audit and compliance purposes.
• Regularly update and monitor schedules of Teach For Uganda debtors and creditors;
submit weekly status reports to the Finance Manager.
• Maintain and update the monthly Withholding Tax (WHT) schedule, ensuring timely filings
and reconciliations.
2. Financial Reporting and Analysis (30%)
• Contribute to the timely preparation of monthly financial reports, including
management accounts and donor reports.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations and account schedules by the 1st working day
of the following month.
• Oversee requisition and accountability processes, ensuring expenses are correctly
coded to respective budget lines and aligned with approved work plans and cost –
sharing guidelines.
• Assist the Finance Manager in audit preparation, ensuring completeness, accuracy,
and transparency of financial documentation.
• Process payments in accordance with approved organizational budgets and
payment procedures.
• Verify supporting documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with
donor requirements.
• Maintain an updated record of accounts payable and receivable and follow up on
outstanding balances.
3. Compliance and Internal Control (20%)
• Execute month-end closing processes including ledger reconciliations, FlexiPay, and
debit card transactions.
• Monitor and enforce internal financial controls, ensuring proper audit trails and
documentation.
• Provide support during both internal and external audits and implement audit
recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with Teach For Uganda’s financial policies and donor
regulations.
• Support the Finance Manager in the implementation and monitoring of internal
financial controls.
• Provide orientation and training to new staff on financial procedures when needed.
4. Budget and Cash Flow Management (10%)
• Assist the Finance Manager in budget preparation and monitoring.
• Monitor monthly expenditure against budgets and report variances in a timely
manner.
• Support in the preparation of cash flow forecasts.
Required Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration or a
related field.
• At least Level II of professional Accountancy body such as ACCA, CIMA, CPA is an added
advantage.
• At least three (3) years of relevant experience in similar role with a reputable organization,
preferably INGO.
• Mandatory experience using QuickBooks online (accounting system entry, reporting,
reconciliations). Note: You must have hands -on, working experience with QuickBooks.
• Experience working in a NGO or donor -funded organization is highly preferred.
Preferred Competencies:
• Strong financial expertise and familiarity in management and accounting practices.
• Sound practical knowledge of accounting systems -QuickBooks.
• Auditing awareness.
• Financial systems and records management & reporting in an NGO setting.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.
• Attention to detail, organizational and time-management skills.
• Good analytical, numerical, and problem -solving skills.
• High levels of integrity, discretion, and accountability.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external stakeholders.
• Must be organized, dependable, results oriented and able to work independently and
achieve results, with very minimal supervision.
What we Offer:
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• A collaborative, dynamic, and values -driven work environment.
• The opportunity to transform education in undeserved communities in Uganda.
• A supportive team committed to children, learning, excellence, and collaboration.
• Membership in a global network of changemakers dedicated to educational equity.
Teach For Uganda Competencies (for all Teach For Uganda Staff)
• Put Children First in all actions and decisions.
• Embrace a Quest to Continuously Learn.
• Practice Humility and Respect for all.
• Foster Teamwork to achieve collective goals.
How to Apply:
Please email your resume with 3 professional referees and a one -page cover letter to
careers@teachforuganda.org . Please indicate the position applied for in the subject line of your
email by 25th September 2026. Your cover letter should include why you are interested in Teach
For Uganda and in this position.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.