Job Posting Africa Finance and Business Analyst

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1 Job Posting Africa Finance and Business Analyst Closing Date: November 18, 2016 Organization: Department/Division: Work location: Authorized to Work in: Right To Play International Africa Office Kampala, Uganda Uganda (National Contract Terms Apply) BACKGROUND: Right To Play is a global organization committed to improving the lives of children and youth affected by conflict, disease and poverty. Established in 2000, Right To Play has pioneered a unique play-based approach to learning and development which focuses on quality education, life skills, health, gender equality, child protection and building peaceful communities. With programming in over 20 countries, Right To Play transforms the lives of more than one million children each week using play and sports, both inside and outside of the classroom. In addition to our work with children, Right To Play advocates with parents, local communities, and governments to advance the fundamental rights of all children. Right To Play is headquartered in Toronto, Canada and has operations in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia. Visit us at JOB SUMMARY: The Finance and Business Analyst reports directly to the Finance and Business Administration Manager (FBAM). The incumbent is responsible for the proper implementation of financial procedures in all Africa Right To Play programs and operations including Uganda, Burundi, Tanzania, Ethiopia Mozambique, Ghana, Mali, Liberia, Benin & Rwanda. The incumbent works with the respective Finance Officers at Country Level (FOs) to ensure budgeting, accounting, and other financial and accounting functions are in accordance with RTP internal policies and procedures. The incumbent ensures regular account and budget analysis and RTP Africa wide books are closed on time and financial reports from field are completed and accurate. The incumbent is responsible for preparing financial reports for management and performs all balance sheet accounts analysis and reconciliation.

2 PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Job Responsibility #1: Financial Management, Planning and Budgeting (40%) Reviews and analyses yearly financial planning of countries and supports the program team in preparation of proposal and operational budgets and translation of the program activities into figures; supports the Africa Program Manager (APM) liaising with Countries and partners in the process of budget reviews, analysis and templates. Ensures that all staff are aware of the financial accountabilities; communicates on financial expectations and provides constructive feedback on forecasts and expenditures; coordinates with AFBAM and country officers to set a yearly activity plan for upgrading staff financial skills and capacity and leads the implementation; ensures that all project staff are familiar with the roles and responsibilities in relation to financial management and accountability. Reviews and analyses field office monthly financial reports (verifying the coding, arithmetical accuracy, documentation, authorization) and subsequent feedback to ensure timely submission by the Countries. Provides monthly analytical financial report and project cost reports against budget and alerts management team of necessary contractual or management actions based on that analysis and review. On a monthly basis, generates Budget vs. Actual (BvA) and reports to the Vice President, Africa Programs (VPAP) and APFBAM with recommendations based upon complex business transactions; ensures respective Countries understands variance implications and how to respond to and manage them effectively. Identifies additional financial tracking and analysis tools as needed to support decision-making and on-going management review. Performs analysis of the month and year-end financial statements and ledger accounts and reconciliation; arranges and ensures their compliance with RTP and donor requirements. Participates in the annual financial audit ensuring all supporting documents are available for auditors to review; responds to auditor's requests, as well as any internal or donor audits. Contributes to development of a system for monthly account analysis, quarterly grants analysis, funding framework monitoring, and deliver it to Country program to position them for an efficient and easy internal/external financial audit. Job Responsibility #2: Banking, Payroll and Accounting Analysis (15%) Analyses and oversees the daily management of financial transactions and all cash disbursements; ensures that there are adequate controls over cash and bank holdings, performs monthly petty cash count; oversees routine banking services including collecting bank statements, making bank transfers depositing and withdrawing cash, preparing bank reconciliation statements at the end of the month. Reviews and analyses payroll and monitors salary advance reimbursements; stays abreast on the latest development in tax and other related laws in the countries; analyses and ensures RTP s compliance with all Government statutory regulations including licensing payment of taxes and social security fund; oversees timely submissions of such deductions by Countries to the relevant authorities. Analyses financial transactions and prepares journal entries for accrual, prepayments, corrections and adjustments. Performs Monthly review of Countries balance sheet reconciliations schedules and prepares Africa Office part.

3 Reviews reports and performs detailed account analysis, coordinates resolutions and recommends improvement; identifies issues and trend analysis to ensure accuracy and timely clearing of receivables and liabilities. Job Responsibility #3: Administrative and Logistics Functions (20%): Analyses and reviews all procurement processes, supporting documents and compliance to policies. Supports AFBAM oversees the logistics functions to ensure compliance with RTP financial management and procurement procedures. Acts as a member of the procurement committee and verifies and analyses logistical transactions, where applicable. Job Responsibility #4: Systems and processes (20%): Based on analysis and sound business judgement, provides advice on business process and changes that will result in operating efficiencies. Contributes in team-based effort to improve finical management systems to enhance to achievement of organizational objectives. Coordinates system and business process assessments to confirm or create efficient and effective controls. Supports AFBAM to train finance and program staff on RTP financial policies and best practice financial management. Job Responsibility #5: Perform Other Duties As Assigned (5%): Performs other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Must have) EDUCATION/TRAINING/CERTIFICATION: Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, accounting or related discipline. EXPERIENCE: 5 years experience in a similar role working in accounting, grants and developing budgets management. COMPETENCIES / PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES: Attention to detail and ability to plan and implement work plan with minimum supervision Good networking and interpersonal skills

4 Ability work with large data with attention to details Ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines and pressure Excellent communication and reporting skills Strong analytical abilities and ability to prepare concise and informative financial reports Excellent reporting skills Good professional verbal and written communication skills Ability to work as part of a team in culturally diverse professional staff Leadership and management skills TECHNICAL SKILLS: Excellent MS Office including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Familiarity with accounting software Proven ability in using financial management software LANGUAGES: Fluency in written and spoken English and French DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS (An Asset): Knowledge of ACCPAC accounting software CPA, ACCA or CMA or other related designations Superior bookkeeping skills Previous experience working in I/NGO Experience managing direct reports SPECIAL CONDITIONS: Ability to travel internationally is required Compensation: We offer a competitive salary and benefits package Employment Start Date: January 2017 Contract Duration: Contract HOW TO APPLY: If you are interested in applying for this position, please send your resume and cover letter to: UgandaHR@righttoplay.com and kindly include Africa Finance and Business Analyst and your name in

5 the subject line. Please indicate your salary expectations in the cover letter. Please note that this is a national post. While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Right To Play is a child-centered organization. Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to the safety and protection of children in our programs. To learn more about who we are and what we do, please visit our website at Right To Play - Human Resources Philosophy Right To Play is an international humanitarian organization that uses the power of sport and play to improve the lives of children in the disadvantaged areas of the world. We believe that all children have the right to play. Right To Play s human resources philosophy reflects the spirit that drives the organization. The philosophy influences the kind of people who are interested in working for us, the kind of people we recruit and how we treat our people. Right To Play s culture is entrepreneurial, where employees are encouraged and empowered to perform in the context of rapid international growth, and to aim for the highest quality and adopt global best practices in delivering our programs. Our employees are global citizens who are passionate about improving the world we live in through value-based grassroots activities. We work on the ground with and through people in the communities we serve to improve the lives of their children. By having a constant presence in these communities and helping them develop the resources and skills they need to help themselves, we aim for sustainable, long-term development. To translate our vision into action, our philosophy for delivering our programs is LOOK AFTER YOURSELF, LOOK AFTER ONE ANOTHER. Our employees are the backbone of this delivery, and the philosophy supports them by defining the desired outcomes of our human resources philosophy. This means that we pay competitive salaries, provide comprehensive benefits, encourage employee social events, provide development opportunities and a great work environment. We measure the success of this philosophy by indicators such as employee satisfaction surveys and staff turnover rate, as well as the overall success of Right To Play.