Job title: Finance and Administration Director (2)
The Employment type: Full time
The Country: Uganda
The City / Location: Kampala
The Job category: Accounting/Finance/Insurance
The Min. years of experience: more than 10 years
The Minimum degree: Masters degree
Overview of the Employer: Uganda Retirement Benefits Regulatory Authority (URBRA)
The Uganda Retirement Benefits
Regulatory Authority (URBRA) was established by the Government of Uganda
under the Uganda Retirement Benefits Regulatory Authority Act 2011 to:
a) Regulate the establishment,
management and operation of retirement benefits schemes in Uganda in
both private and public sector
b) Supervise institutions which provide retirement benefits products and services
c) Protect the interest of member and beneficiaries of retirement benefits schemes
d) Promote the development of the retirement benefits sector
e) Provide for licensing for custodians,
trustees, administration and fund managers of retirement benefits
schemes, the appointment of inspectors and interim administrators.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Prepare accurate, timely and regular financial statements Prepare and present financial plans, budgets and other financial documents as required by the Board and the
• CEO
• Formulate financial policies and procedures and ensure compliance thereto
• Regulate, supervise and implement accurate books of accounts
• Implement a financial audit on a regular and continuous basis for purposes of monitoring the Authority’s financial performance
• Maintain stringent financial controls systems in order to monitor budget against expenses
• Guide, control and monitor the level of compliance to financial regulations and reporting standards
• Ensure that the Authority complies with all audits, accounting and reporting requirements as set by the statutory bodies
• Alert or warn the Board of directors of financial irregularities, non-compliance, non-adherence and other financial concerns that relate to the Authority
• Collaborate and coordinate activities with external auditors, financial consultants etc.
• Define the HR strategy and policies of the Authority in line with the overall organizational strategy
• Develop URBRA’s human resources and administration, enhancing professional development, compensation and benefits, performance evaluation, training and recruiting.
• Ensure that recruiting processes are consistent and streamlined
• Establish and manage a comprehensive training program
• Oversee administrative functions as well as facilities to ensure efficient and consistent operations for submission to the CEO and the board of directors
Required Education & Experience:
• A Master's degree in Accounting, Financial Analysis, Financial Management, or a Business related field
• Post graduate diploma in Human Resource Management or Public Administration is an added advantage
• A professional qualification in CPA, ACCA, CIMA or CFA
• Membership in a relevant professional body
• A seasoned Finance or Accounting professional with a minimum often (10) years of financial management experience at senior management
• Prepare accurate, timely and regular financial statements Prepare and present financial plans, budgets and other financial documents as required by the Board and the
• CEO
• Formulate financial policies and procedures and ensure compliance thereto
• Regulate, supervise and implement accurate books of accounts
• Implement a financial audit on a regular and continuous basis for purposes of monitoring the Authority’s financial performance
• Maintain stringent financial controls systems in order to monitor budget against expenses
• Guide, control and monitor the level of compliance to financial regulations and reporting standards
• Ensure that the Authority complies with all audits, accounting and reporting requirements as set by the statutory bodies
• Alert or warn the Board of directors of financial irregularities, non-compliance, non-adherence and other financial concerns that relate to the Authority
• Collaborate and coordinate activities with external auditors, financial consultants etc.
• Define the HR strategy and policies of the Authority in line with the overall organizational strategy
• Develop URBRA’s human resources and administration, enhancing professional development, compensation and benefits, performance evaluation, training and recruiting.
• Ensure that recruiting processes are consistent and streamlined
• Establish and manage a comprehensive training program
• Oversee administrative functions as well as facilities to ensure efficient and consistent operations for submission to the CEO and the board of directors
Required Education & Experience:
• A Master's degree in Accounting, Financial Analysis, Financial Management, or a Business related field
• Post graduate diploma in Human Resource Management or Public Administration is an added advantage
• A professional qualification in CPA, ACCA, CIMA or CFA
• Membership in a relevant professional body
• A seasoned Finance or Accounting professional with a minimum often (10) years of financial management experience at senior management
How to apply for this JOB:
If
you believe you are the right candidate, please deliver your
application and CV clearly detailing your suitability for the position
in terms of required qualifications and experience to the URBRA
reception on 3rd Floor, Plot 1 Clement Hill Road by 7* March 2014 or
send by email (PDF) to recruitment.hr@urbra.ao.ua
URBRA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified females are encouraged to apply
Application Closing date: March 7, 2014 - 5pm
URBRA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified females are encouraged to apply
Application Closing date: March 7, 2014 - 5pm