Finance & Accounting Coordinator

About the role

Water for Good is looking for a Finance & Accounting Coordinator in Kampala, Uganda, on a one-year fixed-term contract. The role supports the financial integrity and operational effectiveness of Water for Good's programs in Uganda, working closely with local teams on finance, accounting and administrative operations, and managing the accounts for its Technical Assistance projects.

Key responsibilities

• Complete a timely and accurate monthly accounting close and prepare financial reporting and analysis for program and country management teams.
• Prepare budgets, forecasts and cash flow plans for the country, and process payments including payroll and benefits on time.
• Perform bank reconciliations and day-to-day banking operations.
• Prepare URA filings (PAYE, WHT, VAT) and NSSF remittances on time, and follow internal controls while keeping supporting documentation current.
• Lead audit preparation, coordinate with auditors and follow up on findings.
• Supervise the Office Assistant and oversee office administration, logistics and records.
• For Technical Assistance projects: set up and maintain separate project ledgers, cost centers and budgets; record, code and reconcile transactions, including multi-currency ones, and check supporting documents against client or donor agreements.
• Prepare monthly project financial reports, budget-versus-actual analysis and forecasts, and issue invoices and schedules to clients and donors.
• Monitor spending against approved budgets, flag variances and cost overruns, and support client and donor audits and information requests.

Required profile

• At least 5 years of accounting experience, including full-cycle monthly close, with experience guiding junior staff.
• Accounting degree or internationally recognized accounting certification (ACCA, CGMA, CPA, etc.).
• Experience with donor-funded project accounting and grant financial reporting.
• Working knowledge of IFRS and donor financial reporting requirements.
• Ability to deliver accurate work on schedule, with documented reconciliations.
• Legal authorization to live and work in Uganda.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and at least one accounting software (Microsoft Business Central, Oracle NetSuite, QuickBooks, Sage, etc.).
• Passion for Water for Good's mission of improving access to safe water, sanitation and hygiene.