Finance Manager Jobs – Metropol Uganda Limited

About the Organization

Job Description

Metropol Uganda Limited is a Credit Reference Bureau (CRB) licensed by Bank of Uganda in 2015 to offer CRB services to the Ugandan market and has been in operation since then. Metropol provides CRB services to Bank of Uganda regulated financial institutions and other Accredited Credit Providers (ACPs) as provided for in the Financial Institutions (Credit Reference Bureau) Regulations, 2022.
Job Summary: Metropol now seeks the services of a competent and business minded Finance Manager to provide strategic leadership to the Finance department and support business growth aspirations of the Institution.
The Finance Manager maintains and controls the General Ledger accounts and business transactions of MUL, applying the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAPs) that include analytical work and thorough review of financial records. The Finance Manager also takes responsibility for the preparation of final accounts of MUL and also advises on suitable cash investment options that may generate a reasonable ROI for shareholders.

Duties and Responsibilities

Perform the processing and recording of accounts payable transactions and ensure that all invoices and staff reimbursements are paid accurately and in accordance with Finance policies and procedures
Manage the processing of cash receipts, recording of revenue and receivables and work closely with the Sales and Marketing as well as the IT department to ensure that revenues and receivables in MUL are reconciled with Salesforce data at any given time.
Review and process OPEX reports and receipts submitted on a weekly basis by the Assistant Accountant.
Ensure proper accounting for VAT and WHT for MUL customers.
Facilitate the annual internal as well as external audit exercises and related tax audits.
Perform general reconciliations of fixed assets, accruals and prepaid expenses for both MUL and MCRB.
Responsible for preparation of monthly accounts and supporting schedules
Analyze revenues, commissions and expenses to ensure they are recorded appropriately on a monthly basis.
Prepare tax returns and corporate reporting requirements.
Prepare monthly and quarterly management accounts for MUL.
Assist in documentation and monitoring of internal controls.
Proper filing of MUL finance related documents.
Overall management of receivables and payables
Other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the Supervisor and or management.

Qualification, Experiences and Competencies

Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce/Accounting and Finance/Business Administration.
Masters Degree in Business Administration/ Accounting & Finance or professional qualifications like CPA (U) or ACCA will be an added advantage.
Proficiency in SAGE accounting software and Microsoft Office applications especially MS Excel.

Knowledge & Experience:

At least five years of relevant work experience in a busy organization
Good knowledge on various aspects of business and finance, including all Accounting Standards and other changes in the accounting profession.
Uncompromising integrity and ethical standards
Creative problem-solving abilities
Ability to prioritize and make strategic finance decisions that support business growth.

Desirable Skills: