Finance Manager at National Union of Disabled Persons of...

Finance Manager at National Union of Disabled Persons of Uganda (NUDIPU)

Location: Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: Director Finance and Administration

Eligibility: Only persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply

Deadline: Wednesday 7th January 2026 by 5:30 pm

Key Requirement: 6-7 years of financial management experience, ACCA/CPA qualification, and lived disability experience.

About NUDIPU

The National Union of Disabled Persons of Uganda (NUDIPU) is an umbrella organization promoting the rights of Persons with disabilities in Uganda with the vision of having “A Just and Fair Society where Persons with Disabilities live a Prosperous and Dignified life”. We exist to advocate for the rights of Persons with Disabilities in a unified voice for improved livelihoods.

Job Purpose

To provide technical support and guidance in the implementation and appraisal of financial management systems, practices and policies for effective budgeting, disbursement, accountability and utilization of resources.

Job Summary

The Finance Manager will be responsible for providing strategic financial leadership, ensuring effective financial management, accountability, and compliance within NUDIPU. The role involves overseeing financial planning, budgeting, reporting, and implementation of financial policies to support the organization’s sustainability and operational efficiency.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Financial Planning and Management

• Assist in the preparation of the annual organizational budget in collaboration with department heads
• Monitor budget utilization and provide timely variance analysis
• Advise management on financial risks and opportunities
• Lead the preparation of the annual organizational budget in collaboration with department heads.
• Monitor budget performance, analyse variances, and provide strategic recommendations.
• Ensure timely preparation of periodic management accounts and financial reports for both internal and external stakeholders
• Oversee budgeting, budget revisions, and budgetary control within NUDIPU to ensure effective resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with statutory financial and employment obligations, including tax remittances.
• Implement sound accounting principles and internal controls to safeguard the organization’s financial resources.

Financial Management and Reporting

• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in line with donor, regulatory, and internal requirements.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for management and donors.
• Maintain financial records and ensure proper documentation for audits.
• Monitor NUDIPU’s compliance with donor agreements and funding contracts.
• Conduct bank reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and resolve financial anomalies
• Verify general ledgers, journals and reports for completeness and accuracy.
• Maintain books and financial records of all programmes/projects.

Management Responsibilities

• Participate in organisational planning including setting of activity and financial targets.
• Participate in the development and or review of policies and organizational structure as and when appropriate
• Advise the Executive Director on all financial, administrative and human resource matters.
• Support fundraising activities (including support to proposal writing and preparation of project budgets) as required by the Executive Director

Other Tasks

• Carry out own administrative functions, including filing and use of word processing software for the production of own correspondence and reports.
• Ensure that the files and recording systems (both manual and computerized) are accurate and kept up to date.
• Carry out any other organisational administration duties such as minute taking and registration at events as may be required

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in commerce (Accounting option) or Business Administration (Accounting option) or Business Studies (Accounting option) or Accounting and Finance (Accounting option) from a recognized University.
• Master’s degree in business administration, or Financial Management, from a recognized awarding institution
• Professional accounting qualifications or ACCA, or CPA Level IV
• At least 6–7 years of experience in financial management, preferably within the NGO sector.
• Previous experience working with membership, NGO organization with many donors will be an advantage.
• At least 5 years in a supervisory role with specific handling procurement, finance, and administration processes
• Experience in using financial systems like QuickBooks, palladium etc.
• Significant experience in financial monitoring, budgeting systems, internal controls, and audit processes.
• Demonstrate experience of working with persons with disabilities.
• Lived experience with disability.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, and grant management.
• Experience working with donor-funded projects and international financial regulations.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SunSystems) and Microsoft Excel.
• In-depth understanding of tax regulations, financial compliance, and audit procedures.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should submit their application letters, copies of academic documents and detailed CV including contact address of 3 referees all in one PDF addressed to the Chief Executive Officer using the link below:

Note: Qualified Persons with Disabilities are highly encouraged to apply. Please indicate your disability category for purposes of reasonable accommodation.

Contact & Deadline

Application Deadline: Wednesday 7th January 2026 by 5:30 pm

For detailed information, please visit our website at: www.nudipu.org

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