Number of positions: 1
Duty station: Kyenjojo District
Reports to: Chief Operating Officer

Job Purpose

The Finance and Administration Officer will support accurate financial management, administrative coordination, procurement documentation, human resource administration and the smooth day-to-day functioning of Bulimi’s operations.

Key Responsibilities

Finance Support

• Prepare payment vouchers and maintain supporting documentation for financial transactions.
• Record income, expenditure, advances, receivables and other transactions in the approved accounting system.
• Maintain petty cash and prepare regular petty-cash reconciliations.
• Support bank, mobile-money, supplier and customer account reconciliations.
• Maintain organized physical and electronic financial records.
• Support the preparation of budgets, cash-flow forecasts and expenditure reports.
• Track staff advances and ensure timely accountability and retirement.
• Support invoicing, receipting and follow-up of outstanding payments.
• Assist with payroll preparation and the maintenance of staff payment records.
• Support internal reviews, external audits and statutory reporting.
• Ensure that transactions comply with approved budgets, policies and authorization procedures.

Administration Support

• Support procurement processes, including requests for quotations, bid documentation, local purchase orders and supplier records.
• Maintain office supplies, fixed-asset registers and administrative inventory.
• Coordinate office logistics, meetings, travel, accommodation and field activity requirements.
• Support recruitment administration, staff onboarding and maintenance of personnel files.
• Maintain attendance, leave and other basic human resource records.
• Manage correspondence, filing, telephone inquiries and visitor reception.
• Support the preparation of contracts, reports, meeting minutes and official documents.
• Coordinate with field, nursery, stores and production teams to support operational needs.
• Perform any other finance or administrative duties assigned.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Commerce or a related field.
• At least two years of relevant experience in finance, accounting or office administration.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and accounting software.
• Knowledge of bookkeeping, reconciliations, documentation and basic financial controls.
• Progress toward a professional accounting qualification will be an added advantage.
• Experience working in an agribusiness, development organization or start-up environment is desirable.

Required Competencies

• High level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Strong numerical, organizational and administrative skills.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should submit their application following this link https://forms.gle/HVefq5dtbhBgfkmn6

1. A 2-paged and updated curriculum vitae.
2. A one-page application or cover letter clearly indicating the position applied for.
3. Copies of relevant academic and professional qualifications attached to the CV.
4. Contact details for at least three professional referees.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Bulimi is an equal-opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applications from qualified women, young professionals, persons with disabilities and candidates from the programme communities are strongly encouraged.

Bulimi does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants should not make any payment to any person claiming to represent Bulimi in exchange for employment or preferential consideration.