Lukenge Solomon
Kampala,Uganda
Summary
Knowledgeable finance professional with background in financial forecasting, budget administration and cash-flow management. Uses strong analysis and research to develop comprehensive annual budgets. Drives continual improvement in department processes and workflows.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Country manager
Chances Charity
KAMPALA
11.2018 - 10.2023
- All aspects of the organization's operations in Uganda, including strategic planning, program development, and fundraising
- Oversee financial management, budgeting, and reporting to ensure transparency and accountability
- Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, donors, and partner organizations
- Implement policies and procedures to enhance organizational efficiency and effectiveness.
- Represented company at industry events, conferences and with regulatory authorities.
- Established budgets for programme activities and controlled expenditure to meet targets.
- Established and maintained relationships with key stakeholders.
Finance Manager
Alternative Care Initiatives
Kampala, Kampala District
06.2014 - 11.2018
- Managed the finance department, including a team of professionals, to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with donor requirements
- Developed and monitored budgets for multiple projects, optimizing resource allocation
- Implemented internal controls and accounting systems to safeguard assets and minimize risks
- Collaborated with program managers to analyse financial data and support decision-making.
- Directed budgeting and forecasting activities to align financial goals with organisational objectives.
- Applied advanced Excel skills to efficiently analyse large data sets.
- Created and presented accurate, detailed financial forecasts.
- Reviewed bookkeeping and management accounts to achieve clear and correct reports.
- Led finance transformation projects to reach company growth goals.
- Managed daily finance services for smooth business operations.
- Conducted thorough systems review and implementation analysis to evaluate options and timeframes.
- Contributed to hiring process by interviewing applicants and making recommendations for best-suited candidates.
- Administered payroll processes for accurate, timely salary disbursements.
Finance Manager
Dwelling Places Uganda
Kampala, Kampala District
01.2012 - 05.2014
- Directed budgeting and forecasting activities to align financial goals with organisational objectives.
- Applied advanced Excel skills to efficiently analyse large data sets.
- Created and presented accurate, detailed financial forecasts.
- Reviewed bookkeeping and management accounts to achieve clear and correct reports.
- Led finance transformation projects to reach company growth goals.
- Managed daily finance services for smooth business operations.
- Prepared client quotes and invoicing to create stable cash flow.
- Contributed to hiring process by interviewing applicants and making recommendations for best-suited candidates.
- Managed timely and accurate reporting of various financial transactions and information for detailed analysis.
- Administered payroll processes for accurate, timely salary disbursements.
- Represented the organisation in negotiations with external partners.
- Monitored and reviewed financial controls, processes and procedures to enable best practice development.
- Consolidated comprehensive management accounts, integrating income statements, cashflow and balance sheets.
Finance Assistant
Dwelling Places Uganda
Kampala, Kampala District
06.2010 - 12.2011
- Played a key role in managing financial operations, including payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and budgeting
- Compiled various reports relating to budgets, expenses and payroll for review.
- Scanned financial records, locating and correcting any errors.
- Adhered to all regulatory requirements, supporting overall compliance to reduce risks.
- Worked under guidance of accountants to prepare financial data in correct formats.
- Adhered to statutory obligations and norms of accounting system.
- Conducted financial analysis to support grant applications and donor reporting
- Assisted in the development of financial policies and procedures for improved accountability.
- Drafted and edited financial presentations for management to inform decision-making.
- Processed routine and wire transfers for assigned portfolios.
- Monitored accounts payable and receivable statuses, keeping financial records up-to-date.
Finance trainee
Uganda Clays Ltd
Kampala, Kampala District
06.2009 - 07.2009
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- Finalised VAT returns with rigorous transaction checks.
- Prepared client quotes and invoicing to create stable cash flow.
- Reduced annual business expenditure through careful expense monitoring.
- Liaised with staff and external clients for smooth running of business operations.
- Applied advanced Excel skills to efficiently analyse large data sets.
- Handled sensitive or confidential information with honesty and integrity.
- Communicated with accounts payable manager and accounts receivable manager to track pending invoices.
Education
Certificate of Higher Education - Leadership
Watoto School of community Leadership
Kampala, Kampala District 02.2024 -
ACCA student accountant - Finance and Accounting
ACCA
Kampala, Uganda 08.2011 -
Diploma - Accounting and Business
ACCA
Kampala, Kampala District 08.2011 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
Makerere University
Uganda 08.2007 - 05.2010
A-Levels -
Namilyango College
Uganda 02.2005 - 12.2006
Uganda Certificate of Education -
Namilyango College School
Kampala, Kampala District 02.2001 - 12.2004
Skills
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Reporting and documentation
- Cashflow forecasting
- Corporate compliance
- Advanced QuickBooks knowledge
- Management accounting
- Xero proficient
- Financial reporting and analysis
- Financial governance
- Payroll administration
- Strong communication
- Tax law understanding
- General ledger accounting expertise
- MS Office Suite
- Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable
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Certification
- Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)- Ongoing- ACCA Diploma in Business and Finance
Languages
English
Fluent
Affiliations
- Music
- Football
- Movies
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Certificate of Higher Education - Leadership
Watoto School of community Leadership
02.2024 -
Country manager
Chances Charity
11.2018 - 10.2023
Finance Manager
Alternative Care Initiatives
06.2014 - 11.2018
Finance Manager
Dwelling Places Uganda
01.2012 - 05.2014
ACCA student accountant - Finance and Accounting
ACCA
08.2011 -
Diploma - Accounting and Business
ACCA
08.2011 - 05.2015
Finance Assistant
Dwelling Places Uganda
06.2010 - 12.2011
Finance trainee
Uganda Clays Ltd
06.2009 - 07.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
Makerere University
08.2007 - 05.2010
A-Levels -
Namilyango College
02.2005 - 12.2006
Uganda Certificate of Education -
Namilyango College School
02.2001 - 12.2004
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