Hi, I’m
Patrick Omara
Finance and Administration Professional
Kampala
Summary
Dynamic educationalist and finance manager with over 10 years of experience in promoting quality education, sustainable growth, and community empowerment. Proven track record in strategic oversight, financial planning, budgeting, and resource mobilization, complemented by a strong commitment to institutional excellence. Recognized for effectively training and coaching staff while fostering collaboration within teams to achieve organizational goals. Eager to leverage expertise at the School for Life Foundation to drive impactful initiatives that enhance the lives of young people in need of quality education and livelihood opportunities.
Overview
25
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Muni University Under the RETI Consortium
Consortium Finance Manager
03.2024 - 09.2024
Job overview
- Strengthened internal controls through regular audits and adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements.
- Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
- Negotiated favorable terms with vendors, resulting in significant cost savings for the company.
- Drove the alignment of programs and systems with MCF's global priorities, ensuring synergy across all strategic priority areas
- .Represent RETI at senior levels with donors, partners, and government, positioning the Consortium as a credible, values-based development partner.
Uganda National Council for Science and Technology
Project Finance Specialist/Accountant
05.2021 - 02.2024
Job overview
- Analyzed financial statements against forecasts to prepare high-level variance analysis.
- Ensured compliance with national regulations, internal policies, and government of Uganda policies
- Maintained transparent and accountable reporting to the UNCST management
- Oversaw effective risk management, internal controls, and audit readiness in collaboration with the broader leadership team
- Prepared comprehensive annual reports highlighting key financial metrics and achievements for stakeholders'' review.
- Identified and addressed control matters, maintained sound processes and compiled data for testing projections.
- Enhanced internal control systems and procedures to mitigate risk and support opportunities.
Uganda National Roads Authority
Accountant
03.2018 - 09.2020
Job overview
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
Expanding Social Protection Programme-Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Devt
Programme Accountant
03.2013 - 02.2018
Job overview
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
- Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
- Managed cash flow effectively, ensuring all company liabilities were met in a timely manner and surplus funds were invested wisely.
Medical Teams International
Program Manager
04.2009 - 09.2011
Job overview
- Managed cross-functional teams for successful project completion within deadlines and budgets.
- Managed multiple strategic projects with numerous sub-projects or workstreams.
- Built a leadership culture of integrity, teamwork, and inclusivity.
- Provide strategic direction and mentorship to the department heads and other leaders within the organization
- Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring support for program initiatives.
Uganda Martyrs S. S Namugongo
Teacher
03.2002 - 06.2006
Job overview
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
National Teachers College, Ngetta
Lecturer
10.1999 - 06.2000
Job overview
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth.
- Created and designed quizzes, tests and projects to assess student knowledge.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on curriculum development and sharing best practices in teaching strategies.
- Developed and implemented innovative teaching strategies to engage students in lectures and coursework.
Education
Quantic School of Technology And BusinessWashington
MBA from Finance And Management
04.2001
Oxford Brookes UniversityOxford
Bachelor of Science from Accounting
04.2001
Makerere UniversityKampala
Bachelor of Science from Education
04.2001
Skills
Financial management
Certification
[ACCA], [Association of Chartered Certified Accountants]
Timeline
Consortium Finance Manager
Muni University Under the RETI Consortium
03.2024 - 09.2024
Project Finance Specialist/Accountant
Uganda National Council for Science and Technology
05.2021 - 02.2024
Accountant
Uganda National Roads Authority
03.2018 - 09.2020
[ACCA], [Association of Chartered Certified Accountants]
07-2017
Programme Accountant
Expanding Social Protection Programme-Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Devt
03.2013 - 02.2018
Program Manager
Medical Teams International
04.2009 - 09.2011
Teacher
Uganda Martyrs S. S Namugongo
03.2002 - 06.2006
Quantic School of Technology And Business
MBA from Finance And Management
04.2001
Oxford Brookes University
Bachelor of Science from Accounting
04.2001
Makerere University
Bachelor of Science from Education
04.2001
Lecturer
National Teachers College, Ngetta
10.1999 - 06.2000