VIANNEY Vorbeck Musisi
Kampala
Summary
ACCA with 10+ years’ experience in ledger processes, account reconciliations and streamlining accounts; Possess a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Finance (BAF) degree with a focus on Financial Control and Management, Administration, Budgeting, and Forecast. Accomplished Chief Finance Officer highly effective at driving strategic initiatives with solid financial backing. Eager to leverage 10+ years of experience in dynamic new role at Solidarity with South Sudan.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Chief Finance Officer
Solidarity with South Sudan
01.2022 - 12.2023
- Responsible for overseeing the day-to-day financial and operational transactions for Solidarity activity, ensuring compliance with all policies and procedures related to Finance, Operations Procurement and managing, Office Administration, and promoting strong collaboration between teams and contributing to a learning environment in which personal, professional, and team growth is supported
- In particular; I provide leadership, direction, and management of the accounting team ensuring appropriate financial controls and reporting systems are in place and operating effectively, providing financial/operational/strategic recommendations to the Executive Director and members of the Finance Committee
- I manage the processes for financial forecasting and budgets, oversee the preparation of all financial reporting, advise on long-term business and financial planning, and review finance, HR and IT-related procedures.
Finance Manager
PACE Uganda
07.2019 - 09.2021
- Provide overall financial stewardship, accountability and accuracy of financial reports, develop, review and monitor the implementation financial, assets and procedures in accordance with PACE objectives and the stipulated standards in the Finance Manual
- Develop donor budgets for the purposes of proposals, realignments and extensions, prepare and interpret monthly PACE and donor financial reports, prepare, monitor and operationalize departmental budgets and provide feedback and technical guidance to departmental heads/ budget holders on their expenditure trends/Burn rates in accordance to the PACE financial guidelines
- Support the preparation of the PACE Annual Operating Budgets (AOB)
- Manage PACE Finance team and coordinate and support external and Internal Audits.
Director of Finance and Administration
Social Impact Inc.-USAID/SITES Activity
05.2018 - 11.2018
- Responsible for providing support to office operations and financial management
- Assure that all transactions, reporting and procedures are being followed as required by Social Impact, Inc (SI) and USAID
- Collaborated with executive leadership team in developing long-term financial goals, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
- Streamlined financial reporting processes by implementing more efficient software systems and optimizing data management.
- Managed a high-performing finance team, providing guidance and mentorship to foster professional growth and development.
- Optimized cash flow management through diligent monitoring of receivables, payables, and investment activities.
- Instituted best practices in financial management processes by conducting regular reviews of procedures, policies, and systems for continuous improvement opportunities.
- Consolidated financial statements for multiple subsidiaries, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP and IFRS standards.
- Developed accurate monthly forecasts using historical data trends combined with current market conditions for enhanced decision-making capabilities.
- Fostered a culture of accountability within the finance department, emphasizing the importance of meeting deadlines and delivering accurate financial data to stakeholders.
- Provided insightful recommendations for process improvements, contributing to increased operational efficiency across the organization.
- Successfully managed multiple, concurrent projects by prioritizing tasks and allocating resources efficiently.
- Established strong relationships with banking partners for favorable financing terms on loans and lines of credit.
- Enhanced company profitability with strategic financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting techniques to ensure optimal resource allocation.
- Negotiated favorable vendor contracts by leveraging strong analytical skills and industry knowledge for competitive advantage.
- Introduced a comprehensive performance measurement system that facilitated transparent goal-setting for finance staff members.
- Implemented robust compliance protocols to adhere to all relevant regulations while mitigating the risk of fines or penalties.
- Conducted thorough financial analysis on proposed projects, ensuring investments aligned with company''s growth strategy and delivered desired ROI.
- Proactively monitored industry trends to identify new revenue streams or cost-saving initiatives that would benefit the company''s bottom line.
- Evaluated potential mergers and acquisitions for financial viability, conducting thorough due diligence to support informed decisionmaking.
- Improved internal controls and risk management strategies to safeguard company assets and minimize potential losses.
- Reduced overhead costs by identifying inefficiencies and implementing targeted cost-saving measures across various departments.
- Completed filings and upheld strict compliance with regulatory agencies and supervisors.
- Generated financial and operational reports to assist management with business strategy.
- Oversee finance, administration and operations for all activities for the program
- Oversee human resources, recruitment, and hiring of field employees and consultants
- Ensure administrative processes such as IT, knowledge management, and other systems are maintained and in place
- Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and deliverables in line with USAID regulations and SI policies and procedures
- Establish and implement procedures for project financial management, procurement, sub-contracts, and consultant contracts to ensure transparency and good business practices
- Manage activity start-up and support initial work planning process
- Manage the project budget and prepare financial reports for submission to USAID/Uganda
- Work with the Team Leader to ensure that financial management and reporting is complaint with USAID requirements.
Finance Manager
Food for the Hungry
06.2016 - 12.2017
- Provided strategic financial management leadership for FH within the Country office ensuring compliance with policies and procedures
- Managed the Finance unit and ensured that routine monthly finance schedules and reporting deadlines are met
- As a member of Country Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and participated in regular SLT meetings according to the SLT charter and schedules and was in general responsible for overall financial management and compliance
- I ensured all internal controls and finance functions worked to provide appropriate support to the program.
Financial Consultant
Banja La Mtsogolo
11.2015 - 01.2016
- Carried out Consulting services for BLM to enable BLM to manage an 8.5Million USAID-funded project closeout and Supported BLM meet the USAID financial reporting requirements making sure that; The expenditure reported and income received are properly reconciled
- All project close-out requirements are complied with and The final project financial report is produced.
Financial Controller
Child's i Foundation
01.2015 - 09.2015
- Provided Finance management and control, budgeting and forecast, coordinating and having oversight on the Finance Managers of the three consortium member organizations (CiF being the lead organization), ensuring procurement processes and other financial policies were followed at all times and line managed 6staff members
- In line with the mission statement, strategic objectives, and CiF Standard Operating Procedures, ensured compliance with the law and accounting procedures, safeguarding assets and being at the center of all logistics of the organization and prepared donor reports, forecasts and cash requests from donors and HQs and reviewed and approved the payroll.
Finance and Administration Manager
Christian-Aid
03.2013 - 08.2013
- The core responsibilities of this role included merging of the financial systems of the closed Sudan Country programme into the South Sudan Country programme, effect final payments to terminated staff, establishing the South Sudan Country finance system following CA set guidelines manage the country Programme finance and recruit a national for the FAM position
- Managed the administrative function, providing tier 1 HR, providing tier 1 IT and providing tier 1 health & safety and logistics support and oversaw the preparation of the payroll
- Key achievements in role
- Merged, consolidated, and reconciled the finances of the closed Sudan Country office with the South Sudan finance system, cleared ALL bills and obligations of Sudan Country Programme, Supported, and built the financial capacity of CA staff and Implementing Partners through two capacity building workshops I conducted and recruited a FAM.
Finance Manager ECRP
Christian-Aid
11.2012 - 02.2013
- The Enhancing Community Resilience Programme (ECRP) in Malawi is a £10.1 million 5year programme funded by DFID, Irish Aid and the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- The programme goal is to contribute to the attainment of the Hyogo Framework for Action by halving disaster losses and increasing communities’ resilience to climate change by June 2016 in Malawi
- It was implemented through a consortium arrangement by Action Aid International, Care UK, and CA being the lead
- I was on a four-month secondment from CA-Nairobi
- The core responsibilities in this role were overall to provide budget monitoring and control, forecasting and requesting for cash, coordinating, and carrying out internal audit on the project finance and activities
- Having an oversight on the Finance Officers of the three consortium member organizations assigned to the project and financial reporting to the donor.
Senior Compliance Officer for Africa
Christian-Aid
03.2011 - 10.2012
- This position was based in the CA Africa Regional Office in Nairobi
- The core responsibilities of this role included Monitoring compliance on donor-funded projects in Africa
- Carrying out pre-audits of projects before the external audits, and reviewing donor reports for compliance before submission
- Assessing, Training, and Capacity building needs of Christian Aid and Implementing Partner staff members on compliance with donor rules and regulations and having oversight and monitoring the donor project implementation and spending.
Finance Manager
Christian-Aid
10.2010 - 02.2011
- The core responsibilities of this role mainly focused on managing the last two-quarters of a three-year US$ 5Million USAID-funded Community Child Care Project in Nigeria.
Regional Finance and Compliance Manager
Christian-Aid
12.2008 - 09.2010
- This position was based in Kampala-Uganda
- I oversaw ALL financial and compliance aspects sub-award management of a US$ 8.5Million USAID-PEPFAR funded multi-Country 5year OVC project
- The project was implemented in Uganda, Kenya, Nigeria, and Zambia by 12 Implementing Partners
- The core responsibilities of this role included overall financial management and compliance leadership to the Christian Aid’s PEPFAR CBCO Progamme
- Ensuring all financial reports and expenditures followed Christian Aid and donor requirements and ensured that all partner organizations adhered to USAID compliance rules and regulations in the activities funded by USAID
- Prepared and delivered project performance workshops and capacity building
- Managed the sub-grants, did donor reporting and financial forecast.
Finance and Administration Officer
African Wildlife Foundation
08.2007 - 07.2008
- Provided administrative, financial and logistical support, built in-house capacity with respect to finance and administration matters, to ensure compliance with various donor regulations from approvals, financial and administrative reporting, procedures and overseeing the financial management of the AWF offices in Kampala and the field
- I line managed 5support staff, logistics, and appraisals of my staff and handled the payroll.
Financial Accountant
Africa Broadcasting U Ltd (NTV)
08.2006 - 07.2007
Accounting Support Officer
Concern Worldwide
10.2003 - 07.2006
Finance Officer
Africa Humanitarian Action
05.2000 - 09.2003
Education
ACCA (UK) - Professional Accounting, Corporate Reporting and Advanced Audit and Assurance
Management and Accountancy Training Co. Ltd Kampala-Uganda
Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Finance (BAF) - Financial Control &Management, Administration, Budgeting and Forecast
Kyambogo University Kampala-Uganda
Diploma in Education Secondary (Dip Ed) - Biology, Chemistry and Administration
Institute of Teacher Education Kyambogo Kampala-Uganda
Skills
- Knowledge of computer-based accounting software (SAP, SUNSYSTEM Q&A and Vision Executive and QuickBooks Enterprise QBE) and use of MS office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook etc)
- Excellent communication skills, and ability to present complex information in an easy-to-understand format
- Experience managing USAID, PRM, DOD, DFID, ECHO, GF, TdH & EC grants, contracts and Sub-recipients with Budget Forecasting, Donor Reporting (meeting deadlines)
- Leadership and Interpersonal skills
Websites
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Swahili
Upper intermediate
B2
Work Availability
monday
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Company CultureWork-life balanceFlexible work hoursPaid time offWork from home optionPersonal development programsInterests
Love travelling
Timeline
Chief Finance Officer
Solidarity with South Sudan
01.2022 - 12.2023
Finance Manager
PACE Uganda
07.2019 - 09.2021
Director of Finance and Administration
Social Impact Inc.-USAID/SITES Activity
05.2018 - 11.2018
Finance Manager
Food for the Hungry
06.2016 - 12.2017
Financial Consultant
Banja La Mtsogolo
11.2015 - 01.2016
Financial Controller
Child's i Foundation
01.2015 - 09.2015
Finance and Administration Manager
Christian-Aid
03.2013 - 08.2013
Finance Manager ECRP
Christian-Aid
11.2012 - 02.2013
Senior Compliance Officer for Africa
Christian-Aid
03.2011 - 10.2012
Finance Manager
Christian-Aid
10.2010 - 02.2011
Regional Finance and Compliance Manager
Christian-Aid
12.2008 - 09.2010
Finance and Administration Officer
African Wildlife Foundation
08.2007 - 07.2008
Financial Accountant
Africa Broadcasting U Ltd (NTV)
08.2006 - 07.2007
Accounting Support Officer
Concern Worldwide
10.2003 - 07.2006
Finance Officer
Africa Humanitarian Action
05.2000 - 09.2003
ACCA (UK) - Professional Accounting, Corporate Reporting and Advanced Audit and Assurance
Management and Accountancy Training Co. Ltd Kampala-Uganda
Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Finance (BAF) - Financial Control &Management, Administration, Budgeting and Forecast
Kyambogo University Kampala-Uganda
Diploma in Education Secondary (Dip Ed) - Biology, Chemistry and Administration
Institute of Teacher Education Kyambogo Kampala-Uganda
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