Business Project Analyst (Based in Uganda)

Key Responsibilities

Financial Policy Development

Assist in designing, reviewing, and implementing financial policies and procedures.

Support alignment with corporate governance standards and regulatory requirements.

Compliance & Risk Management

Monitor adherence to financial compliance frameworks (local and international).

Identify risks and propose mitigation strategies to safeguard financial integrity.

Project Analysis & Support

Conduct financial impact assessments for new business initiatives.

Provide data-driven insights to support project decision-making and resource allocation.

Track project performance against financial KPIs and compliance benchmarks.

SAP System Utilization

Use SAP modules to extract, analyze, and report financial data.

Support automation of compliance checks and policy enforcement through SAP workflows.

Collaborate with IT and finance teams to optimize SAP usage for project governance.

Consulting & Advisory

Act as a consultant to business units on financial policy and compliance matters.

Partner with stakeholders to translate financial insights into actionable strategies.

Support cross-functional teams in embedding financial discipline into projects.

Reporting & Documentation

Prepare clear, comprehensive reports for senior management and regulatory bodies.

Maintain accurate documentation of financial policies, compliance audits, and project outcomes.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.

13 years of experience in finance, compliance, or business analysis.

Practical experience with SAP systems

Strong knowledge of financial regulations, compliance frameworks, and policy-setting processes.

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Proficiency in financial modeling, reporting tools, and project management software.