Babirye Alicio

An Accountant and Finance Administrator with over 6 years of progressive experience in Financial Management, Accounting, and Administration within both private sector organizations and nongovernmental organizations. Adept at driving financial performance, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and implementing robust financial controls to enhance operational efficiency. Proven expertise in Budgeting, Financial Reporting, Audit Coordination, and Resource Optimization, with a strong track record of leading finance teams and supporting strategic decision-making.

Skilled in leveraging accounting software, financial modelling, and data analysis to provide actionable insights that drive organizational growth. Known for combining technical financial expertise with strong managerial and interpersonal skills to foster team collaboration, strengthen stakeholder relationships, and deliver results in dynamic environments. Committed to excellence, integrity, and continuous professional development, aiming to contribute to organizational success through strategic financial leadership.

Accountant - Population Services International Uganda - Uganda

(2023-04 - 2025-12)

• Processed and verified 500+ vendor invoices monthly, staff advanced and reviewed treasury transactions.
• Implemented a streamlined invoice tracking system, reducing payment processing time by 25% and improving vendor satisfaction.
• Managed vendor account reconciliations, resolving discrepancies and maintaining up-to-date supplier statements.
• Verified mobile money payments for field activities
• Managed approved sales stock and reconciled requisitions with inventory records.
• Managed month-end close, (accruals, prepayments and journals) in line with IFRS.
• Managed General Ledger and Balance Sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial records.
• Prepared monthly balance sheet account schedules, aging reports, and reconciliations (inventory offset, bank reconciliation accounts, AP-related)
• Managed monthly common cost allocations.
• Maintained the Fixed Assets Register and supervised petty cash management, ensuring proper controls and accountability.
• Led monthly project financial reviews to manage budgets, track budget-vs-actual performance, update forecasts and compliance.
• Ensured strict compliance with donor financial requirements and prepared donor and submitted VAT reports.
• Prepared statutory returns.
• Coordinated and supported Annual Statutory and Global audits, ensuring adherence to required standards and guidelines.
• Trained, mentored, and supported finance staff on accounts procedures, strengthening internal controls and team capacity.

Finance and Administration Officer - Self Help Africa - Uganda

(2022-09 - 2023-03)

• Managed financial operations including payments, reconciliations, cash management and financial reporting in compliance with donor and organizational requirements.
• Processed mobile money payments for field activities
• Supported budget preparation, monitoring, and variance analysis, enabling effective cost control and resource allocation.
• Maintained accurate records of transactions in accounting systems, ensuring compliance with IFRS and internal audit standards.
• Coordinated procurement processes including sourcing, supplier evaluation, bid evaluation, contract administration and delivery follow-up.
• Assisted in external and internal audit preparations, ensuring all supporting documents were readily available and compliant.
• Payroll preparation and management.

Finance and Administrative Officer - Program for Accessible Health Communication and Education (PACE) - Uganda

(2021-06 - 2022-08)

• Managed financial transactions, reconciliations, and expense tracking for multiple donor-funded projects, ensuring full compliance with USAID and PSI financial guidelines.
• Processed mobile money payments for field activities
• Prepared and submitted monthly and quarterly financial reports, improving reporting timeliness and accuracy by 20%.
• Supported budget formulation, forecasting, and expenditure monitoring, ensuring alignment with program work plans and donor requirements.
• Maintained accurate accounting records in the financial management system (QuickBooks/Sun Systems), ensuring compliance with IFRS and internal control standards.
• Processed mobile money payments for field activities.
• Facilitated procurement and logistics operations, including vendor management, inventory control, and administrative support for field teams.
• Oversaw petty cash management, ensuring transparent disbursement and reconciliation processes for field operations.
• Coordinated audit preparations by organizing vouchers and financial documentation, contributing to a successful audit with no major findings.

Finance and Administrative Assistant - Global Fund HIV Project Program for Accessible Health Communication and Education (PACE) - Uganda

(2019-03 - 2021-03)

• Assisted in preparing monthly expenditure reports and financial summaries, improving reporting accuracy and timeliness for project management.
• Managed petty cash disbursements and replenishments, ensuring accurate documentation and accountability for all transactions.
• Provided administrative and logistical support for workshops, field missions, and stakeholder meetings to ensure smooth project implementation.
• Collaborated with the procurement team in supplier documentation, purchase requisitions, and payment processing to maintain compliance and efficiency.
• Maintained up-to-date filing and archiving systems for financial and administrative documents, enhancing audit readiness.
• Supported budget tracking and variance analysis, helping management make informed decisions on cost controls.
• Processed mobile money payments for field activities.
• Facilitated timely processing of staff advances and liquidations, ensuring proper follow-up and adherence to donor requirement
• Processed mobile money payments for field activities s.
• Contributed to internal and external audit exercises, ensuring all supporting documents were properly filed and available.
• Strengthened communication between finance and field teams, reducing document turnaround time and improving overall project coordination.

Master of Business Administration - Finance - Makerere University (2025-08)

Certified Public Accountant - Accounting - Certified Public Accountants of Uganda (2021-12)

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting - Makerere University (2018-12)

Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education - Mengo Senior School (2013-13)