Uganda
Air and Sea Ltd is a global supplier of transport and logistics services. We
have offices in more than 70 countries and an international network of partners
and agents, making us a truly global player that offers services worldwide. The
effective, professional solutions provided by the company’s 23,000 employees
enabled DSV to record worldwide revenue of 6.5 billion euro for 2014
- The jobholder will coordinate with Operations
to ensure all AR invoices are accuratelyraised and issued timely and all
invoicing disputes addressed immediately - Constant follow up of all overdue receivables
by sending weekly statements and dunning letters to ensure customers
adhere to payment terms. - Ensure timely receipting of customer
payments. - Customer account reconciliation to ensure
that there is no dispute, that payments are allocated correctly and there
are no unallocated payments on customer accounts - Ensure follow up of intercompany receivables
as per IC rules and proper account reconciliation and timely dispute
resolution - Ensure correct customer master data is
maintained e.g Ensure correct payment terms are updated in the system, no
duplicate customer codes etc - Ensure cargo is not released to customers not
complying with credit terms. Any such release has to follow the DSV Africa
authorization policy - Prepare Weekly Ageing reports to be discussed
by management - Bad debt monitoring and controlling
- Month end account reconciliation: Reconcile
individual customer sub-ledgers to the general ledger.
- Responsible for maintaining and disbursement
of petty cash - Ensure adherence to company rules regarding
cash
high level of customer service to internal andexternal customers.
- Responsible for the procurement of office
supplies such as stationery and other consumables - Supervision of cleaning staff to ensure
office is kept clean and hazard free at all times - Organize travel and accommodation for
visitors - Ensuring proper filing of accounting
documents and other company documents - Handle minor HR issues e.g. Identity card
renewal, business cards - Filing of PAYE and local service tax
- Ensure the confidentiality and security of
all financial and employee files.
- Be a team player and contribute to the
overall performance of the Finance department - Provide assistance to external auditors
- Perform any other duties assigned by direct
manager from time to time
- The applicant should hold a Bachelor’s degree
in Accounting or Finance. Professional accounting qualification such as
CPA, ACCA is an added advantage. - At least two years of related work experience
in a busy accounting environment with at one year of handling accounts
receivable preferably in the Logistics industry or large multinational - The incumbent must have proficient knowledge
in the accounts receivable, bank reconciliation and general ledger
accounting - Working knowledge of basic tax laws on Income
tax, VAT, Withholding tax and PAYE - Computer literacy i.e. Microsoft Office
applications especially Excel - Working knowledge of handling intercompany
transactions - Excellent interpersonal and team work skills
- Possess excellent analytical and problem
solving skills - Highly effective verbal and listening communications
skills - Keen attention to detail and high level of
accuracy - Be honest and trustworthy
- Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity
- Demonstrate sound work ethics
suitably qualified and interested candidates should preferably send an application
letter and an updated CV with copies of certificates including three
professional referees to:
Performance Group
8 Kitante Close, Kitante,
Uganda
more of the latest jobs, please visit https://www.theugandanjobline.com
or find us on our facebook page https://www.facebook.com/UgandanJobline
