The Ugandan Jobline

• The incumbent will receive cash from the
  finance office and pay customers
• Pay supplier invoices in a timely manner
• Maintain an orderly accounting filing
  system for Dwelling Places
• Maintain the chart of accounts
• Conduct periodic reconciliations of all
  accounts to ensure their accuracy
• Maintain the petty cash fund to pay
  suppliers
• The incumbent will calculate variances
  from the budget and report significant issues to management
• Keenly monitor debt levels and compliance
  with debt covenants
• Issue invoices to customers
• Ensure that receivables are collected
  promptly
• Actively contributes to team effort by
  accomplishing related results as needed.
• Regularly update Quickbooks
• Ensure all accountabilities are in by
  close of business every Friday
• Manage petty cash
• Prepare and submit accounts weekly and
  monthly reports. 

• The ideal candidate should preferably hold
  a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business administration, or its
  equivalent
• A minimum of two years’ experience in a
  busy finance department.
• Broad working knowledge of bookkeeping and
  generally accepted accounting principles.
• Keen attention to detail
• Computer literacy skills i.e. Ms Word,
  Excel, Financial packages and Internet. Experience in preparing and
  producing spreadsheets and using bookkeeping software will be necessary.
• Excellent grasp of the English language:
  verbal and written.
• Excellent analytical skills with the
  ability to pre-empt and resolve mathematical problems.
• Excellent communication and relationship
  building skills with an ability to prioritize, negotiate, and work with a
  variety of internal and external stakeholders.
• Previous experience in tally and good
  understanding of Accounting and financial reporting principles
• High level of confidentiality required 

• A handwritten application letter with and
  updated and academic qualifications
• A church and LC 1 Letter and three references
• Two passport photos

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