Job
Title: Accountant
(3 Job Vacancies)
Title: Accountant
(3 Job Vacancies)
Organization: Windle
International Uganda (WIU)
International Uganda (WIU)
Funding Source: United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)
Duty Station:
Kampala, Uganda
Kampala, Uganda
Reports to:
Senior Accountant
Senior Accountant
About US:
Windle International
Uganda (WIU) formerly Windle Trust Uganda is a registered INGO whose mission is
to promote peace and development in communities through provision and
coordination of Education and training for Refugees and people affected by
conflict.
Uganda (WIU) formerly Windle Trust Uganda is a registered INGO whose mission is
to promote peace and development in communities through provision and
coordination of Education and training for Refugees and people affected by
conflict.
Windle International
Uganda is the lead partner of UNHCR in implementing Education Projects in
Uganda with close collaboration with the Government of Uganda through the
Office of the Prime Minister.
Uganda is the lead partner of UNHCR in implementing Education Projects in
Uganda with close collaboration with the Government of Uganda through the
Office of the Prime Minister.
Job Summary: The
Accountant will contribute
to the development
and implementation of
the department Accounting
systems, policies and procedures. He /
she will support the department through the collection, processing, recording,
reconciliation, analyzing and reporting of financial data, verifying the
validity completeness and accuracy of the source documentation. The Accountant
is responsible for ensuring
all payments to
both service providers
and staffs are processed
timely and with the required source documents movement of
cash at the
head office. S/he will be expected to maintain complete
and proper records of revenue, expenditure, assets and liabilities and ensures
the accuracy and integrity of financial information.
Accountant will contribute
to the development
and implementation of
the department Accounting
systems, policies and procedures. He /
she will support the department through the collection, processing, recording,
reconciliation, analyzing and reporting of financial data, verifying the
validity completeness and accuracy of the source documentation. The Accountant
is responsible for ensuring
all payments to
both service providers
and staffs are processed
timely and with the required source documents movement of
cash at the
head office. S/he will be expected to maintain complete
and proper records of revenue, expenditure, assets and liabilities and ensures
the accuracy and integrity of financial information.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly financial reports for submission
to Supervisor and authorized Officers within the set deadlines - Maintain and file financial records and regularly post accounts data
into Quick Books - Update accounting records as and when transactions take place, and
ensure that proper documentation is filed for each transaction - Work with Project Staff during budgeting, Planning and Budget
reviews/ realignments - Conduct cash counts on a regular basis
- Provide feedback on budget verses actual expenses; monitor budget
lines and advise key staff on status - Make accurate journal entries
in the available Accounting System - Support the Accounts Assistants to maintain accurate books of
accounts and database - Conduct periodic planned Field trips for support supervision of
related projects with the authorization of the Executive Director and the
Finance Manager - Assist in monthly reconciliations
- Other related job tasks as assigned/ delegated by supervisors
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The ideal candidate for the Windle International Uganda (WIU)
Accountant job must hold an Advanced Degree in Accounting or a related
field is required; ACCA/CPA level 2 & above is highly desired - At least two years of progressive related professional experience
with reputable organization or Government Agency; Related experience in
NGO or INGO Finance and Accounts Department is desired - Strong track record of leadership and proven ability to produce
demonstrable results; - Extensive network within the development community;
- Field experience and willingness to travel to Field Locations for
duty is a strong asset. - Fluency in English with excellent communication (written and oral)
skills is required. - Keen analytical skills
- Excellent organization and coordination skills
- Proficiency in use of Quick Books Accounting Software is necessary
- Ability to work under pressure and to work with multiple conflicting
priorities - Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Power Point Offices, etc.
- Must be result- oriented
- Working experience in the civil society sector;
- Excellent organization and coordination skills;
- Excellent negotiation skills;
- Verbal and written communication skills;
How to Apply:
All interested
applicants should submit their applications including detailed Curriculum
Vitae, 2 years’ salary history, copies of academic transcripts and certificates
including telephone, email contacts and details of at least three professional
referees addressed to:
applicants should submit their applications including detailed Curriculum
Vitae, 2 years’ salary history, copies of academic transcripts and certificates
including telephone, email contacts and details of at least three professional
referees addressed to:
The Human Resource
Manager,
Manager,
Windle International
Uganda,
Uganda,
P.O Box 24230
Kampala, Uganda
Kampala, Uganda
Applications must be
hand delivered to The Windle House, Plot 726 Nagawa Close, Mawanda Road, Mulago
Hill, Kamwokya.
hand delivered to The Windle House, Plot 726 Nagawa Close, Mawanda Road, Mulago
Hill, Kamwokya.
Deadline: 10th January, 2019 by 5pm
Note:
- Windle International is an equal opportunity employer; Females,
minority groups and People with disabilities who qualify for any of the
above vacancies are encouraged to apply. - No canvassing or lobbying will be tolerated. Individuals found to
have done so will immediately be disqualified and black listed. - Only Shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
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