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Title:         
Accountant

Organization: Windle International Uganda (WIU)

Funding Source: United Nations High Commissioner
for Refugees (UNHCR)

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

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.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.

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.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:  

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Prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly financial
reports for submission to Supervisor and authorized Officers within the set
deadlines

·      
Ensure compliance to WIU Finance Policies and
Procedures at the designated location or field 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

·      
Conduct monthly reconciliations

·      
Provide technical guidance, mentoring and
capacity building

·      
Other related job tasks as assigned/ delegated by
supervisors

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

·      
The applicant for the Windle International
Uganda (WIU) Accountant job opportunity must hold an advanced Degree in
Accounting or a related field is required;

·      
UDBS Technical certification is highly desired

·      
ACCA/CPA level 2 & above an added advantage

·      
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;

·      
Strong analytical skills

·      
Field experience and willingness to travel to
Field Locations for duty is a strong asset.

·      
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;

·      
Excellent communication and presentation skills

How to Apply:

All interested applicants should apply online at the link
below.

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Deadline: 13th January, 2020

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