Job Title: Accountant
Organisation: NFT Consult Limited
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: CEO
About Organisation:
NFT Consult Limited is a business process outsourcing firm with offices in Uganda, South Africa, Kenya, Botswana Rwanda, Tanzania, Zambia, Burundi and South Sudan.
Job Summary: The Accountant is responsible for managing financial transactions, ensuring compliance with accounting principles, and providing accurate financial information to the management team. This role involves a variety of accounting tasks, including preparing financial statements, maintaining financial records, and ensuring the accuracy of financial documents.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Financial Reporting:
- Prepare and analyze financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
- Ensure all financial reporting deadlines are met.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
General Ledger Management:
- Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts.
- Ensure all financial transactions are properly recorded and documented.
- Assist in month-end and year-end close processes.
Accounts Payable and Receivable:
- Manage accounts payable and receivable functions.
- Process invoices, payments, and expense reports accurately and timely.
- Monitor accounts to ensure timely collection of payments.
Budgeting and Forecasting:
- Assist in the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts.
- Monitor budget performance and report on variances.
- Provide financial analysis and recommendations to support decision-making.
Tax Compliance:
- Prepare and file tax returns, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Keep up-to-date with changes in tax laws and regulations.
- Assist with tax planning and strategy.
Audit and Internal Controls:
- Support internal and external audit processes.
- Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
Financial Analysis:
- Conduct financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
- Provide financial insights to support strategic initiatives.
- Assist with special projects and financial analysis as needed.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation preferred.
- Proven experience as an accountant or in a similar role.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
- Proficiency in QuickBooks.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should apply online through the NFT jobs portal.
Deadline: 29th July 2024
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