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Job Title:  Accountant (Fresher Jobs) 

Organisation: Rakai Health Sciences Program (RHSP)

Duty Station: Kalisizo, Uganda

About the Company:

Rakai Health Sciences Program (RHSP) is a collaborative bio-medical research and service delivery organization. RHSP strives to improve the quality of life of the local population through a combination of community-based research, curative services, and prevention strategies in the districts of South-central Uganda.

Job Summary: The Accountant position based in Kalisizo involves providing crucial support to the finance department through the analysis and reporting of financial data. Key responsibilities include daily posting and approval of payment vouchers, managing subgrantee accounts, ensuring compliance with tax and financial regulations, and preparing various financial reports.

The role also requires performing general ledger reconciliations, supporting audits, and conducting capacity-building training for subgrantees. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting, a professional qualification (ACCA or CPA), and at least one year of relevant experience. Strong attention to detail, integrity, and e​xcellent interpersonal skills are essential for success in this role.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Post and report vouchers
• Approve vouchers, manage funds
• Complete additional assigned tasks
• Maintain subgrantee documentation
• Reconcile accounts, process payroll.
• Ensure tax compliance, filing
• Conduct audits, support improvements

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

Must Have

• Degree in finance/accounting.
• ACCA or CPA required
• Proficiency in Navision
• Highly creative and autonomous
• Minimum one year experience
• Strong accounting knowledge.

Desired

Nice to have

• Team leadership experience
• Strong math performance
• Audit experience
• Strong analytical skills

Skills

• Attention to Detail
• Integrity
• Analytical Skills
• Communication Skills
• Organisational Skills

What’s great in the job?

• Diverse Responsibilities: The role encompasses a broad range of tasks including financial reporting, payment processing, subgrantee management, and tax compliance.
• Impactful Work: The job supports a significant mission of improving life quality through research and community services, which can be highly rewarding and fulfilling.
• Growth Opportunities: Responsibilities such as updating SOPs, conducting audits, and proposing improvements offer opportunities for professional development and innovation.
• Hands-On Experience: Involvement in different aspects of accounting, from payroll to financial reconciliations, ensures practical, hands-on experience.
• Compliance and Integrity Focus: Emphasis on maintaining high standards of integrity and compliance with financial regulations aligns with best practices in the field.
• Team Interaction: The role involves collaborating with various stakeholders, including subgrantees and the finance team, enhancing teamwork and communication skills.
• Capacity Building: Opportunities to train and support Assistant Accountants and conduct field visits to subgrantees contribute to leadership and capacity-building skills.
• Varied Tasks: Engaging in both routine and strategic tasks keeps the role dynamic and interesting.

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified and interested candidates should apply online at the link below.

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