Job Title: Account Assistant
Organisation: Human Capital Business Solutions
Job Location: Jinja, Uganda
Reports to: Finance Controller
About the Company:
Human Capital Business Solutions is a boutique human resources consultancy that specializes in strategic HR consulting, Talent Acquisition & Management and HR Outsourcing services.
Our client is a Steel Manufacturing Company based in Jinja, Uganda with a large focus on Steel manufacturing, production and distribution. On behalf of our client we are looking for a competent and experienced Account Assistant to be based in Jinja, Uganda.
Job Summary: The Account Assistant will play a key role in supporting the finance and accounting team by performing a variety of tasks to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance. H/She will be responsible for assisting with daily accounting operations, including data entry, processing payments, maintaining records, and supporting month-end financial close activities.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist in processing accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
- Support in maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records and ledgers.
- Enter financial data into accounting software and ensure data accuracy.
- Help prepare invoices, purchase orders, and other financial documents.
- Reconcile bank statements and assist in resolving discrepancies.
- Assist with month-end closing activities, including journal entries and reconciliations.
- Support in the preparation of financial reports, budgets, and forecasts.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and relevant accounting standards.
- Assist in preparing tax filings and reports as needed.
- Organize and maintain physical and digital financial documents for easy access.
- Support senior accountants with audits and financial reviews.
- Respond to internal and external queries regarding financial information.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
- At least 3-5 years post qualification experience in an accounting role.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and experience with accounting software (e.g., Tally. ERP).
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Strong analytical skills to assess financial reports, detect errors and ensure accuracy.
- Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple tasks such as processing payments, reconciling accounts, and tracking supplier invoices.
- Strong problem-solving skills to troubleshoot issues such as discrepancies in invoices or missing payments.
Barriers to Success in Role
- Limited or lack of technical knowledge about finance or accounting.
- Inability to use Tally (ERP systems) or similar accounting software.
How to Apply:
Candidates who meet the criteria outlined above should submit their applications, resume and academic documents in pdf format with “HCBSU-AA-ACCOUNT ASSISTANT” as the Email subject via [email protected]
Deadline: 25th October 2024 by 05:00 pm
NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Female Candidates are encouraged to apply.
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