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Job Title:    Accountant

Organisation: Trees for the Future Inc. (TREES)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About US:

Trees for the Future Inc. (TREES) is a non-profit organization providing technical training and supplies for farmers in East and West Africa to end hunger through the Forest Garden Approach. Nearly a billion people live in extreme poverty and earn less than $1/day. Most of them are subsistence farmers whose farming practices have led to the deforestation of their land and the degradation of their local and global environment. Trees for the Future (TREES) is ending deforestation, hunger and extreme poverty for farmers in developing nations.

Job Summary:   The Accountant will provide essential financial support to Trees for the Future Uganda in ensuring the efficient and accurate management of day-to-day financial operations. This includes handling accounts payable, receivable, processing payments, managing staff advances, and monitoring financial transactions to ensure compliance with TREES and donor policies. The Accountant will also maintain an effective bookkeeping system, ensuring the integrity of financial records and contributing to the smooth running of the Uganda program.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Review third party invoices and staff advances to ensure completeness, accuracy, reasonability and validity according to TREES and donor guidelines
• Prepare transaction vouchers and initiate all payments on a timely basis
• Support in all audit assignments by providing relevant information
• Perform bookkeeping of transactions in QuickBooks and Sage Intacct.
• Ensure that payment vouchers and journal vouchers are scanned, uploaded to the accounting system.
• Provide feedback to the Finance and operations manager to ensure sound functioning of the TREES’ Uganda Office, including any issues that are likely to compromise the Internal controls
• Be keen to ensure that all operations and processes applied on daily basis are in compliance with TREES’ and donor guidelines
• Maintain efficient filling system for the field office
• Assume other related duties as may be assigned from time to time

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business-related field or at least CPA/ACCA level 2.
• Minimum of 3 years relevant experience in Finance with non-profit organization.

Who You Are

• An enthusiastic advocate for TREES’ mission and values. You are inspired by TREES’ work to transform lives and landscapes through sustainable agroforestry. You believe financial stewardship is key to achieving this mission.
• A detail-oriented financial professional. You excel at analyzing financial data, spotting anomalies, and ensuring records are accurate and reliable.
• Proficient with financial systems. You are skilled in accounting software like QuickBooks and Excel and can optimize systems for efficiency and accuracy.
• Knowledgeable about regulations and compliance. You have a solid grasp of GAAP, financial regulations, and Uganda tax laws, ensuring compliance in all financial matters.
• A clear and effective communicator. You simplify complex financial information and collaborate seamlessly with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Ethical and trustworthy. Integrity defines your work. You are committed to transparency and upholding high ethical standards.
• A team-oriented collaborator. You work well with others across teams and departments, fostering strong relationships to achieve common goals.

How to Apply:

If this opportunity speaks to you, please apply with 1) a cover letter that explains why TREES’ work excites you and why this role is a fit for you, and 2) your CV or resume by COB February 24th 2025. We review applications on a rolling basis.

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Deadline: 24th February 2025

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