Job Title: Accountant
Organisation: FINCA Uganda Limited
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About the Company:
FINCA Uganda Limited was the first licensed micro-finance deposit taking institution in Uganda, and part of a global network which serves over 1,000,000 clients in 22 countries. FINCA Uganda currently offers loans, savings and money transfer services in Uganda, one of the most competitive and dynamic microfinance markets in the world.
Job Summary: The Accountant position is responsible for establishing and maintaining accounting and internal control system within the Finance Department. He/She is also responsible for ensuring adequate, effective and efficient functioning of the department.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Preparing tax returns and submitting to the Tax Authority
- Preparation of general ledger reconciliation statement
- Maintaining the Fixed Assets Register
- Processing payments for suppliers
- Monitoring general ledger for all branches, identifying mis postings and following up on reversals and outstanding items
- Preparing monthly schedules for outstanding items in the general ledger
- Posting staff salaries and other payments to staff and suppliers in line with the bank policy and procedures
- Following up on accountabilities of funds advanced to staff, verifying and retiring the funds in line with the bank policy
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Accounting or Finance option or any related field.
- Professional certification in accounting i.e CPA/ACCA qualification
- 3 years’ experience in banking in a similar role.
Competencies
- Excellent Analytical and comprehension skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- High level of Integrity
- Ability to work under minimum supervision
- Attention to detail and demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness
How to Apply:
All candidates who so wish to take up this role in the aforementioned capacity are encouraged to send their applications with detailed CVs including present position and copies of relevant professional/academic certificates to: [email protected]
Deadline: 12th May 2025
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
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