Job Title: Accountant (3 Jobs)
Organisation: Dei BioPharma Ltd
Duty Station: Matugga, Wakiso, Uganda
About the Company:
Dei BioPharma Ltd is a biotech and pharmaceutical research firm duly incorporated in Uganda, specializing in the development and manufacture of innovative medicines and vaccines. Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility, situated in Matugga, Wakiso district, Uganda, shall produce high-quality medicines across a wide range of therapeutic areas.
Job Summary: The accountant will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, managing ledgers, and supporting monthly closings in accordance with IFRS and internal financial controls. The role includes preparation of financial statements, handling statutory compliance (e.g. taxes, NSSF, PAYE), and assisting in audits. The ideal candidate should have strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and hands-on experience with accounting software in a manufacturing or GMP-regulated environment.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including general ledger entries, accounts payable and receivable, and monthly bank reconciliations.
- Prepare and analyze financial statements, management reports, and variance analyses to support effective decision-making and regulatory compliance.
- Ensure timely processing of payments, payroll, and statutory deductions, as well as compliance with tax laws and internal policies.
- Monitor inventory transactions, assist with inventory valuation, and support accurate cost accounting for pharmaceutical products.
- Coordinate and prepare documentation for internal and external audits, ensuring adherence to internal controls and supporting audit readiness.
- Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes, collaborating with other departments to align financial goals with operational objectives.
- Support the implementation and optimization of accounting software and ERP systems to improve efficiency and accuracy in financial reporting.
- Maintain organized records and documentation for all financial transactions, ensuring data integrity and accessibility for management and regulatory inspections.
- Provide timely updates on tax obligations, regulatory changes, and compliance requirements relevant to the pharmaceutical industry.
- Foster a culture of ethical financial management and continuous improvement within the finance team.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is required.
- Professional certification such as CPA (Uganda) or ACCA is highly desirable.
Experience and competencies:
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in accounting, preferably within the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, or manufacturing sectors.
- Demonstrated experience with financial reporting, compliance, and audit preparation in a regulated industry is an advantage.
- Comprehensive understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls.
- Familiarity with Uganda’s tax laws, statutory requirements, and pharmaceutical industry regulations is preferred.
- Proficiency in accounting software, ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
How to Apply:
All interested candidates who meet the required qualifications and experience are invited to submit their CVs, Cover Letter & Academic documents (addressed to the Human Resources Manager)
All Application documents should be merged as one document in PDF or .DOC / .DOCX, which should not exceed 10MB
Applications should be sent by email to [email protected] with the JOB TITLE IN THE SUBJECT LINE.
Should you not hear from us within twenty-one (21) days from the closing date of this advertisement, you may consider your application to be unsuccessful.
Deadline: 12th May 2025 by 5:00 PM
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