Job Title: Accounts Assistant (2 Positions)
Organisation: Office of the Prime Minister
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
The Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) of Uganda is the central government ministry responsible for coordinating, monitoring, and implementing government policies, programs, and projects across all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs).
Job Summary: To provide Finance and Accounting support to the respective project and other project implementing entities to ensure effective financial management throughout the project implementation period, and to support the Government of Uganda in managing and monitoring financial activities of the projects as specified in the Financing Agreements and in line with GOU Financial Regulations and the Project Implementation Manuals.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Maintaining accurate financial accounting records and ledgers.
- Processing invoices, payments, expense reports and reimbursements.
- Reconciling bank statements and accounts to ensure balances are accurate and identify and resolve any discrepancies.
- Assist with audits, prepare and file financial documents, and help with budget preparation and financial report generation.
- Process payrolls and verify deductions.
- Provide general administrative support to the Accountant and departmental staff.
- Carry out any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Bachelor of Commerce, or an equivalent qualification.
EXPERIENCE
- A minimum of 4 years
- of professional experience in accounting with government or externally funded projects, development partners, corporate entities or multilateral or international organizations.
- Team working skills.
- Good writing and reporting skills.
- Good analytical skills.
- Exhibit high standards of integrity and ethical code of conduct.
How to Apply:
Applications should be accompanied by:
A detailed Curriculum Vitae.
Copies of certificates (academic and professional) and testimonials.
A copy of identification documents.
Proof of relevant work experience (MUST be attached).
At least three (3) competent referees, one of whom must be a current or previous employer. The closing date for applications is 12th June 2026 at 5:00 PM.
All applications should be signed and addressed to:
The Permanent Secretary
Office of the Prime Minister Plot 9-11, Apollo Kaggwa Road P.O. Box 341, Kampala, UGANDA Hard copies should be hand-delivered to the Security Registry (Floor 6), Office of the Prime Minister Building.
Deadline: 12th June 2026
Deadline: 12th June 2026
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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Level of Education: bachelor degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 48