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Job Title:  Accounts Assistant

Organisation: African Evangelistic Enterprise – Uganda (AEE-U)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: Finance Manager

About Organisation:

African Evangelistic Enterprise – Uganda (AEE-U) is an evangelical Christian, interdenominational, non-profit making, non-Governmental, humanitarian organization that was established in Uganda in 1971 by the late Bishop Festo Kivengere. AEE-U is an affiliate of African Enterprise International (AEI), an international evangelical and development agency operational in 10 African countries. Our mission is to evangelize the cities of Africa through Word and Deed in partnership with the Church

Job Summary:   AEE is seeking to fill the role of an Accounts Assistant for its programs in Arivu and Terego districts and Busoga Region. AEE is looking for a highly skilled and responsible individual, who can reflect the AEE Core Values – Christian, Evangelism and Discipleship, Accountable, Professional, Teamwork, Partnerships. The individual will be required to Plan and manage all AEE funds, ensure that accurate books are kept up to date and payments are processed efficiently. He/She will have financial oversight of AEE’s programs in both Arivu and Terego districts and Busoga Region.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Implement Financial and Accounting Manual provisions and implement established internal controls
• Take lead in preparation of quarterly and annual Project budgets. Prepare timely and accurate monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports.
• Prepare payroll, pay staff and remit statutory obligations.
• Maintain properly recorded books of accounts. Ensure up-to-date assets and inventory registers.
• Ensure proper utilization and accountability of funds by all departments. Provide technical and financial support and advice to the Project management team and officers
• Monitor expenditure against budgets to ensure adherence to set limits and to financial policies.
• Ensure timely and cost effective procurement in accordance to organization policy
• Ensure coordinated and cost-effective deployment of Motorcycles and equipment. Oversee the maintenance and repairs of Motorcycles, equipment and premises
• Coordinate logistics, minor works and temporary workers
• Manage petty cash in strict adherence to financial regulations pertaining to petty cash management
• Support in field program implementation as and when requested

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Degree in relevant in a relevant field. Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree (BBA, Bcom). CPA, ACCA level 2 will be of added advantage.
• Three or more years’ experience managing grants.
• Experience working with cross cultural teams
• Excellent critical thinking, oral and writing skills.
• Fluency in English,
• Computer literate with proficiency in MS Word, Outlook and Excel.

Critical Qualities:

• Passionate commitment to AEE’s mission and values.
• Mature Christian faith.
• Attention to detail, self-driven, organized and disciplined with priorities.
• Professional in demeanor, appearance, writing and oral communication.
• Works well under stress with a sustained positive attitude
• Exceptionally high level of honesty and integrity.
• Intelligent, creative and proactive problem solver.

How to Apply:

Please submit your application to uganda.careers@aeint.org  Interviews will be done on a rolling basis. Indicate the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email. Your application should include the following documents:

• A cover letter
• A detailed resume, including the names and contact information of three professional references
• A recommendation letter from your Church or Pastor

Deadline: 17th February 2025

Note: This position is open exclusively to Ugandan nationals. Any form of lobbying or unsolicited communication will result in automatic disqualification.

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