Job Description: Accountant

Location: Kasese, Uganda (with frequent travel within Western Uganda)

Term: 2 Years (incl. 6-month probationary period)

Start Date: Immediate

Job Description

The Accountant will report directly to the Finance Officer in Kampala and serve as the coordinator of accounts for the Kampala chocolate business. This includes the following responsibilities:

• Supervise Accounts Assistants and cashiers responsible for sourcing operations with a specific focus on:
  • Petty cash reporting and budgets
  • Verification of accountability for cash and mobile money expenses
  • Submission and confirmation of inventory reports
  • Balancing of buyers and pre-finance for sourcing
  • Verification of stocks and dispatches
  • Coordinate documentation and payment for all supplies and materials
• Review and confirm monthly report submissions for the office
• Verify and approve sourcing purchase data entry through the traceability program
• Support the implementation of digital farmer payments
• Ensure local tax compliance
• Manage expenses and cost control for each branch
• Verify asset and inventory reports at each branch
• Carry out audits and site visits to confirm inventory and accountability

Required Experience

• Fluent English
• 3-5 years of experience in the accounts department for a Ugandan-registered company or entity
• Degree in relevant Account or Finance field, progress completed towards CPA or ACCA
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office and QuickBooks
• Positive attitude, attention to detail, and good communication skills