JOB DETAILS:
Job Summary:
The Accountant will be responsible for managing the financial operations of Zena Organisation LTD in accordance with national laws and internal policies. The role involves ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining internal controls, and providing support to the program team on budgeting, financial management, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:
• Financial Management & Reporting:
• Maintain accurate financial records in accordance with accepted accounting principles and donor requirements.
• Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including balance sheets,

• Ensure timely preparation of financial statements for international board and external audits.

Budgeting & Forecasting:
• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts for all programs and projects.
• Monitor actual expenditures against budgets and report variances.

• Provide financial advice to program managers to ensure cost-effective management of resources.

Compliance & Internal Controls:
• Ensure compliance with local laws, regulations, and internal financial policies.
• Implement and maintain internal control systems to safeguard the organisation’s assets.

• Support the implementation of donor-funded projects by ensuring compliance with donor financial guidelines.

Accounts Payable & Receivable:
• Manage payments, including supplier invoices, payroll, and petty cash transactions.
• Monitor receivables, ensuring timely collections and maintaining good relationships with partners and donors.

• Communicate with UK and US financial directors to ensure funds requests are submitted on time.

Audit & Taxation:
• Coordinate annual financial audits and ensure timely resolution of audit findings.
• Prepare and submit statutory returns, such as tax filings and National Social Security Fund (NSSF) contributions.

Required Qualifications and Skills:
Educational Background:
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA/ACCA or equivalent certification is highly desirable.

Experience:
• A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in accounting, preferably within the NGO sector.
• Experience managing donor-funded projects (e.g., USAID, EU, or UN) is an added advantage.

Technical Skills:
• Proficiency in QuickBooks
• Strong knowledge of Ugandan tax laws, statutory requirements, and financial regulations.
• Excellent MS Excel skills and the ability to manage complex spreadsheets.

Competencies:
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• High level of integrity, accountability, and confidentiality
• Effective communication skills, both written and oral.