Accountant
Location | Kampala, Uganda |
Date Posted | December 27, 2024 |
Category |
Accounting
Audit Finance Management NGO |
Job Type |
Contract
|
Currency | UGX |
Description
JOB DETAILS:
The objective of this post is to focus on accuracy, efficiency, and compliance in handling financial transactions and records.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
• Ensure all financial data, such as invoices, receipts, and payments, are recorded accurately in the accounting system to prevent errors in financial reports.
• Process financial transactions, such as payments and receipts, promptly to maintain up-to-date financial records and meet payment deadlines.
• Adhere to relevant accounting standards, regulations, and organizational policies to ensure proper handling of financial data.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date financial records for easy retrieval during audits or financial reviews.
• Regularly reconcile bank statements, accounts payable, and accounts receivable to ensure all discrepancies are identified and resolved in a timely manner.
• Assist in the preparation of financial reports by providing accurate and timely data, ensuring the reports are compliant with organizational guidelines and accounting principles.
• Manage interactions with vendors, clients, or internal stakeholders regarding billing, payments, and account queries in a professional and timely manner.
• Ensure the confidentiality of sensitive financial information, handling it with discretion and following security protocols.
• Identify and resolve any discrepancies or issues in financial transactions or records to maintain financial accuracy.
• Identify and suggest process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce errors in accounting operations.
Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration accounts option or any other related Business Studies.
• At least 2 years working experience in accounting, office administration and employee relations management
Others/Extra Details
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• High level of honesty and Integrity
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Experience in the use of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and knowledge of spread sheet and database packages
• Ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision.
• Willingness to work in any part of the country.