Accounts Payable Accountant

at Jibu Uganda
Location Kampala, Uganda
Date Posted May 20, 2023
Category Accounting
Audit
Finance
Management
Job Type Full-time
Currency UGX

Description

Jibu Uganda is looking for an Accounts payable Accountant and an Accounts Receivable Accountant who will be responsible for helping Jibu to achieve volume, expansion, profitability (cost savings and total revenue), and impact targets in line with Jibu’s mission and objectives through sound financial reporting and business partnering. The Job Purpose of the Accounts payable accountant is to manage the whole payable process in Jibu. The Job purpose of the Accounts Receivable Accountant is to manage the sales cycle in Jibu
Supervision : This positions will work highly autonomouslyand report directly to the Head of Finance in collaboration with other team members in finance and wider Jibu Team

Accounts Payable Accountant
• Process and coding of invoices for suppliers in the accounts Payable system. Reconcile POs and Delivery notes to Supplier accounts in the accounting system Maintain Accounts Payable chart of accounts
• Reconciliation of monthly suppliers’ statements to Accounts payable control account, including clearing out suppliers’ open items
• Prepare supplier payment proposals and ensure that applicable withholding taxes are made in a timely manner
• Follow up on Supplier queries in a timely manner
• Process staff claims and refunds, ensure all documentation is correct and authorized Monthly reconciliations to ensure all POs and invoices are authorized by the correct authorized persons
• Monthly reconciliation of the input VAT account.
• Filing Monthly Withholding tax returns
• Participate in the monthly cash book reconciliations
• Booking Accruals and other vouchers in the accounting system Any other Ad hoc project required by the line manager.

• 3+ years of experience in the Finance department in a similar role in Uganda with a for-profit business which operates in multiple locations and in several currencies. Degree in Accounting or Finance

Required professional part qualification CPA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent
• Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures including IFRS and IASs. Accounting expertise: A strong understanding of accounting principles,processes, financial analysis, and reporting is crucial. Critical emphasis is placed on GL reconciliations, supplier and customer reconciliations, inventory and fixed asset costing and unit economics.
• Attention to detail: Ability to maintain accurate financial records and reports.
• Tax knowledge: A thorough understanding of tax laws and regulations, including compliance with VAT, Withholding Tax, Payroll Taxes & Corporate Taxes
• Analytical skills: Ability to analyze financial data, identify trends, and make recommendations based on their findings.
• Communication skills: Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate complex financial information to colleagues and other stakeholders.
• Time management: Must be able to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively to ensure timely completion of financial reports and other deliverables.
• Software proficiency: Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office applications with a preference for a strong understanding of Excel & PowerPoint.
• Business acumen: Strong understanding of the organization’s business operations.
• Problem-solving skills: Ability to identify and solve financial problems, such as discrepancies or inefficiencies in financial processes.
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with other departments and stakeholders to gather financial data and provide guidance on financial rnatters.

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