JOB DETAILS:

The Project Accountant is responsible for financial planning, budgeting, accounting, and compliance for the EYE-C program, ensuring transparency, accountability, and effective financial management. In addition, the role will support IWCA Uganda’s overall financial operations, ensuring sound financial controls and compliance with donor and organizational policies.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations, payments, and bookkeeping for the EYE-C program.
• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with donor guidelines and IWCA policies.
• Assist in the preparation of budget forecasts, expenditure tracking, and financial projections for program activities.
• Ensure timely financial reporting to the Project Director, IWCA Uganda Board, and funding partners.
• Support project audits by ensuring proper documentation and adherence to financial procedures.
• Manage cash flow, disbursements, and reconciliations for the project.
• Ensure proper financial documentation, including invoices, receipts, payroll records, and procurement documents.

Compliance, Audits & Risk Management

• Ensure all financial transactions comply with national tax laws, donor requirements, and IWCA financial policies.
• Prepare financial statements and assist in both internal and external audits for the EYE-C program.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks, ensuring strong internal controls.
• Monitor program expenditures to prevent fraud, waste, and mismanagement.

IWCA Uganda Financial Oversight

• Support IWCA Uganda’s overall financial health, budgeting, and sustainability planning.
• Assist in fundraising efforts by preparing budget proposals and financial reports for donors.
• Contribute to financial planning for IWCA Uganda’s non-project activities.
• Ensure that financial systems for both the EYE-C program and IWCA Uganda are aligned and harmonized.

Payroll & Procurement Oversight

• Oversee payroll processing, ensuring accurate salary payments and statutory deductions.
• Work closely with the procurement team to ensure cost-effective, compliant procurement processes.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field (CPA or ACCA qualification is an added advantage).
• 5+ years of experience in accounting or financial management, preferably in donor-funded projects.
• Strong understanding of Uganda’s financial regulations, taxation laws, and compliance requirements.
• Experience working with NGOs, international development programs, or agricultural projects is a plus.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, or similar ERP systems).

Preferred Skills & Competencies

• Excellent analytical, budgeting, and financial forecasting skills.
• Strong knowledge of donor compliance, financial reporting, and risk management.
• Ability to work across multiple stakeholders, balancing EYE-C program and IWCA Uganda’s financial needs.
• High attention to detail and integrity in financial management.
• Proficiency in English and local Ugandan languages is an advantage.