Finance Officer
| Location | Kampala, Uganda |
| Date Posted | July 10, 2026 |
| Category | Accounting Audit Finance Management |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Currency | UGX |
Description
Job summary
The Finance Officer will support the accounting department by performing a variety of financial tasks. These tasks typically include processing transactions, maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with the preparation of financial statements, and contributing to the overall financial health of the company.
Min Qualification:BachelorsExperience Level:Entry levelExperience Length:2 yearsLanguage Requirement:EnglishWorking Hours:Full Time - 8 to 5Applicant Location:Uganda
Job descriptions & requirements
POSITION: Finance Officer
The Finance Officer will support the accounting department by performing a variety of financial tasks. These tasks typically include processing transactions, maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with the preparation of financial statements, and contributing to the overall financial health of the company.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the preparation of invoices and handling accounts receivable/payable.
- Perform daily bookkeeping tasks, including updating ledgers, journal entries and reconciliations.
- Reconciling bank statements and cross-checking them with internal records to ensure consistency and accuracy in financial data.
- Ensuring compliance with accounting standards, financial policies and legal requirements.
- Support the preparation of financial statements and periodic reports.
- Assist in processing payroll and maintaining employee records.
- Help with preparation and filing of tax returns.
- Performing administrative duties such as filing documents, handling correspondence related to accounting, and maintaining financial files and records.
- Providing support in financial analysis and helping in identifying trends or discrepancies that need attention.
- Assisting in audit preparation by providing necessary information and documentation.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field – Minimum 2nd Class Upper. CPA – level one minimum. Other relevant certifications are an added advantage.
- At least two years of experience in an accounting role.
- Proficiency in accounting software, MS Dynamics and MS Office - especially Excel.
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