Project Accountant

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in accounting, business administration, economics, or other relevant areas;
  
• Accounting qualification e.g. CPA, ACCA is an added advantage
  
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar position within a large private sector company, international organization or a consulting firm
  
• Computer skills in Google workspace and PowerPoint required and knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics or other fund-based accounting software preferred
  

• Review documents and post financial data into the Finance system (Sylogist) and process payments
  
• Support month-end closing process through reviewing and reconciling GL accounts and ensuring that entries are posted correctly
  
• Manage staff advances and ensure timely accountabilities are submitted
  
• Prepare the monthly payroll for staff
  
• Ensure all taxation and legislative requirements of Uganda are always complied with through timely submission and payment of statutory returns i.e. PAYE, NSFF, WHT etc
  
• Supporting the Senior Finance Advisor with coordinating the compilation of internal and external financial reports and budgets for the project.
  
• Support training of field staff in principles of financial reporting and financial and administrative control for field site operations
  
• Assisting project staff to develop a stronger understanding of TechnoServe Inc. systems and procedures and ensuring compliance
  
• Provide advice on financial options available in project planning and implementation
  
• Support the Senior Finance Advisor in ensuring that the information in the Fixed Asset register accurately reflects the information per the financial system