Evidence Action Senior Associate, Accountant Jobs in Uganda
Evidence Action Senior Associate, Accountant Jobs in Uganda;Reporting to the Manager, Finance, the Senior Associate, Accountant will deliver effective financial control, reporting, systems, and processes.
The role safeguards the integrity of accounting records, coordinates financial support between field and country projects, and deputizes for the Manager, Finance when required.
Responsibilities
Lead the field Finance team — supervise, mentor, and set performance standards
Assess capacity gaps and implement staffing, training, and support solutions
Coordinate internal and external audits, ensuring timely execution and closure of issues
Ensure accuracy and completeness of general ledger postings and donor allocations
Support tax planning and ensure timely preparation and submission of statutory returns
Verify payment vouchers for accuracy and completeness before posting
Enforce procurement compliance and cost control, reporting spend vs budget
Ensure accurate and timely cash disbursements with proper documentation
Manage staff accounts receivables and follow up on advances liquidation
Build capacity of non‑finance staff on compliance and financial policies
Develop accountability documents for all budgeted program activities
Manage inventory and property registers as delegated
Ensure proper document management in online repositories (Box)
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or related field (required)
Master’s degree (advantageous)
Professional Certification
CPA, ACCA, or equivalent (preferred)
Experience
Minimum 5 years’ progressive experience in
accounting or finance, preferably NGO/donor‑funded
At least 2 years in a management position
Experience managing donor‑funded grants and compliance with donor codes
Experience with procurement compliance, voucher review, and internal controls
Experience preparing for and managing audits with minimal findings
Strong knowledge of accounting software/ERP systems (QuickBooks, Intacct, Sun Systems, etc.)
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and MS Office
Sound knowledge of Uganda’s tax laws and statutory compliance obligations
Familiarity with document management systems (Box, GDrive)
Key Attributes
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in record‑keeping
Excellent organizational and time‑management skills
Strong communication skills with ability to train non‑finance staff
High integrity and ability to handle confidential financial information
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
How to Apply
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