Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry & Fisheries Hub Accountant Jobs in Uganda
Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry & Fisheries Hub Accountant Jobs in Uganda
Job purpose: The Hub Accountant, reporting to Hub Manager will ensure a high performing accounting and finance department, with efficient operating systems to facilitate implementation of project activities at the Hub
Key Responsibilities:
He/ she will be responsible for the following:
Manage the activities of the finance department and coordinate the process of corporate financial planning, budgeting, control and reporting.
Ensure systems and accounting records are set up properly, accurately, complying with statutory requirements.
Advise management on financial implications of business activities and initiatives
to maximize profitability and or take corrective actions where necessary.
Ensure that accurate and timely preparation of management and monthly reports
is carried out.
Responsible for managing the Hub cash flows, banking relationships and facilities, including negotiating new facilities where required.
Spear head the planning and budgeting process of the hub
Ensure that internal controls are in place and reviewed periodically for effectiveness and suitability.
Ensure availability of adequate funds for project activities at the Hub by submitting timely workplans and budgets and accountability of all funds previously released, to the PMU.
Undertake monthly reconciliations and prepare financial reports and advise the Hub Manager on the financial status of the Hub, and ensure timely submission of the reports to the NOPP PMU.
Ensure compliance with all legal, audit, tax and contractual responsibilities.
Payroll for hub staff prepared and statutory deductions made.
Perform any other duties as assigned by the Hub Manager from time to time.
Academic
Qualifications
A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, (BBA) Business Studies majoring in
Accounting, Commerce majoring in Accounting, or relevant field from a recognized institution
Completed ACCA/CPA training
In addition to the general qualifications detailed above, he/ she should have the following specifications:
Competence in the design and use of spread sheets
Experience of financial management practices in rural development projects
At least a credit in Mathematics at O-Level
Work Experience
5years’ experience in accounting
Competence
Knowledge in the Government of Uganda financial management and accounting procedures
Competence in the use of computer based financial management systems;
Experience of Financial Management practices in rural development project is added advantage.
How to Apply
Written Applications with copies of academic credentials, testimonials and detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) indicating contact details of three (03) referees should be addressed to the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries, and hand-delivered to the Ministry Registry located at Plot No.14 Lugard Road Entebbe P.O. Box 102 Entebbe.
Closing date for submission: Monday 12th October, 2020 at 4.00pm
Only Shortlisted Candidates will be contacted.
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