Accountant job at Pearl of Africa Cheese

About Pearl of Africa Cheese

We are dedicated to producing exceptional authentic African cheese, promoting Uganda's rich dairy heritage while delivering value to our customers, employees, and communities. Our mission is to establish Pearl of Africa cheese as Uganda's leading artisanal cheese brand, ensuring product excellence and exceptional customer experiences while fostering community engagement and employee development.

Role Overview

As an Accountant, you will play a vital role in our financial operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and analysis. You will work closely with the General Manager and contribute to the financial integrity of our operations while working in an engaging and supportive team environment.

Position Details

Employment Type: Full-time

Location: Wakaliga

Work Arrangement: On-site

Reporting Structure: Reports to the General Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Examine, analyze, and interpret accounting records to prepare accurate financial statements.
• Install or advise on systems of recording financial data.
• Monitor the operations and ensure compliance with financial regulations.
• Provide insights to improve financial processes and budgetary data.
• Assist in audits and evaluations of financial statements prepared by others.

Requirements

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related fields.
• 2-3 years of relevant experience in accounting.
• Proficient in database user interface and query software such as QuickBooks and Odoo.
• Strong knowledge in customer service, administration, and mathematics.
• Language proficiency in Luganda and Swahili.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience or certification in additional relevant areas is a plus.

Why come to Pearl of Africa Cheese

This role offers a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plan options, transportation assistance, and free lunch.

• Examine, analyze, and interpret accounting records to prepare accurate financial statements.
• Install or advise on systems of recording financial data.
• Monitor the operations and ensure compliance with financial regulations.
• Provide insights to improve financial processes and budgetary data.
• Assist in audits and evaluations of financial statements prepared by others.

• Proficient in database user interface and query software such as QuickBooks and Odoo.
• Strong knowledge in customer service, administration, and mathematics.
• Language proficiency in Luganda and Swahili.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related fields.
• 2-3 years of relevant experience in accounting.
• Experience or certification in additional relevant areas is a plus.