The Junior Accountant is responsible for all financial records and filling for the Uganda operations. Support the Finance team in the financial management and general administration of the Uganda business. Responsible for preparation of accounting information and providing high quality support service to the operations team.
Key Result Areas and accountabilities:
Preparation of payments.
Preparation of creditors reconciliations
Preparation of Debtors reconciliations
Posting of expense journals and sales
Posting of fixed asset journals
Daily collection of bank statements
Preparation of bank reconciliations
Ensure accounting records systems are maintained in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
Manage petty cash of the business
Ensure all the financial transactions are processed in SAGE PASTEL on timely manner and in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
Ensure that the fixed assets register is accurate and updated regularly
Ensure bank and creditors reconciliations are prepared on a timely basis
Ensure a proper and organized filing system is in place
Develop and implement finance, accounting, billing, and auditing procedures
Post daily financial transactions into Sage pastel
Prepare and submit (after approval by the FM) monthly and annual VAT, income tax and other statutory submissions as well as ensuring timeous payment thereof
Prepare weekly payment schedules;
Ensure suppliers and poles suppliers are paid as per the agreed credit terms
Prepare and maintain the Month-end closing file with all expenses and balance sheet items reconciled and properly supported
Ensure sales invoices and statements to customers are raised accurately and on a timely basis
Ensure operations financial activities are run smoothly and proper accounting for all stock, fuel, machinery/tools and asset utilization are in place
Adhere to risk and corporate governance programs according to the Group policy
Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements of Uganda
Ensure all tax and accounting matters are diligently managed within the provisions and concessions of respective industries
Develop and maintain system of internal controls to safeguard financial assets of the company
Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements of Uganda including submission of all statutory returns
Manage relations with financial stakeholders, i.e. financial institutions, auditors, Country Revenue Authority (URA), public officials.
Ensure accurate costing for sales orders and tenders
Ensure effective asset management of the operation
Ensure collections from customers are raised accurately and are collected on a timely basis
Skills, Knowledge and Competencies:
Excellent knowledge of the Company’s Act and related rules and regulations
Ability to effectively manage change in to enhance business processes and efficiencies
Knowledge of finance and accounting software packages (Sage Pastel)
Knowledge of tax related rules and legislations, and the ability to understand tax laws and its interpretations
Proven ability to solve complex problems and communicate solutions
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Demonstrated team work spirit ability
Thorough knowledge of cost accounting in a manufacturing environment
Working under Pressure.
Qualifications and Professional:
Essential:BBA/Accounting with relevant experience of at least three years
Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounting department using Sage Pastel software preferably within the forestry / agriculture / manufacturing sector.
CPA level 3 onwards a must
Excellent knowledge of the Company’s Act and related rules and regulations
Ability to effectively manage change in to enhance business processes and efficiencies
Knowledge of finance and accounting software packages (Sage Pastel)
Knowledge of tax related rules and legislations, and the ability to understand tax laws and its interpretations
Proven ability to solve complex problems and communicate solutions
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Demonstrated team work spirit ability
Thorough knowledge of cost accounting in a manufacturing environment
Working under Pressure.
Essential:BBA/Accounting with relevant experience of at least three years
Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounting department using Sage Pastel software preferably within the forestry / agriculture / manufacturing sector.
CPA level 3 onwards a must
bachelor degree
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JOB-68e9560324c58
Vacancy title: Junior Accountant
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Professional Services, Category: Accounting & Finance]
Jobs at: NFT
Deadline of this Job: Monday, November 10 2025
Duty Station: Uganda | Kampala | Uganda
Summary Date Posted: Friday, October 10 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
The Junior Accountant is responsible for all financial records and filling for the Uganda operations. Support the Finance team in the financial management and general administration of the Uganda business. Responsible for preparation of accounting information and providing high quality support service to the operations team.
Key Result Areas and accountabilities:
Preparation of payments.
Preparation of creditors reconciliations
Preparation of Debtors reconciliations
Posting of expense journals and sales
Posting of fixed asset journals
Daily collection of bank statements
Preparation of bank reconciliations
Ensure accounting records systems are maintained in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
Manage petty cash of the business
Ensure all the financial transactions are processed in SAGE PASTEL on timely manner and in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
Ensure that the fixed assets register is accurate and updated regularly
Ensure bank and creditors reconciliations are prepared on a timely basis
Ensure a proper and organized filing system is in place
Develop and implement finance, accounting, billing, and auditing procedures
Post daily financial transactions into Sage pastel
Prepare and submit (after approval by the FM) monthly and annual VAT, income tax and other statutory submissions as well as ensuring timeous payment thereof
Prepare weekly payment schedules;
Ensure suppliers and poles suppliers are paid as per the agreed credit terms
Prepare and maintain the Month-end closing file with all expenses and balance sheet items reconciled and properly supported
Ensure sales invoices and statements to customers are raised accurately and on a timely basis
Ensure operations financial activities are run smoothly and proper accounting for all stock, fuel, machinery/tools and asset utilization are in place
Adhere to risk and corporate governance programs according to the Group policy
Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements of Uganda
Ensure all tax and accounting matters are diligently managed within the provisions and concessions of respective industries
Develop and maintain system of internal controls to safeguard financial assets of the company
Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements of Uganda including submission of all statutory returns
Manage relations with financial stakeholders, i.e. financial institutions, auditors, Country Revenue Authority (URA), public officials.
Ensure accurate costing for sales orders and tenders
Ensure effective asset management of the operation
Ensure collections from customers are raised accurately and are collected on a timely basis
Skills, Knowledge and Competencies:
Excellent knowledge of the Company’s Act and related rules and regulations
Ability to effectively manage change in to enhance business processes and efficiencies
Knowledge of finance and accounting software packages (Sage Pastel)
Knowledge of tax related rules and legislations, and the ability to understand tax laws and its interpretations
Proven ability to solve complex problems and communicate solutions
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Demonstrated team work spirit ability
Thorough knowledge of cost accounting in a manufacturing environment
Working under Pressure.
Qualifications and Professional:
Essential:BBA/Accounting with relevant experience of at least three years
Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounting department using Sage Pastel software preferably within the forestry / agriculture / manufacturing sector.
