Accountant – Mwera Tea Estate (via Human Capital Business Solutions Ltd)

Accountant – Full-time

Company: Mwera Tea Estate (via Human Capital Business Solutions Ltd)
Location: Mityana, Uganda
Deadline: 31st October 2024

Job Overview

Mwera Tea Estate is seeking a competent and experienced Accountant to be based in Mityana, Uganda. The Accountant will be responsible for analyzing financial data, overseeing store and cashier operations, and preparing financial reports for management in line with the company’s finance policy and applicable accounting standards.

Reports To:

Finance Manager

Key Responsibilities:

1. Maintain accurate books of accounts according to the organization’s financial policies and procedures.
2. Review payment vouchers before forwarding cheques to the Head of Finance.
3. Monitor the implementation of internal controls to ensure risk management.
4. Manage debtors and creditors accounts in line with company guidelines.
5. Supervise the posting of farmers’ data and ensure timely payment calculations.
6. Follow up on debt recovery from farmers and staff.
7. Oversee payroll and farmers’ payments according to MGTF finance guidelines.
8. Reconcile accounts receivable ledger to ensure all invoices, payments, and tax withholdings are accounted for.
9. Maintain and verify the fixed assets register to ensure proper custody of company assets.
10. Ensure all financial transactions have proper documentation and approvals.
11. Maintain accounts receivable files and records.
12. Investigate and resolve any issues related to accounts receivable (AR) and accounts payable (AP).
13. Reconcile service provider accounts and follow up on their payments.
14. Review operational advances and provide recommendations to the Finance Manager.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• At least 3-5 years of post-qualification experience as an Accountant.
• Proficiency in Tally ERP or similar accounting software.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and regulations.
• Analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to prepare financial statements.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with internal teams and external partners.

Barriers to Success:

• Lack of technical accounting knowledge.
• Inexperience in using Tally accounting software.

Work Conditions:

• Work Hours: 8 hours per day
• Duty Station: Mityana, Uganda

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should CLICK HERE TO APPLY.