Accounts Assistant The Uganda Episcopal Conference

The Uganda Episcopal Conference (UEC) is the legal body of the Catholic Bishops In Uganda administered by the Uganda Catholic Secretariat (UCS). Through Caritas Uganda (Social Services and Development Department), it is implementing the Uganda Governance and Poverty Alleviation ProgrammSe (UGOPAP) supported by DANIDA through Caritas Denmark.
UGOPAP aims at improving livelihoods of smallholder families through civil society strengthening and good governace as well as increased family food security and incomes, the achievement of which is dependent on .effective advocacy and increased, sustainable market-oriented agricultural production.
The programme is implemented jointly by three other partners, namely the Central Archdiocesan Provincial Caritas Association (CAPCA), the Eastern Archdiocesan Development Network (EADEN) and Community Integrated Development Initiative (CIDI) Soroti. Advocacy is a key function of UGOPAP and will be carried out by all partners. However caritas Uganda will take the key role in national level advocacy through a UGOPAP civil society advocacy platform. In addition UGOPAP has a Programme Management Committee (PMC) to coordinate and provide oversight and harmony in the implementation of the programme. But at caritas Uganda level, the management of the programme is integrated into the systems and processes of UCS.
UEC now wishes to fill the following job positions in UGOPAP by recruiting highly self-motivated candidates who will be able to work with the rest of the team at UCS.

Accounts Assistant (1)
Purpose of the Position: To consolidate financial reports from UGOPAP partner organisations and assist PMC Communication Officer and Coordinator with budget preparation and management.
Job Summary: Compile and analyze financial information to prepare financial statements including monthly and consolidated annual accounts; ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted policies and procedures; ensure all financial reporting deadlines are met; prepare financial management reports; ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year end close; establish and monitor the implementation and maintenance of accounting control procedures; resolve accounting discrepancies and irregularities; continuous management and support of budget and forecast activities; monitor and support taxation issues; develop and maintain financial data bases; financial audit preparation and coordinate the audit process; ensure accurate and appropriate recording and analysis of revenues and expenses; analyze and advise on organizational operations including revenue and expenditure trends, financial commitments and future revenues; analyze financial information to recommend or develop efficient use of resources and procedures, provide strategic recommendations and maintain solutions financial problems.
Requirement:

Person Specifications: Accounting degree or equivalent i.e. CPA/ACCA; knowledge of accepted accounting practices and principles; knowledge of economic principles; knowledge of auditing practices and principles; knowledge of applicable laws, codes and regulations; knowledge and experience of related computer applications; a minimum of 3 years experience in the management of financial systems and budgets, financial reporting, financial data analysis, auditing, taxation and providing financial advice. Key Competencies: Attention to detail and accuracy; planning and organizing; strong communication skills; information and task monitoring; problem analysis; judgment and problem-solving; supervisory skills; stress tolerance; religious and respectful.
Salary: - USD/month
How to apply:

Interested and eligible candidates should submit their complete and signed applications to the following address: The Secretary General Uganda Catholic Secretarial Plot 672, Hanlon Road, Nsambya Hill P.O. Box 2886 Kampala, Uganda. A complete application includes the following attachments: 1) Signed curriculum vitae; 2) At least three letters of reference that must include one from the current or most recent employer, one from a professional in the relevant field; 3) Photocopies of academic certificates, degrees and testimonials; 4) one passport size photo.