Group Accountant
Overview
Job purpose
The Group Accountant plays a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy, efficiency, and compliance of financial operations across all our branches. You will lead a team of In-Country Accounts Managers, providing guidance, overseeing their work, and consolidating financial data for the entire organization. This is a critical position that demands strong accounting expertise, leadership skills, and a passion for financial management.
- Maintenance of Accounts
- Preparation of Final Accounts of the organization
- Fund management
- Supervision of and Development of the In-country Finance Department
No. of Vacancies
1
Specific Skills
- Proven experience in financial reporting, consolidation, and internal controls.
- Strong leadership and supervisory skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.
- Proficiency in accounting software in QuickBooks and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel is essential).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Strong work ethic with a commitment to accuracy and efficiency.
- Fluency in English is a plus.
Responsible For
1.Financial Reporting & Consolidation:
- Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) or local accounting standards.
- Consolidate financial data from all branch locations, reconciling accounts and identifying discrepancies.
- Work closely with the Finance team at Head Office to ensure consistency in accounting practices across the organization
- Provide leadership and guidance to a team of In-Country Accounts managers.
- Conduct performance reviews, set goals, and provide ongoing training and development opportunities for your team members.
- Foster a collaborative and supportive work environment, promoting open communication and problem-solving skills.
- Implement and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard financial assets and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Stay up to date on relevant accounting standards and regulations, adapting practices as needed.
- Conduct regular reviews of internal controls and identify areas for improvement.
- Analyze financial data to identify trends, assess risks, and support strategic decision-making.
- Participate in the budgeting process, providing insights and recommendations to senior management.
- Prepare variance analyses to monitor and control expenses.
- Manage relationships with external auditors, facilitating the audit process.
- Assist with the preparation of management reports and presentations for internal stakeholders.
- Work cross-functionally with other departments (e.g., Operations, Risk Management) to ensure a holistic approach to financial management.
- Any other ad hoc tasks that may be assigned from time to time.
Additional Requirements
In addition to your day-to-day responsibilities, to ensure that we do this our core company values should be at the center of all that we do:
Be Consistent – Do the simple tasks right every day, every time.
Be Ambitious – Strive to innovate, grow, and improve in all you do.
Be Positive – Stay Upbeat and keep a fun attitude.
Be Honest – Do the right thing.
Job Nature
Full Time
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field (CPA or equivalent certification a plus).
- Minimum of 8+ years of experience in a senior accounting role, preferably within the financial services industry.
Year/s of Experience
8
Job Location
kampala
Salary
Gross pay:8,000,000UGX
Job Level
Sr. Position
How to Apply
Interested candidates can send their resumes to cv@welcometoebc.com mentioning "Job Title" in the subject line.