Accountant (3 positions)

Announcement Number: DB/05/042/FA02
Position Title: Accountant (3 positions)
Opening Period: 05/05/2025 – 05/12/2025
Series/Grade: L (2)
Salary: Competitive
Who May Apply: All Interested Applicants
Duration Appointment: Indefinite, subject to successful completion of probationary period

Supervisory Position: No

Job Summary:

The accountant will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, managing ledgers, and supporting monthly closings in accordance with IFRS and internal financial controls. The role includes preparation of financial statements, handling statutory compliance (e.g. taxes, NSSF, PAYE), and assisting in audits. The ideal candidate should have strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and hands-on experience with accounting software in a manufacturing or GMP-regulated environment.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including general ledger entries, accounts payable and receivable, and monthly bank reconciliations.
2. Prepare and analyze financial statements, management reports, and variance analyses to support effective decision-making and regulatory compliance.
3. Ensure timely processing of payments, payroll, and statutory deductions, as well as compliance with tax laws and internal policies.
4. Monitor inventory transactions, assist with inventory valuation, and support accurate cost accounting for pharmaceutical products.
5. Coordinate and prepare documentation for internal and external audits, ensuring adherence to internal controls and supporting audit readiness.
6. Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes, collaborating with other departments to align financial goals with operational objectives.
7. Support the implementation and optimization of accounting software and ERP systems to improve efficiency and accuracy in financial reporting.
8. Maintain organized records and documentation for all financial transactions, ensuring data integrity and accessibility for management and regulatory inspections.
9. Provide timely updates on tax obligations, regulatory changes, and compliance requirements relevant to the pharmaceutical industry.
10. Foster a culture of ethical financial management and continuous improvement within the finance team.

Academic Qualifications: 

1. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is required.
2. Professional certification such as CPA (Uganda) or ACCA is highly desirable.

Experience and competencies:

1. Minimum of 3 years’ experience in accounting, preferably within the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, or manufacturing sectors.
2. Demonstrated experience with financial reporting, compliance, and audit preparation in a regulated industry is an advantage.
3. Comprehensive understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls.
4. Familiarity with Uganda’s tax laws, statutory requirements, and pharmaceutical industry regulations is preferred.

Proficiency in accounting software, ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.