NITA Project Accountant Jobs in Uganda

NITA Project Accountant Jobs in Uganda

Objective of Assignment

To carry out the function of project accounting efficiently and ensure financial management support is provided to meet the needs of operations and objectives of the project effectively.

Reporting

The Project Accountant will report to Director, Finance and Administration on functional deliverables and to UDAP Programme Coordinator administratively.

Responsibilities and Tasks

The main responsibilities and duties of the Project Accountant shall be as outlined below;

To manage all the Project finances in accordance with the approved financial controls by both the Government of Uganda and the World Bank.

To prepare the draft annual work plan and coordinate with other stakeholders for review and concurrence .

To review and advise the UDAP Programme Coordinator on all expenditure requests.

To review supporting documents for payment authorization letters for the Accounting Officer as appropriate, in favour of executors and service providers of approved projects and ensure payments are made timely;

To follow up approvals of expenditure requests and related accountabilities of funds;

To maintain all project accounting information/records in a complete and orderly manner;

Prepare and follow up endorsement and payment of relevant loan withdrawal applications;

To participate in the audit processes of the project, particularly facilitating audit team members’ easy access to the project financial records;

To provide feedback on the approval processes of expenditure requests and the preparation of payment orders issued by the Accounting Officer

To obtain/review accountabilities for expenditure from related executors and service providers.

To maintain a record of the fixed Assets and inventories;

Prepare monthly, quarterly UDAP financial reports and annual accounts on a timely basis.

To perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Director Finance and Administration.

Deliverables

The expected deliverables from the Project Accountant will include but not limited to

the following:

Detailed Project budget and work plan every six months

Cash flow forecasts for project needs based on the work plans including PPDA needs

Monthly UDAP project financial statements

Withdrawal applications submitted quarterly with Interim Financial Reports (IFRs) within 45 days after the end of the quarter.

Summary statement of expenditures for Contracts subject to prior review by World Bank

Annual financial statements within 30 days after end of a financial year.

Qualifications

Minimum qualification of Bachelors’ Degree in Commerce, Business Administration or Financial Management (Accounting Option) from a recognized university or its equivalent. Professional Qualification in Accountancy (CPA or ACCA)

Member of the accountancy professional body such as ICPA (U) or ACCA.

Competencies

Proven track record of professional integrity and confidentiality in handling public resources

Solid organisational skills

Good interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work with teams in the organisation at all levels

Strong report writing and presentation skills

Must be able to work under pressure and tight deadlines, with minimum supervision

Computer knowledge and skills in MS-Word, MS-Excel and internet/email is a mandatory requirement.

Experience

Minimum of five (5) years overall accounting experience.

Experience in public sector and donor funded projects will be an added advantage.

Excellent knowledge of the relevant Accounting Computer packages

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; NITA Project Accountant Jobs in Uganda

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