Uganda National Bureau of Standards Principal Accountant Jobs

Reporting to the Finance and Administration Manager, the successful candidate shall be required to perform the following duties;

• Develop a framework for monitoring the implementation of all finance and accounting policies
and procedures in line with the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA 2015) and other Regulations

• Oversee development and supervise execution of annual work plans for the Finance and Accounting Function in accordance with existing policies and procedures.

• Coordinate the preparation of Quarterly Financial Reports and Final/Annual Accounts for submission to Accountant General and External Auditors in accordance with the requirements of PFMA 2015 and other regulations.

• Coordinate the preparation and submission of Quarterly Budget Performance and other Management Reports to Management.

• Ensure that Books of Accounts and underlying financial records are maintained in accordance
with Internationally Accepted Accounting Standards (IAAS)

• Review supplier invoices and staff claims for accuracy and ensure timely processing of payments
based on available funds and approved budget.

• Monitor budget absorption and regularly advise Management on available balances during execution of the Budget.

• Ensure regular ageing of payables and receivables i.e supplier invoices and staff advances in
order to promote timely accountability of advances and avoid overdue Account balances/Arrears.

• Advise Management on the financial position of the Bureau and actively participate in the Budget preparation in line with PFMA 2015 and UNBS policies and procedures.

• Ensure that all statutory obligations such as NSSF, PAYE, WHT, LST etc. are deducted remitted to
respective Authorities in a timely manner.

• On a continuous basis, review financial management processes and recommend for approval to Management appropriate internal controls and systems to mitigate risks.

• Implement internal controls and systems to ensure effective staff supervision, accountability, financial reporting and service delivery to various stakeholders

Ensure timely preparation and review of Bank Reconciliation Statements.

• Supervise the Stores Function and undertake Annual Stock Taking/Board of Survey to ensure an
updated Fixed Asset Register.

• Supervise staff in the Finance Division and ensure that targets, plans and outputs are achieved
within agreed timelines.

• Undertake

timely performance review/appraisal of staff in the Finance and Accounting Function
based on agreed Key Results Areas.

Qualifications, Competencies and Person Specifications

• An Honours Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Finance, Accounting or Business Administration with a bias in Accounting from a recognized University.

• A Masters Degree in Business Studies, Finance, Accounting or related field from a recognized
University.

• Professional Accountancy Qualifications such as CPA, ACCA, CFA or related qualification from a
recognized body by Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Uganda (ICPAU).

• Member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Uganda (ICPAU)

• Eight (8) Years working experience, three (3) of which should be at Senior Accountant Level in
Government or reputable organization.

• Familiarity with Government Accounting and Budgeting Systems such as Integrated Financial
Management System (IFMS) and Program Based Budgeting System (PBS)

• Proven Supervisory skills, high level of Integrity and Professionalism.

• Must be computer literate with skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and the Internet applications

• Must possess very good communication, writing/reporting analytical skills.

• Must possess good people skills and hands-on supervisory competences with capacity to promote and maintain teamwork, multi-task and deliver results efficiently with minimal supervision

• Must possess functional management competencies with hands-on skills in Risk Management
and internal controls functional areas

• Must be below 50 years of age.

The successful candidates must have a high level of integrity and professionalism, Communication,
Teamwork and Analytical skills and needs to be a team player, an excellent communicator with good oral communication and presentation skills

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; Uganda National Bureau of Standards Principal Accountant Jobs

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