Accounting Assistant

Location: Bayimba Centre, Buikwe / Mukono

Hiring Firm: Bayimba Cultural Foundation

Type: fulltime

Created Date: 2025-09-29

Deadline: 2025-10-06

Job Description:

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Financial Documentation:

• Collect, review, and maintain accurate financial documents, including invoices, receipts, and payment records.
• Ensure that all financial transactions are properly documented and recorded.

1. Transaction Processing:

• Assist in processing financial transactions, including payments, receipts, and journal entries.
• Ensure that all transactions are accurately recorded and compliant with financial regulations.

1. Financial Reporting:

• Assist the Chief Finance Officer in preparing financial reports, including program accounts and donor reports.
• Ensure that financial reports are accurate, complete, and submitted on time.

1. Financial Record-Keeping:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including ledgers, journals, and other financial documents.
• Ensure that financial records are properly filed and easily accessible.

1. Compliance and Audit Support:

• Ensure that financial transactions and records comply with financial regulations and donor requirements.
• Provide support to the Chief Finance Officer during audits and financial reviews.

Risk Assessment and Mitigation

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• Diploma or degree in accounting or a related field.
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• At least 1-2 years of experience in accounting or a related field.
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• Basic knowledge of accounting principles and financial regulations.
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• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero).
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• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
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• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

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• Experience working with non-profit organizations or similar entities.
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• Familiarity with donor reporting and compliance requirements.
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• Certification in accounting (e.g., ACCA, CPA).

What We Offer

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• Competitive salary.
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• Opportunity to work with a dynamic and innovative organization.
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• Collaborative and supportive work environment.

Required Experience: 2 years

How to apply:

How to Apply

If you are a detail-oriented and organized accounting professional looking to join a dynamic team, please submit your application, including your CV and cover letter, to info@bayimba.org and legal@bayimba.org.

Terms and Conditions

Hours

Full time

Salary

3.2m UGX incl. PAYEE + NSSF

Holidays (if applicable)

22 days per annum plus public holidays

Probation

3 months

Contract type

1 year

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