Church of Uganda Jobs

The Church of Uganda Provincial Secretariat seeks to recruit an ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT in the Treasury Department beginning 1st November 2010. This position requires an individual who is a team builder and is able to demonstrate a high level of spiritual maturity, integrity and professionalism.

Job title: Accountant
Employment Terms:
• Contract basis issued for a period of 3 years and may be renewed upon review of performance.
• Attractive and competitive salary rates.

Duty Station: Provincial Secretariat -Namirembe Hill
Post: ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT
Reports to: The Provincial Accountant

Main Purpose of the Job:
To be the link between the Treasury Department and all other departments and external donors to ensure clear flow of financial information.

Key Duties:
• Ensure that reports to Management and Donors are prepared in a timely manner
• Assist the departments and units in budget preparation and consolidation
• Ensure that receipts and payments are managed
• Assist the Provincial Accountant in managing audit of financial accounts

Qualifications:
The applicant must possess the following: A minimum of a B.Com or BBA degree from a recognized university; A professional Accounting qualification (ACCA or CPA); At least three (3) years professional accounting experience in an NGO setting at senior management level. The applicant must also have hands on experience in using Ms Excel and different accounting packages; competence in donor/grant accounting and reporting; and excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to explain financial information to non financial staff. Other attributes include: A practising and spiritually mature Christian who is committed to Church of Uganda values. The Applicant must be between 30-40 years of age.
Apply for this job

Applications along with curriculum vitae, copies of relevant testimonials, names and contacts of three referees (including priest of local church) and a day time contact should be submitted to the address below not later than 11th-10-2010. Clearly indicate the post you are applying tor on the envelope. Only shortlisted applicants will he contacted. Persons who have applied before should not re-apply. Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

The Provincial Secretary
The Church of Uganda
P.O. Box 14123, Kampala, Uganda