Jobs at Uganda Law Society in Uganda- Accountant

Job Title: Accountant

Uganda Law Society (ULS)    FULL TIME
About this Job:    

Uganda Law Society (ULS) is a membership organization established by an Act of Parliament to provide services to its membership and the people of Uganda in general. Its vision is to excel as a professional body in the development of the legal profession and promotion of justice in Uganda. Its mission is to improve the professional standards of members of the legal profession, and to promote human rights, and the rule of law, by assisting the Government and the Judiciary in the administration and practice of law in Uganda for the benefit of the people of Uganda.
The Society is looking for a qualified and experienced individual to fill the following position:

Accountant (1) Position
Duty station – Kampala

This person reports to the Head Finance and Administration and his/her the major responsibilities will include:

(i) Coordinating the processing of financial transactions of the Uganda Law Society;
(ii) Ensuring proper receipt and accountability of all incomes and expenditures at the Head Office and from Projects/ branches being conducted by Uganda Law Society;
(iii) Writing books of accounts and making bank reconciliation; extracting the trial balance and financial statements as may be required by the Head of Department;
(iv) Preparation of the staff payroll, making statutory deductions and returns within the stipulated deadlines;
(v) Ensuring that all payments are sufficiently supported by the relevant vouchers, requisitions or any other requisite documentation and duly approved by the relevant authority;
(vi) Making timely cash transfers to the ULS branch offices as shall be directed by the Head Finance and Administration;
(vii) Compiling and submitting monthly status of activity and financial reports as may be required of the Department of Finance and
Administration and of designated projects to the
Head Finance and Administration; and
(viii) Any other lawful duties as may be assigned by the Head of Department
Requirement:    

Education and Experience:
(i) Degree in Commerce, Business Administration or equivalent;
(ii) Knowledge and experience of related computer applications; and
(iii) At least a minimum of 2 years working experience in the management of financial systems and budgets, financial reporting, financial data analysis, auditing, taxation and providing financial advice.
Key Competencies:
(i) Attention to detail and accuracy;
(ii) Strong communication and interpersonal skills;
(iii) Supervisory skills;
(iv) Knowledge and ability to use applicable
information technology and systems to meet work. Proficiency in the use of Quick Books Accounting Software will be very vital;
(v) Integrity, Confidentiality and ability to accomplish tasks promptly under minimum supervision; and
• Good report writing skills.

How to apply:    

Applications accompanied by a detailed CV, testimonials and two referees should be submitted not later than Friday, 15th June 2012 to the address below.
THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
UGANDA LAW SOCIETY/ LEGAL AID PROJECT
PLOT 5A ACACIA AVENUE
P.O. BOX 426, KAMPALA.

Deadline: 15th June 2012