Accounts Officer – Kampala – Heavenly Cakes

About US:
Heavenly Cakes Ltd specializes in specialty cakes, wedding cakes, cupcakes, pastries and desserts.

Job Summary: The Accounts Officer will be responsible for financial management and preparation of financial statements for the company.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
· Entering approved payment requests into accounting software and filing all accounting documents in a professional matter;
· In charge of processing and preparation of payment vouchers and supporting documentation for both cash and bank payments to suppliers;
· Posting tax invoices and receipts in the accounting system;
· Responsible for filing of monthly VAT, PAYE and NSSF returns and any other statutory returns;
· Preparation and submission of quarterly financial reports due for Board of Directors;
· Ensure that spending is kept in line with the budget;
· Maintain and update financial systems including petty cash, expenses, mileage claims, income and expenditure records;
· Prepare monthly payroll and ensure timely payment of statutory deductions;
· Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
· The ideal candidate should preferably hold a bachelor’s degree in commerce, Accounting or Business Administration from a recognized University or relevant discipline with an accounting major;
· At least three years or related experience in accounts in a similar busy environment;
· Good managerial skills with an ability to make decisions;
· Sound financial management skills with knowledge of computer Accounting Packages and good understanding of national financial requirements and tax policies;
· Excellent analytical skills and ability to work under minimum supervision;
· Demonstrated ability to maintain and keep confidential information;
· Possess the ability to multi-task assignments and work under pressure;
· Self-motivated with demonstrated ability to generate financial reports and meet set deadlines with good integrity and confidentiality;
· Working knowledge of computerized accounting software is an added advantage;
· Ability to maintain personal professional development and competencies on financial issues;

NB: Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send their applications together with:
· Attached copies of all academic qualifications (transcripts and certificates);
· Detailed CVs and mobile telephone numbers;
· Three work references and or/academic references;

Send the complete applications via soft copy only to heavenlycakesug@gmail.com and address them to;

The Recruitment Officer,
Heavenly Cakes,
P.O. Box 5259,
Kampala-Uganda

Deadline: 20th November, 2015 by 5:00 PM

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