Job Description
Are you interested in contributing to the future of our planet and building a sustainable food system? Are you passionate about financial administration and seeking a challenging position within an enthusiastic team? Fiber Foods is a fast-growing start-up company that sources and processes dehydrated jackfruit, a clean meat replacing ingredient, in Uganda and Kenya, supporting local economies.
Starting date: 1st May, 2023
Contract type: Part time – 2 days a week, renewed based on performance
Deadline for Application: 20th April, 2023
Key Responsibilities:
As an interim Accountant at Fiber Foods, you will be responsible for managing part of the financial administration, as well as supporting the administration of a Joint Venture that will be established in the future. Your duties will include; –
Monthly reporting
• conducting monthly ledger closings
• ensuring intercompany accounts are accurate
• preparing and submitting VAT returns
• overseeing stock counts and accounts payable
• booking and depreciating assets
• creating cash flow forecasts on a quarterly basis
• generating reports and preparing financial statements (P&L/BS/CF)
• conducting additional monthly checks, recording any inconsistencies to assist with reconciling inaccuracies in the system
• prepare for yearly accounts/audits, and preparing and sending sales invoices.
Organizational Structure:
You will report to the Uganda team Lead and Managing Director. You will work with the Finance & Operations Manager to coordinate tasks.
Requirements & Skills:
The ideal candidate should have
• proven bookkeeping experience
• experience with QuickBooks and payroll
• strong computer skills (Excel & Word)
• attention to detail and accuracy, and the ability to prioritize workload.
Method of Application
Fiber Foods offers a challenging position within an enthusiastic team. If you believe that your credentials meet the outlined profile, we invite you to apply. All interested participants should submit their applications, up to date CVs with three referees and testimonials as one pdf file to info@blu.ug before 20th April, 2023. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.