Chief Accountant job at Joint Clinical Research Centre (JCRC)
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Vacancy title:
Chief Accountant

[ Type: FULL TIME , Industry: Research , Category: Accounting & Finance ]

Jobs at:

Joint Clinical Research Centre (JCRC)

Deadline of this Job:
Friday, November 08 2024 

Duty Station:
Within Uganda , Lubowa, East Africa

Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, October 30 2024, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:
JCRC is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chief Accountant to oversee financial operations, ensures accurate reporting, compliance with standards and regulations, supports budget formulation, and implements financial policies. The successful candidate will enhance financial control, provide strategic advice, and lead the accounting team for operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:
• Review the general ledger to ensure accurate posting of records and prepare management accounts for monthly financial performance analysis.
• Manage transactions with financial institutions, particularly JCRC bank accounts.
• Regularly review bank reconciliations for all JCRC accounts.
• Prepare cash flow projections and advise management on organizational cash flow.
• Prepare JCRC's annual and project budgets.
• Manage indirect costs and project-rechargeable expenses.
• Support the timely preparation of periodical donor reports.
• Review quarterly revenue and expenditure reports from senior accountants for financial reporting purposes.
• Ensure periodical creditor and receivable reconciliations are done and reported on time.
• Maintain the fixed asset register and prepare annual asset reports for management.
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors during audit processes, providing documentation and explanations as needed.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree with a bias in Accounting from a recognized university.
• Must possess full membership to professional accounting bodies such as ACCA or CPA.
• Masters degree in a related field is an added advantage.
• Must posses a Credit in Mathematics and English at O level.
• At least 5 years of progressive and professional accounting experience, with a minimum of 2 years as a Senior Accountant or Chief Accountant in a large organization.
• Strong knowledge of general fund accounting, internal control systems, and grant management.
• Proven ability to develop and implement financial procedures and controls to ensure organizational compliance and efficiency.

Competence Requirements:
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for financial reporting and analysis.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (Advanced knowledge of Navision ERP is a strong advantage).
• Ability to lead and inspire teams, fostering a collaborative and efficient working environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.

Key Attributes:
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for cross-department collaboration.
• Commitment to maintaining the highest ethical standards and financial integrity.




Work Hours: 8


Experience in Months: 24

Level of Education:
Bachelor Degree

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Job Info
Job Category: Accounting/ Finance jobs in Uganda
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: 08 November 2024
Duty Station: Lubowa
Posted: 30-10-2024
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 30-10-2024
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 30-10-2068
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