About the job

Accountant

Twyford Impex Uganda

A key regional arm of Twyford International, engaged in the imports and export of ceramic tiles and sanitary ware across East Africa,supporting large-scale construction and infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Accounting & Reporting

• Maintain accurate financial records, including general ledger, journals, and supporting schedules
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in line with company and statutory requirements
• Perform bank, inventory, and account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness

Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Manage supplier payments, invoice processing, and expense verification
• Monitor accounts receivable, follow up on collections, and ensure healthy cash flow
• Maintain accurate records of customer and vendor transactions

Cost Accounting & Inventory Control

• Track and analyze production costs, including raw materials, labor, and overheads
• Monitor inventory movements and valuation in coordination with warehouse and production teams
• Support cost optimization initiatives within manufacturing operations

Tax & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with Uganda tax regulations (VAT, withholding tax, corporate tax)
• Prepare and file statutory returns accurately and on time
• Liaise with tax authorities and support audits when required

Budgeting & Financial Analysis

• Assist in preparing budgets, forecasts, and financial plans
• Conduct variance analysis and provide insights to management for decision-making
• Support cost control and profitability improvement initiatives

Internal Controls & Audit Support

• Maintain and improve internal control systems to safeguard company assets
• Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation and reports

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Professional certification such as CPA (Uganda) or ACCA is highly preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and manufacturing cost structures
• Proficiency in accounting systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar ERP systems)
• Advanced Excel and financial analysis skills
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Good communication and stakeholder management abilities

Other Requirements

• 2–5+ years of accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing or FMCG
• Knowledge of inventory and cost accounting is essential
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Experience working in a multicultural or regional business environment is an advantage

• Maintain accurate financial records, including general ledger, journals, and supporting schedules
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in line with company and statutory requirements
• Perform bank, inventory, and account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Manage supplier payments, invoice processing, and expense verification
• Monitor accounts receivable, follow up on collections, and ensure healthy cash flow
• Maintain accurate records of customer and vendor transactions
• Track and analyze production costs, including raw materials, labor, and overheads
• Monitor inventory movements and valuation in coordination with warehouse and production teams
• Support cost optimization initiatives within manufacturing operations
• Ensure compliance with Uganda tax regulations (VAT, withholding tax, corporate tax)
• Prepare and file statutory returns accurately and on time
• Liaise with tax authorities and support audits when required
• Assist in preparing budgets, forecasts, and financial plans
• Conduct variance analysis and provide insights to management for decision-making
• Support cost control and profitability improvement initiatives
• Maintain and improve internal control systems to safeguard company assets
• Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation and reports

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and manufacturing cost structures
• Proficiency in accounting systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar ERP systems)
• Advanced Excel and financial analysis skills
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Good communication and stakeholder management abilities

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Professional certification such as CPA (Uganda) or ACCA is highly preferred