Background information about the job or company

Our client, Asilia Africa, a leader in providing safari experiences and eco-friendly accommodations in East Africa, is looking to recruit a Lodge Accountant to join their team in Entebbe, Uganda.

JOB PURPOSE:

This position will be responsible for the excellent execution of attendant finance and accounting functions geared towards the achievement of the company goals and objectives.

Responsibilities or duties

• Assist in the preparation of the monthly management accounts, performing statistical reviews and financial reporting.
• File tax returns and remit all payments on or before the due dates specifically: Payroll taxes, VAT, income taxes and final taxes.
• Proper reconciliation of VAT before remitting payment to URA as guided from time to time by the Line Manager.
• Attend to any other taxes as may be legislated from time to time.
• Responsible for balance sheet reconciliations including bank reconciliations, trade payables and intercompany ledgers on regular basis.
• Stocks management i.e. oversee Physical stock takes at the camp and participate in variance analysis calls.
• Fixed Asset management and accounting specifically tagging and verifying fixed assets on an annual basis.
• Ensure all payments and receipts are processed and accounted for in the system in collaboration with the Office Manager.
• Reconcile and account for Park entry fees and other camp activities incurred by guests.
• Assist with monitoring budget expenditures and conducting variance analysis.
• Provide support to internal and external audit assignments as well as resolution of audit findings.
• Assist in the preparation of R&M reports for all vehicles.

Required Work Practices

• Across all interactions, promote the image of the team as a best in class externally with relevant stakeholders and internally with key stakeholders.
• As a key point of contact, uphold and contribute to the reputation of the company as a leading safari operator.
• Uphold Company values in everyday work practices.

Qualifications or requirements

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS & CAREER EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and CPA (U).
• Working knowledge and understanding of the safari industry is preferred.
• Knowledge of finance & accounting systems.

Core Competencies:

• Commercial acumen
• Analytical skills
• Meticulous attention to detail as well as a learning mindset
• Good communication skills and a service delivery mindset
• Ability to work under pressure
• Teamwork

Any other provided details

All applicants are advised to adhere to the application guidelines for consideration. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

NB: Flexi Personnel does not charge candidates for job placement.

• Assist in the preparation of the monthly management accounts, performing statistical reviews and financial reporting.
• File tax returns and remit all payments on or before the due dates specifically: Payroll taxes, VAT, income taxes and final taxes.
• Proper reconciliation of VAT before remitting payment to URA as guided from time to time by the Line Manager.
• Attend to any other taxes as may be legislated from time to time.
• Responsible for balance sheet reconciliations including bank reconciliations, trade payables and intercompany ledgers on regular basis.
• Stocks management i.e. oversee Physical stock takes at the camp and participate in variance analysis calls.
• Fixed Asset management and accounting specifically tagging and verifying fixed assets on an annual basis.
• Ensure all payments and receipts are processed and accounted for in the system in collaboration with the Office Manager.
• Reconcile and account for Park entry fees and other camp activities incurred by guests.
• Assist with monitoring budget expenditures and conducting variance analysis.
• Provide support to internal and external audit assignments as well as resolution of audit findings.
• Assist in the preparation of R&M reports for all vehicles.

• Commercial acumen
• Analytical skills
• Meticulous attention to detail as well as a learning mindset
• Good communication skills and a service delivery mindset
• Ability to work under pressure
• Teamwork

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and CPA (U).
• Working knowledge and understanding of the safari industry is preferred.
• Knowledge of finance & accounting systems.