2 Assistant Technical Officer Job Positions – Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Uganda (ICPAU)

Organization: Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Uganda (ICPAU)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: Technical Officer

Ref: T04/07/17

Institute of Certified Public Accountants (ICPAU) is the national professional accountancy body in Uganda, established by the Accountants Act. The Institute also has a mandate to conduct professional accountancy examinations in Uganda. The Institute is mandated to also:

·         Regulate and maintain the Standard of Accountancy in Uganda.

·         Prescribe and regulate the conduct of accountants and practising accountants in Uganda.

Job Summary:  The Assistant Technical Officer will be responsible for assisting the Technical Officer in executing the technical function of the Institute. The Assistant Technical Officer is a key member of the ICPAU team and is expected to understand, support, and promote the objectives of the Technical Department.

·         Support in handling technical issues related to the Accountancy Profession.

·         Actively participate in the quality assurance programme of the Institute.

·         Support the execution of the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Programme.

·         Render support in the development and preparation of technical materials.

·         Build and strengthen working relationships with the Institute’s stakeholders.

·         Actively participate in conducting research in accountancy and related areas.

·         Take part in the running of the Institute’s events and functions.

·         Perform other administrative duties as may be assigned from time to time.

·         The applicant should hold a Professional Accountancy Qualification. Possession of a degree is an added advantage.

·         A minimum of two years’ experience in auditing or taxation.

·         Working knowledge of professional standards and excellent writing skills.

·         Excellent communication and computer skills;

·         Strong leadership and interpersonal skills;

·         Be team builders/players;

·         Excellent analytical and problem solving skills;

·         Be creative, innovative, adaptable and have a passion for quality.

·         Excellent command of the English language (both spoken and written);

All interested applicants should their applications including a detailed curriculum vitae, copies of certificates, three references including at least two from previous employers (if any), and functioning telephone numbers/e-mail addresses quoting the Job Reference Number. Please send your application with all the necessary documents in a sealed envelope quoting the job reference number on the envelope to the address below.

The Secretary,

Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Uganda,

Plot 42 Bukoto Street, Kololo,

P. O. Box 12464, Kampala, Uganda.

E-mail: icpau@icpau.co.ug

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