Accounts Assistant Job Vacancies – Latitude Trade Co.
Organization: Latitude Trade Co
Duty Station: Uganda
About US:
Latitude Trade Company is a rapidly growing business with the mission of sustainably increasing incomes and reducing risk for small farm businesses in East Africa. Our strategy is to disrupt smallholder farmer value-chains through quality improvement, supply-chain collaboration and value addition. With offices in Western Uganda, the company partners with smallholder farmers to buy, process and trade ethically-sourced specialty agricultural products. Our specialty cocoa beans are used by bean-to-bar chocolate makers throughout the world, and our own craft chocolate is sold in stores domestically.
Job Summary: The Accountant will report directly to the Director in Kampala and serve as the coordinator of finance and accounts for the company across operations and products.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Manage company documentation, including expense receipts, delivery documentation, employee contracts, etc. with assistance from the cashiers
- Review and submit weekly account reports on stock and finance compiled by store managers and cashiers
- Coordinate banking, payroll, and routine taxes (PAYE, VAT, and NSSF)
- Coordinate routine audit of accounts and submission of tax returns
- File invoices and follow-up with customers on receivables
- Draft and submit budgets
- Coordinate fulfillment of any requirements for financiers or donors
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The ideal candidate must hold a Degree in relevant Account or Finance field, CPA or ACA preferred
- Fluent English
- At least three years of experience as an accountant in Ugandan registered company
- Previous management experience or experience overseeing field activities
- Advanced knowledge of MS Office and Quickbooks (required)
- Good communication skills via email, phone, and report writing
- Willingness to relocate to rural area for extended periods
Remuneration & Benefits
Monthly salary will be based on experience. The candidate will additionally be provided with the following benefits:
- On-site lunch during work days
- Regular feedback and professional development from your manager
- Opportunities to engage in relevant trainings and continuing education
- Retirement contributions and rewards based on tenure with company
How to Apply:
All Interested candidates please forward CV (file labeled with your full name or you will not be considered) including a list of 3 recent professional references to jobs@latitudetrade.co