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Job Summary

Job Title:
Accountant
Employer:
International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)
Location:
Country:
Uganda
Contract Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Accounting Jobs
Number of Positions:
1
Deadline:
Monday, 21 July 2025

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About the Organisation

Accountant job at International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) | Apply Now

Kampala, Uganda

​Established in 1967 and headquartered in Ibadan, Nigeria, the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is a non-profit research-for-development organization committed to addressing Africa's pressing challenges of hunger, malnutrition, poverty, and natural resource degradation. Recognized as a leading partner in agricultural research, IITA collaborates with various stakeholders across sub-Saharan Africa to enhance livelihoods, improve food and nutrition security, and promote sustainable agricultural practices.

The institute fosters a work culture centered on integrity, excellence, and innovation, offering employees opportunities to engage in impactful research that drives positive change. Operating in over 35 countries, IITA's expansive reach is supported by a diverse team of professionals dedicated to agricultural advancement. Guided by core values of accountability and inclusivity, IITA actively engages in corporate social responsibility initiatives aimed at empowering communities and promoting environmental stewardship. For more information, visit their website at www.iita.org.​

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Full Time

Deadline: 

21 Jul 2025

Job Title

Accountant job at International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)

International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)

Job Description

Job Title:  Accountant

Organisation: International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda


Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

Qualifications, Education and Competencies

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Deadline: 21st July 2025

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How to Apply

  • Manage the staff advances monitoring system, including maintenance of tracking tool.

  • Audit i-expense reports in oracle following IITA policies and procedures and applicable donor guidelines and follow up to ensure physical documents are approved and filed accordingly.

  • Coordinate the submission of cost recovery and chargeback and ensure timely processing of approved journals.

  • Manage the station fixed asset register and ensure that all assets are tagged and reconciled with headquarters.

  • Support the station’s monthly financial reporting process to headquarters.

  • Coordinate the compilation and submission of PAYE and NSSF returns.

  • In liaison with the P&C, compile the casual laborers’ payment requests.

  • Participate in quarterly stock counts.

  • Support the fixed assets physical verification and reconciliation process.

  • Generate the station invoices and follow up un outstanding receivables.

  • Participate in the internal and external audit process as may be required.

  • Manage an active filing system, cost recovery/ chargebacks, i-expense, journals, payroll and other financial related documents.

  • Any other duties as assigned by supervisor

Accountant job at International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)

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  • A bachelor’s degree in accounting and finance, or other related discipline is required

  • At least three years of experience in a similar role, preferably with a not-for-profit organization.

  • Prior experience with donor funded projects.

  • Proficiency in the use of MS office, especially excel.

  • Ability to learn new applications quickly.

  • Possess excellent ability with figures.

  • Must be able to work independently with minimum supervision but also participate as a team member in the accomplishment of duties.

Benefits

  • We offer a highly competitive salary with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant work environment.

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