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Category

Accounting / Finance

Employment Type

Full-time

Location

Kampala, Uganda

Vacancies

1 position

Closing Date

11/20/2026
15 days left

Employer / Company

Desmond Agri Ltd logo
Desmond Agri Ltd
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Description (Public)

Desmond Agri Ltd is hiring a Junior Accountant to support financial operations of its fresh produce export business, including URA tax compliance, multi-currency accounting and export cost tracking.

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

  • Maintain accurate financial records including daily transactions, invoices, receipts and payments.
  • Prepare bank reconciliations, expense reports and monthly financial summaries.
  • Support budgeting, cash flow monitoring and financial reporting.
  • Prepare and submit statutory tax returns accurately and on time in line with URA requirements.
  • Maintain tax records and support tax reconciliations and audits.
  • Assist with export-related tax documentation including VAT treatment.
  • Record and reconcile multi-currency transactions and account for foreign exchange gains and losses.
  • Track and reconcile export-related expenses such as freight, packaging, handling, clearing and transport.
  • Prepare invoices, follow up overdue receivables and process supplier invoices.
  • Reconcile customer and supplier accounts.

Qualifications, Education and Competencies

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration (Accounting) or a related field.
  • At least 1 to 2 years' relevant accounting experience, preferably in agriculture, export trade or logistics.
  • Practical knowledge of URA tax filing procedures and statutory compliance.
  • Understanding of foreign currency transactions and basic international trade accounting.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software such as QuickBooks or Tally.

Skills & Competencies:

  • Strong numerical and analytical skills.
  • Organisation and attention to detail.
  • High integrity and accuracy.
  • Ability to work with international customers and suppliers.

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