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Payables Accountant job at Hima Cement Ltd | Apply Now
Namanve, Uganda
Hima Cement Limited, established in 1994 and headquartered in Kampala, Uganda, is a leading manufacturer and supplier of cement and concrete-based building solutions in East Africa. The company operates two production facilities, one in Hima, Kasese District, and another in Tororo, Eastern Uganda, with a combined annual production capacity of approximately 1.9 million tonnes. In November 2023, the Sarrai Group, a diversified manufacturing conglomerate based in Uganda, acquired a majority stake in Hima Cement, aiming to enhance its market presence and operational efficiency.
Hima Cement is renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation, offering a wide range of cement products tailored to various construction needs. The company fosters a dynamic work culture that emphasizes collaboration, professional growth, and a shared commitment to excellence. Hima Cement actively engages in corporate social responsibility initiatives, focusing on community development, environmental sustainability, and supporting local infrastructure projects. For more information about their products, career opportunities, and corporate initiatives, visit their website at www.himacement.co.
Are you looking for Accounting jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Payables Accountant job at Hima Cement Ltd
Full Time
Deadline:
29 Sept 2025
Job Title
Payables Accountant job at Hima Cement Ltd
Hima Cement Ltd
Job Description
Job Title: Payables Accountant
Company: Hima Cement Ltd
Vacancy Code: PAX01
Reporting Line: Payables Controller
Duration: Full Time – Contract
Duty Station: Namanve
Job Summary
This position plays a critical role in working capital management and in the order-to-pay process.
The person will interact continuously with user departments and external suppliers.
The key challenges will be:
Prompt processing
Query resolution
Timely follow-ups
Managing supplier relations
This calls for excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.
Hima Cement will offer a competitive remuneration package to the successful candidate.
Candidates who meet the above criteria and have what it takes to excel in this position should send their CVs — including:
Email address (if any)
Present position and current remuneration
Certificates/testimonials
Contact details of three (3) referees (including telephone numbers)
to the email address below no later than 29th September 2025:
📧 careers@himacement.com
(Let’s save the environment — please email your application and CV.)
Key Notes
Hima Cement Limited is a diverse, inclusive, and equal opportunity employer.
We do not discriminate and do not charge any fee at any stage of recruitment.Ensure your application letter, CV, and certificates are attached as one document
Indicate the Vacancy Code (PAX01) as the subject of your email
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification
Address Your Application To:
The Human Resource Manager – Corporate
Hima Cement Ltd
Plot 838, Namanve Industrial Park
P.O. Box 7230, Kampala
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How to Apply
Enforcing the company’s payments policy: processing supplier invoices, credit memos, and generating payments
Reconciling vendor statements, resolving discrepancies, vendor inquiries, and disputes
Compiling weekly and monthly payment forecasts
Supporting the Payables Controller in ensuring adequate and correctly applied payment process controls
Supporting the Payables Controller in administering tax payments and URA refunds, including:
Replenishing the URA Gross Payment Account
Administering VAT, Excise, and Withholding Tax
Ensuring tax compliance
Processing staff expense claims and accountability reports
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Technical Competencies
Business-related degree and intermediate-level qualification in CPA or ACCA
Proficiency in spreadsheets and ERP applications (SAP, Oracle Financials)
Knowledge of indirect, direct, and international taxes
Two years of accounts payables and general accounting experience in a reputable organization
Profile & Personal Qualities
Teamwork and flexibility
Organizing and prioritizing
Innovation and passion for excellence
Problem-solving and communication skills
Attention to detail and accuracy
Confidentiality and sound judgement
