Work closely with the management team to identify opportunities for productivity improvements, via review of organisational structures, streamlining of business processes, continuous improvement, and performance management.
Work as part of the multi-disciplinary project team to enable the breaking down of divisional and departmental barriers and to encourage the concept of both internal and external partnership working.
Significantly contribute to the development and review of Business Plans/Strategies for the company.
Drive the preparation of budgets and presentations and implement Budgetary monitoring and controls.
Prepare monthly management accounts for review of Top Management .
Preparation and monitoring of daily cash flows
Ensure effective financial controls are in place.
Ensure proper costing of healthcare plans.
Produce monthly creditors and aged debtors’ lists, monitor and ensure compliance with appropriate practice.
Liaise with different stakeholders
Required profile for job ad : Senior Accountant
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or health administration with 7-10 years of progressively responsible financial accounting or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
5+ years of experience in an academic environment and/or medical center
Extensive knowledge of financial policies, practices and systems; budgeting and reporting techniques; fund accounting; human resource planning; accounting and bookkeeping.
Strong ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively across the organization at all levels; ability to interact with diverse populations.
Client services oriented; good listening, critical thinking and analytical skills.
Demonstrated negotiation skills.
Ability to multi-task.
Ability to evaluate processes to establish and maintain appropriate accountability structures and strong internal control elements.
Preferred Qualifications
MBA or equivalent
CPA preferred but not required
Professional certification
Interested persons who meet the above criteria should send their applications on the site.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Job criteria for job ad : Senior Accountant
Job category :
Accounting, controlling, finance
Industries :
Health, pharmacy, hospitals, medical equipment
Employment type :
Fixed-term contract
Region :
Kampala
Experience level : 5 to 10 years
Educational level : Master
Spoken language :
english › fluent
Number of Position(s) : 1
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