Accountant job at Avanti Energy Services Limited

Organization:

Avanti Energy Services Limited

About the Organization:

Avanti Energy Services Limited is a prominent player in the energy sector, specializing in providing innovative and sustainable energy solutions. The company is dedicated to driving the energy transition through the development, deployment, and management of cutting-edge energy technologies and services. With a strong focus on renewable energy, Avanti Energy Services aims to contribute significantly to reducing carbon emissions and promoting a greener future.

History and Growth
Founded with a vision to revolutionize the energy industry, Avanti Energy Services Limited has quickly established itself as a leading provider of comprehensive energy solutions. Over the years, the company has expanded its portfolio to include a wide range of services that cater to both the residential and commercial sectors. Through strategic partnerships and continuous innovation, Avanti Energy Services has grown its footprint and impact in the energy market.

Job Description

Scrutinize, completing payments and control expenses by receiving, processing, verifying, and reconciling invoices as and when they come in as well as reconciling financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information, and maintaining financial security by following internal controls.
Responsible for auditing financial documents and procedures, reconciling bank statements and calculating tax payments and returns.

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Duties and Responsibilities

Scrutinize major suppliers with regard to booking of invoices, payments, debit and credit notes on a regular basis.
Ensure the suppliers accounts are reconciled at least once in every quarter and arrange for their balance confirmation and following up on reconciliation.
Prepare payments by verifying documentation, and requesting disbursements.
Prepare the cash flow budgets and submit monthly reports to the Financial Controller.
Assist the Financial Controller in preparing returns with VAT and EXCISE for timely submission to URA.
Assist the Financial Controller in depositing all statutory dues like NSSF, PAYE, corporate advance tax, VAT and EXCISE among others after checking of computation.
Check the reconciliation of Gross Payment Account and ensure that the physical balance is tallying with the General Ledger.
Check the supplier’s accounts with regard to foreign exchange impact on settlement and give impact to foreign exchange gain or loss account.
Perform detailed analysis of payables balances; prepare reports documenting trends and financials and operational performance and ensure timely distribution of reports to Management.
Audit financial transactions and documents
Reinforce financial data confidentiality and conduct database backups when necessary.

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Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor of Science in Accounting or similar major
Must be a certified public accountant (CPA)
A minimum of 5 (Five) years experience in accounting / finance
Must have worked with a major Accounting & Auditing firm / well recognized Company

Skills and Competencies:

Excellent knowledge of accounting regulations & procedures, including the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Versatile knowledge in Accounting, Auditing, e-invoicing, P&L and balance sheet analysis
Conversant with Ugandan tax system, reporting and handling of queries
Hands-on experience with computerized accounting software / programs
Advanced MS Excel skills including VLOOKUP and pivot tables
Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills
Experience with general ledger functions
Accounting and book keeping skills
High level of integrity, honesty & respect and demonstration of sound work ethics

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send their softcopy applications, detailed / updated CVs & copies of academic documents (all in one pdf) to thembo.kato@avantiesl.com)