Egis is an international player in consulting, construction engineering and mobility services. We design and operate intelligent infrastructures and buildings that respond to the challenges linked to the climate emergency and enable more balanced, sustainable and resilient land use planning. Present in 120 countries, Egis puts the expertise of its 19,500 employees at the service of its clients and develops cutting-edge innovations within the reach of all projects. Through the diversity of its areas of intervention, the Group is a key player in the collective organization of society and the living environment of citizens throughout the world. Succeeding in the alliance between improving the quality of life of populations, the economic and social development of territories and massive decarbonization to meet the imperative of carbon neutrality in 2050. Our size and international scope allow us to have a systemic approach to the climate crisis to offer low-carbon solutions in all our sectors of activity.

The Accountant is  responsible for the overall accounting operations: report, taxation and ensure they are well prepared and managed to keep accounting up to date, in accordance with accounting standards and in line with the accounting standards, financial guidelines and PFMA 2015 but also with company policy.

Key Responsibilities :

• Maintain a documented system of accounting policies and procedures and manage outsourced functions,
• Enthusiastically partake in preparation of financial reports in line with financial guidelines,
• Prepare the Company's General Ledger,
• Maintain periodic Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable & Inventory lists,
• Maintain lists of Fixed Assets and their depreciations,
• Prepare all the payment transactions,
• Update invoicing / payments follow-up,
• Perform monthly bank reconciliation,
• Develop risk matrix and put in place risk mitigation measures,
• Prepare Company's tax returns and social contributions,
• Assist in the preparations for the year-end audit,
• Control expenses: suppliers, agencies, payroll, petty cash etc,
• Payroll review and support,
• Prepare purchase invoices,
• Entering bank transactions and reconciling to source ledgers,
• Cash collection and credit control,
• Monthly reporting and analysis to the Financial controller,
• Balance sheet reconciliations (including bank),
• Budgeting and forecasting support,
• Supporting monthly consolidation activities for the company, including Egis Uganda P&L from entity inputs,  
• Perform ad-hoc administrative tasks as assigned by management.

Required Qualifications and Work Experience :

• At least a Bachelor's degree in Fnance or Accounting, Economics, Business Administration of related field,
• At least 3-5 years of progressively responsible experience for a major large corporation,
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance obligations relevant to financial reporting, taxation, and other financial matters,
• Software Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems and Microsoft suite especially MS Excel for financial modeling and analysis is essential,
• Excellent communication skills are essential.
  

Candidate Specifications:

• Experienced in working in a multicultural environment,
• Ability to foster team-oriented goals,
• Self-motivated with a high level of creativity,
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities,
• Desirable CPA (Certified Public Accountant).