Junior Accountant job at Desmond Agri Ltd

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented, organised and proactive Junior Accountant to support the financial operations of a growing company specialising in the export of fresh fruits, vegetables and other agricultural produce to international markets.

The ideal candidate should have a solid understanding of accounting principles, practical experience in Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) tax compliance and the ability to manage financial records relating to international trade.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Accounting & Reporting

• Maintain accurate financial records, including daily transactions, invoices, receipts and payment records.
• Prepare bank reconciliations, expense reports and monthly financial summaries.
• Support budgeting, cash flow monitoring and financial reporting.
• Maintain proper documentation and internal financial controls.

2. Tax Compliance & URA Filings

• Prepare and submit applicable statutory tax returns accurately and within deadlines.
• Ensure compliance with Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) requirements.
• Maintain tax records and support tax reconciliations and audits.
• Assist with export-related tax documentation, including applicable VAT treatment and supporting records.

3. Foreign Exchange & Multi-Currency Accounting

• Record and reconcile transactions in multiple currencies.
• Monitor exchange rate movements and account for foreign exchange gains and losses.
• Support the management of foreign currency payments and receipts.

4. Export, Customs & Logistics Cost Accounting

• Track and reconcile export-related expenses, including freight, packaging, handling, clearing and transportation.
• Maintain accurate records of customs documentation, applicable duties, tariffs and related charges.
• Support product costing and profitability analysis for export shipments.

5. Accounts Receivable & Payable

• Prepare invoices and track payments from international customers.
• Monitor outstanding receivables and follow up on overdue payments.
• Process supplier invoices and maintain accurate accounts payable records.
• Reconcile customer and supplier accounts.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration (Accounting) or a related field.
• At least 1–2 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in agriculture, export trade, logistics or a related industry.
• 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, Tally or similar systems.
• Strong numerical, analytical and organisational skills.
• High levels of integrity, accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines and maintain confidentiality.

Added Advantage

• Progress towards CPA Uganda or ACCA qualification.
• Familiarity with URA eTax, EFRIS and customs documentation.
• Previous experience handling export-related transactions or international customer payments.

• Maintain accurate financial records, including daily transactions, invoices, receipts and payment records.
• Prepare bank reconciliations, expense reports and monthly financial summaries.
• Support budgeting, cash flow monitoring and financial reporting.
• Maintain proper documentation and internal financial controls.
• Prepare and submit applicable statutory tax returns accurately and within deadlines.
• Ensure compliance with Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) requirements.
• Maintain tax records and support tax reconciliations and audits.
• Assist with export-related tax documentation, including applicable VAT treatment and supporting records.
• Record and reconcile transactions in multiple currencies.
• Monitor exchange rate movements and account for foreign exchange gains and losses.
• Support the management of foreign currency payments and receipts.
• Track and reconcile export-related expenses, including freight, packaging, handling, clearing and transportation.
• Maintain accurate records of customs documentation, applicable duties, tariffs and related charges.
• Support product costing and profitability analysis for export shipments.
• Prepare invoices and track payments from international customers.
• Monitor outstanding receivables and follow up on overdue payments.
• Process supplier invoices and maintain accurate accounts payable records.
• Reconcile customer and supplier accounts.

• Practical knowledge of URA tax filing procedures and statutory compliance
• Understanding of foreign currency transactions and basic international trade accounting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, Tally or similar systems
• Strong numerical, analytical and organisational skills
• Integrity, accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and manage deadlines
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration (Accounting) or a related field
• At least 1–2 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in agriculture, export trade, logistics or a related industry
• Progress towards CPA Uganda or ACCA qualification is an added advantage
• Familiarity with URA eTax, EFRIS and customs documentation is an added advantage
• Previous experience handling export-related transactions or international customer payments is an added advantage