Company Overview
Our client is a premier seed production company in Uganda. As one of the first agricultural enterprises in the country, they focus on commercializing high-quality, drought-tolerant and pest-resistant seed varieties. They operate processing facilities, manages an extensive local outgrower network, and partners with international development agencies to drive sustainable farming and agricultural innovation.
Position Summary
The Accounts Officer will be responsible for Revenue Accounting functions including Cash Sales, Managing and safe custody of receipts, maintaining financial records and reporting as well as stock monitoring. The incumbent ensures strong internal controls and prudent management of financial resources.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Out grower Accounts Management.
- Verify planting returns and post input loans and weight notes into the system
- Reconcile out grower deliveries against inputs advanced and calculate net payments
- Follow up on outstanding Out grower debts and coordinate recovery actions
Sales Management
- Receive customer orders, check stock availability and issue invoices
- Manage credit customers including statements and overdue follow-ups
- Post all daily transactions including sales, receipts, and payments
- Reconcile bank, cash, customer, and out grower ledgers monthly
- Maintain chart of accounts and ensure regular data backups
Stock Monitoring
- Maintain accurate records of raw, processed, and dispatched stock
- Monitor stock movements and report discrepancies
- Conduct periodic physical stock counts
Non-Current Asset Monitoring
- Maintain fixed asset register including location, cost, and depreciation
- Coordinate annual physical asset verification
- Process asset disposals with proper approvals
Reporting
- Prepare daily reports on stock receipts, dispatches, and cash collected
- Prepare monthly reports on sales, outgrower payments, debts, and stock holdings
Compliance
- Maintain insurance schedule and track renewal dates
- Ensure timely filing and payment of PAYE, VAT, NSSF, and other statutory obligations
Filing and Administration
- Maintain an easily traceable physical and electronic filing system for all financial documents
- Participate in weekly departmental meetings
- Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor
