Accountant & Administrator Job Opportunity – Code Academy Uganda

About Code Academy Uganda

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate bookkeeping records and financial documentation.
• Prepare account reconciliations and monthly financial reports.
• Support payroll processing and ensure timely statutory compliance.
• Assist with tax filing requirements including URA and NSSF compliance.
• Support budgeting processes and cash-flow tracking.
• Manage petty cash records and accountability.
• Prepare invoices and follow up on receivables.
• Process supplier payments and maintain payment records.
• Ensure financial transactions are accurately recorded.

• Manage learner registration processes and maintain accurate records.
• Support communication with parents and learners.
• Coordinate office supplies, procurement, and facility requirements.
• Support scheduling, logistics, and facilitator coordination.
• Maintain administrative documents and records.
• Provide general HR administration support.
• Ensure smooth daily office operations.

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• CPA qualification completed or in progress is an added advantage.
• At least 1 year of experience in a similar accounting and administrative role.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial procedures.
• Good understanding of office administration practices.

Required Skills and Competencies

Experience Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience in accounting, finance, administration, or a combined finance and operations role.
• Experience handling bookkeeping, payroll support, compliance, and office administration.
• Experience working with accounting systems and Excel.

Salary Expectations

Benefits of Working with Code Academy Uganda

• Opportunity to work with a leading STEM and technology education organisation.
• Purpose-driven work environment.
• Exposure to finance and operations management.
• Professional growth and learning opportunities.
• Opportunity to contribute to skills development in Uganda.

Career Growth Opportunities

• Senior Accountant
• Finance Officer
• Administration Manager
• Finance and Operations Manager
• Business Operations Coordinator
• Office Manager

How to Apply

• Updated CV
• Cover letter

Interview Preparation Tips

• Experience managing accounting records and reconciliations.
• Knowledge of payroll, tax filing, URA, and NSSF compliance.
• Experience using accounting software and Excel.
• How they manage competing finance and administrative duties.
• Examples of improving office efficiency and record accuracy.
• Approaches used to maintain confidentiality of financial information.

CV Tips for Accountant & Administrator Applicants

• Accounting qualifications and certifications.
• Bookkeeping and financial reporting experience.
• Payroll and compliance knowledge.
• Accounting software proficiency.
• Excel and data management skills.
• Administrative coordination experience.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities.