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Accounting Records & Tax Compliance

Don Swift Company

Uganda Full time Banking & Finance
Posted: Jul 24, 2026 1 week ago Deadline: Aug 04, 2026 14 views

Job Description

 

Accounting Records & Tax Compliance Officer – Donswift Company Ltd

Company: Donswift Company Ltd
Job Type: Full-Time
Industry: Consulting | Accounting & Finance
Category: Accounting | Tax Compliance | Financial Management
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Deadline: Tuesday, 4 August 2026

About Donswift Company Ltd

Donswift Company Ltd is recruiting on behalf of a client seeking a qualified and detail-oriented Accounting Records & Tax Compliance Officer to support financial record management, tax compliance, and accounting operations.
The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate accounting records, preparing tax submissions, reconciling financial information, and ensuring compliance with Uganda’s tax and statutory requirements.

Job Summary

The Accounting Records & Tax Compliance Officer will manage daily accounting records, prepare financial reconciliations, support tax filing processes, and ensure compliance with requirements from authorities such as the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) and National Social Security Fund (NSSF).
The ideal candidate should have strong accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and experience handling tax compliance processes.

Key Responsibilities

1. Accounting Records Management
  • Maintain accurate accounting records and financial documentation.
  • Record daily financial transactions.
  • Prepare and update accounting ledgers.
  • Ensure proper filing and organization of financial documents.
  • Support preparation of financial reports.
  • Review accounting entries for accuracy.
2. Ledger Reconciliation
  • Perform regular account reconciliations.
  • Identify and correct accounting discrepancies.
  • Reconcile:
    • Bank accounts.
    • Supplier accounts.
    • Customer accounts.
    • General ledger balances.
  • Ensure financial records are complete and accurate.
3. Tax Compliance Management
  • Prepare and support filing of:
    • VAT returns.
    • PAYE returns.
    • Income tax returns.
    • Withholding tax submissions.
  • Ensure timely tax compliance with URA requirements.
  • Maintain tax records and supporting documentation.
  • Follow up on tax-related issues and queries.
4. Statutory Compliance
  • Support registration and compliance processes with:
    • Uganda Revenue Authority (URA).
    • National Social Security Fund (NSSF).
  • Prepare statutory payment schedules.
  • Ensure timely submission of statutory obligations.
5. Financial Analysis and Reporting
  • Prepare accounting schedules.
  • Review financial records for accuracy.
  • Support audit preparation.
  • Analyse financial information and identify issues.
  • Assist management with financial reports.

Required Qualifications

Applicants should have:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in:
    • Accounting.
    • Commerce.
    • Finance.
    • Related field.

Required Experience

Candidates should have:
  • Minimum of 2 years’ experience in accounting or finance roles.
  • Experience in tax compliance and accounting records management.
  • Experience preparing URA tax submissions is an added advantage.

Required Skills and Competencies

Accounting Skills
Strong knowledge of:
  • Financial record keeping.
  • Ledger management.
  • Reconciliations.
  • Tax compliance.
Tax Knowledge
Understanding of:
  • VAT.
  • PAYE.
  • Income Tax.
  • Withholding Tax.
  • NSSF compliance requirements.
Attention to Detail
Ability to:
  • Identify accounting errors.
  • Maintain accurate records.
  • Work with confidential financial information.
Computer Skills
Proficiency in:
  • Microsoft Excel.
  • Accounting software.
  • Electronic tax systems (EFRIS/URA platforms).
Professional Attributes
The ideal candidate should demonstrate:
  • Integrity.
  • Accountability.
  • Organization skills.
  • Ability to meet deadlines.
  • Strong analytical thinking.

Salary and Benefits

Salary details have not been publicly disclosed.
The successful candidate may receive:
  • Professional accounting experience.
  • Exposure to tax compliance operations.
  • Career growth opportunities.

Career Growth Opportunities

This role can progress into:
  • Senior Accountant.
  • Tax Accountant.
  • Finance Officer.
  • Finance Manager.
  • Internal Audit Officer.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit:
  • Application letter.
  • Updated CV in PDF format.
  • Copies of academic documents.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Deadline: Tuesday, 4 August 2026

Interview Preparation – Possible Questions and Answers

1. Tell us about yourself.
Answer Guide:
I am an accounting professional with experience in financial record keeping, reconciliations, tax compliance, and preparation of financial reports. I am detail-oriented, organized, and committed to ensuring accurate financial management.
2. What tax obligations are businesses required to comply with in Uganda?
Answer Guide:
Businesses are required to comply with obligations such as VAT, PAYE, income tax, withholding tax, NSSF contributions, and other statutory requirements administered by relevant authorities.
3. How do you ensure accuracy in accounting records?
Answer Guide:
I ensure accuracy by maintaining proper documentation, performing regular reconciliations, reviewing entries, verifying supporting documents, and correcting errors promptly.
4. Explain the importance of bank reconciliation.
Answer Guide:
Bank reconciliation helps identify differences between company records and bank statements, detect errors, prevent fraud, and ensure accurate financial reporting.
5. What accounting software have you used?
Answer Guide:
Mention accounting systems you have used, such as QuickBooks, Sage, Tally, ERP systems, or other financial management platforms, and explain your experience with reporting and transaction processing.



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Job Overview

  • Job Type: Full time
  • Experience Level: Intermediate
  • Education Level: Bachelors
  • Vacancies: 1
  • Category: Banking & Finance
  • Location: Uganda
  • Application: via Email

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