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General Ledger Financial Supervisor

Twyford International Uganda

Uganda Full time Administration
Posted: Jul 27, 2026 7 days ago Deadline: Aug 10, 2026 23 views

Job Description

General Ledger Financial Supervisor Job at Twyford International Uganda

Vacancy Title: General Ledger Financial Supervisor
Company: Twyford International Uganda
Job Type: Full-Time
Industry: Manufacturing, Accounting & Finance, Management
Duty Station: Kapeka, Luwero District, Uganda
Deadline: 10th August 2026

About Twyford International Uganda

Twyford International Uganda is a growing international manufacturing company committed to operational excellence, innovation, and sustainable business growth. The company recognizes finance as a strategic business partner responsible for providing accurate financial information, supporting decision-making, strengthening controls, and improving business performance.
As part of its continued expansion, Twyford International Uganda is seeking a skilled and experienced General Ledger Financial Supervisor to oversee financial accounting operations, ensure accurate reporting, maintain compliance, and support the development of strong financial systems.

Job Summary

The General Ledger Financial Supervisor will oversee all General Ledger (GL) accounting activities, ensuring financial transactions are accurately recorded, reconciled, and reported in accordance with accounting standards and company policies.
The successful candidate will supervise month-end and year-end closing processes, review financial reconciliations, support statutory compliance, strengthen internal controls, and guide the finance team towards achieving operational excellence.
This role is suitable for professionals with experience in general ledger accounting, financial reporting, manufacturing finance, audit preparation, tax compliance, reconciliations, and financial controls.

Key Responsibilities

1. General Ledger Operations Management
  • Supervise all General Ledger accounting activities.
  • Review and approve journal entries to ensure accuracy and completeness.
  • Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes.
  • Ensure timely preparation of financial reports.
  • Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation.
  • Monitor financial transactions to ensure proper classification and reporting.
2. Financial Reconciliation and Reporting
  • Review balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules.
  • Ensure accurate recording of accruals, provisions, and adjustments.
  • Investigate and resolve financial discrepancies.
  • Monitor suspense accounts and ensure timely clearance.
  • Review intercompany transactions and balances.
  • Support preparation of management financial reports.
3. Compliance and Audit Support
  • Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal financial policies.
  • Support external audit processes by providing required documentation.
  • Coordinate with auditors and tax advisors.
  • Maintain proper audit trails and financial records.
  • Ensure compliance with statutory financial requirements.
4. Tax and Statutory Compliance
  • Support preparation and submission of statutory obligations including:
    • VAT returns
    • Withholding tax returns
    • NSSF/NAPSA obligations
    • Other regulatory financial submissions
  • Ensure accuracy and timely filing of statutory reports.
  • Maintain compliance with Uganda tax regulations.
5. Internal Controls Improvement
  • Strengthen financial control procedures.
  • Ensure proper approval processes are followed.
  • Improve documentation and reporting systems.
  • Identify financial risks and recommend corrective actions.
  • Support continuous improvement of finance processes.
6. Finance Team Supervision
  • Supervise and support finance team members.
  • Allocate accounting tasks and monitor deadlines.
  • Provide coaching and guidance to junior finance staff.
  • Support professional development within the finance department.
  • Promote accuracy, accountability, and teamwork.

Qualifications and Requirements

Applicants should have:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in:
    • Accounting
    • Finance
    • Commerce (Accounting Option)
    • Business Administration (Finance Option)
    • Related fields
  • Professional qualification is an added advantage:
    • ACCA
    • CPA
    • CIMA
    • Equivalent accounting certifications
  • Experience in:
    • General Ledger accounting
    • Financial reporting
    • Account reconciliations
    • Internal controls
    • Tax compliance
    • Audit support

Key Skills and Competencies

General Ledger Accounting Skills
Ability to manage accounting records, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial closing activities.
Financial Reporting Skills
Ability to prepare accurate financial reports and provide reliable financial information for decision-making.
Analytical Skills
Ability to review financial data, identify discrepancies, and develop solutions.
Attention to Detail
Ability to maintain accuracy when handling financial transactions, reports, and compliance documents.
Leadership Skills
Ability to supervise finance teams, delegate tasks, and support employee development.
ERP and Accounting Software Skills
Experience with:
  • ERP systems
  • Accounting software
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Financial reporting systems

What to Include in Your CV for General Ledger Financial Supervisor Job

1. Professional Summary
Highlight experience in:
  • General Ledger accounting
  • Financial reporting
  • Manufacturing finance
  • Audit preparation
  • Tax compliance
  • Team supervision
Example:
Professional Summary
Experienced finance professional with strong knowledge of General Ledger operations, financial reporting, reconciliations, internal controls, and statutory compliance. Skilled in improving accounting processes, supporting audits, and delivering accurate financial information for business decisions.

2. Work Experience

Include:
  • Company name
  • Job title
  • Employment period
  • Finance responsibilities
  • Achievements
Example:
Senior Accountant / General Ledger Accountant
Responsibilities:
  • Managed General Ledger transactions and reconciliations.
  • Prepared monthly financial reports.
  • Reviewed journal entries and account balances.
  • Supported audit processes.
  • Ensured compliance with tax and financial regulations.
  • Improved accounting controls and reporting accuracy.

3. Education Background

Include:
  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Professional accounting certifications
  • Relevant finance training

4. Technical Skills

Add:
  • General Ledger Accounting
  • Financial Reporting
  • Bank Reconciliation
  • Budgeting
  • Tax Compliance
  • Audit Support
  • Microsoft Excel
  • ERP Systems
  • Accounting Software

5. Achievements

Include measurable achievements such as:
  • Reduced reconciliation errors.
  • Improved month-end closing timelines.
  • Strengthened internal controls.
  • Supported successful audits.
  • Improved financial reporting accuracy.

Career Growth Opportunities

A General Ledger Financial Supervisor can progress into:
  • Finance Manager
  • Financial Controller
  • Senior Finance Manager
  • Head of Finance
  • Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

General Ledger Financial Supervisor Interview Questions and Answers

1. Explain your experience managing General Ledger operations.
Answer:
I have experience overseeing journal entries, account reconciliations, financial reporting, month-end closing processes, and ensuring accounting records are accurate and compliant with company policies.
2. How do you ensure accuracy in financial reporting?
Answer:
I ensure accuracy through regular reconciliations, review of supporting documents, proper approval processes, internal controls, and timely correction of errors.
3. Explain the month-end closing process.
Answer:
The process involves reviewing transactions, posting adjustments, completing reconciliations, recording accruals and provisions, preparing financial reports, and ensuring all accounts are properly closed.
4. How do you handle account reconciliation differences?
Answer:
I investigate the cause of differences, review supporting documents, communicate with relevant departments, correct errors, and implement controls to prevent recurrence.





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Job Overview

  • Job Type: Full time
  • Experience Level: Intermediate
  • Education Level: Bachelors
  • Vacancies: 1
  • Category: Administration
  • Location: Uganda
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