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Project Accountant

TechnoServe

Uganda Full time Education
Posted: Jun 24, 2026 1 month ago 43 views

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TechnoServe

Job Title: Project Accountant
Grade: 7
Location: Jinja, Uganda
Reporting To: Senior Finance Advisor
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ABOUT TECHNO-SERVE

Everyone deserves the opportunity to build a better future. This simple idea has been at the heart of TechnoServe’s work around the world for over 50 years. TechnoServe is a pioneer in leveraging the power of business and markets to create sustainable pathways out of poverty.
The low-income communities in which we work are full of enterprising people. Their small-scale farms and businesses are the keys to economic development. However, they face challenges such as low literacy, lack of access to jobs and markets, political dynamics, and climate change.
Working with TechnoServe staff, people are lifting themselves out of poverty by increasing incomes, improving living conditions, and increasing access to health care and education.
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PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Building on the success of TechnoServe’s Horticulture Market Acceleration Program (HortiMAP), the Growing Resilience and Opportunities for Wealth Through Horticulture (GROWTH) program will deepen farmer ownership and transform Uganda’s horticulture sector.
Over five years, GROWTH will support 200,000 smallholder farmers to engage in profitable and resilient horticulture markets. It will:
  • Increase farmer incomes
  • Reduce post-harvest losses
  • Improve food security
  • Create jobs across value chains
  • Expand access to finance
  • Strengthen food safety compliance
  • Improve market linkages
The program is a EUR 13 million investment aligned with Dutch Embassy strategy (2023–2026) and supports climate adaptation, private sector growth, and sustainable agriculture systems.

JOB SUMMARY

The Project Accountant is responsible for supporting the Senior Finance Advisor in managing project finances, budgeting, data entry, tracking expenses, and maintaining accurate financial records.
The role ensures compliance with financial regulations, supports audits, manages payments and cash flow, and works closely with project teams to improve financial systems and ensure effective use of funds.
The Project Accountant ensures operational excellence, efficiency, accountability, and sustainability.

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Financial Processing & Payments
  • Review documents and post financial data into Sylogist system
  • Process payments
  • Ensure accuracy of financial entries
2. Month-End Closing & Reporting
  • Support month-end closing processes
  • Reconcile general ledger accounts
  • Ensure correct posting of financial entries
  • Assist in compiling internal and external financial reports
3. Staff Advances & Payroll
  • Manage staff advances and accountability submissions
  • Prepare monthly payroll
4. Compliance & Statutory Requirements
  • Ensure compliance with Uganda tax laws
  • Timely submission of:
    • PAYE
    • NSSF
    • Withholding Tax (WHT)
  • Ensure statutory payments are made on time
5. Budgeting & Financial Support
  • Support budgeting processes
  • Provide financial advice for project planning and implementation
  • Support improvements in financial systems and procedures
  • Support implementation of financial policies
6. Fixed Assets & Reporting Systems
  • Ensure fixed asset register matches financial system records
  • Support maintenance of accurate asset records
7. Audit & Controls
  • Prepare audit files for internal and external audits
  • Participate in audit processes
  • Support implementation of audit recommendations
  • Review subaward financial reports
  • Conduct financial capacity building for partner finance teams
8. Training & Capacity Building
  • Train field staff in financial reporting and controls
  • Support understanding of TechnoServe systems and procedures
9. Systems Improvement
  • Identify and improve internal finance systems
  • Strengthen financial procedures and controls
10. Other Duties
  • Any other tasks assigned from time to time

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or related field
  • CPA or ACCA qualification is an added advantage
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role (private sector, NGO, or consulting firm)
  • Experience with fund-based accounting systems preferred (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics)
  • Proficiency in Google Workspace and PowerPoint required
  • Strong English communication skills (written and verbal)
  • Knowledge of Luganda or other local languages is an advantage

TRAVEL

  • Up to 5% travel required

APPLICATION

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Job Overview

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

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