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The Finance Officer will be responsible for ensuring full tax compliance, accurate financial reporting, and adherence to statutory and internal financial regulations. The role involves managing tax processes, supporting audits, and contributing to the overall accounting and financial reporting function.
Job Responsibility:
Prepare and file periodic tax returns (VAT, PAYE, WHT, and Income Tax)
Ensure proper verification of supporting documentation (receipts, contracts, bank statements) for all tax-related transactions
Reconcile tax returns with general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance
Maintain comprehensive tax workpapers and supporting files for all tax positions taken by the company
Investigate and explain variances between budgeted and actual tax payments
Identify tax compliance risks, errors, or missing documentation and escalate them to management
Summarize and review new tax laws, notifications, and rulings to assess their impact on company operations
Coordinate and provide documentation for tax authority reviews and external audits
Coordinate interim and final external audit processes, including preparation of audited financial statements
Ensure compliance with all Mota-Engil Uganda financial policies, statutory requirements, and internal controls
Support audit and tax inspections by organizing required evidence and documentation
Participate in the full accounting and financial reporting cycle for Mota-Engil Uganda
Prepare and support documentation required for submission to Group headquarters in Portugal
Perform any other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor in line with job responsibilities
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Commerce or related field
CPA Level 3 is an added advantage
3-5 years of experience in accounting and finance
Strong adherence to deadlines
Proficiency in Microsoft tools and SAP knowledge is a must
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Experience working with construction companies is an added advantage
Multi-tasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks