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| Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) |
Graduate Trainee – Tax Accountant Job Post
Location: Jobs in Uganda 2025 - 2026
Work Hours: Full-time, 08 hours per day
Salary:
UGX
No. of vacancies: 01
Deadline: June 27 2025
Hiring Organization: Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL)
Job Details:
To support tax accounting functions by assisting in the preparation of tax returns, reconciliation of tax accounts, and recordkeeping of statutory obligations. This role provides exposure to real-world tax operations and promotes a foundation in tax compliance and financial reporting within a regulated environment.
Impact
The Graduate Trainee will contribute to the accuracy and integrity of UEDCL’s tax records and filings, ensuring compliance with statutory obligations while gaining hands-on experience in financial systems and tax processes.
Key Result Areas
- Assist in the preparation of draft tax returns (e.g., VAT, PAYE, Withholding Tax, Income Tax).
- Support timely and accurate filing of returns and remittance schedules.
- Help reconcile tax-related accounts and support the preparation of journal entries for tax obligations.
- Assist in the review of invoices and transactions for tax implications and correct treatment.
- Maintain organized, up-to-date records of tax filings, payments, and correspondence with authorities.
- Support audit readiness by ensuring accuracy and completeness of documentation.
- Provide administrative and data support during internal or external tax audits.
- Help compile responses and documentation for tax authority queries.
- Assist in identifying gaps or inefficiencies in existing tax workflows.
- Contribute suggestions for process improvements and data management tools.
- Engage in structured learning on local tax laws, accounting systems (e.g., ERP), and tax risk management.
- Attend training sessions and apply learnings to assigned tasks.
Expected Outputs
- Draft tax returns prepared and submitted for review
- Accurate tax entries and reconciliations
- Properly filed tax records and audit documents
- Support provided during audits and assessments
- Improved awareness of tax workflows and compliance steps
- Demonstrated growth in tax knowledge and systems usage
Person Specifications
Academic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field from a recognized institution
- Must have graduated within the last three (3) years
- Progress toward a professional qualification such as CPA or ACCA is an added advantage
Experience
- No formal experience required
Competencies
- Basic understanding of tax principles and financial reporting
- Strong numerical and analytical skills
- Good attention to detail and accuracy
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic accounting software
- Willingness to learn and apply new tax rules and software tools
- Ethical mindset and commitment to compliance
- Ability to handle confidential data with discretion
Application procedure
Interested applicants Click here to apply
Date Posted: 2025-06-18
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