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Graduate Trainee-Tax Accountant

Kampala, Uganda * Full-time
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UEDCL
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. Reports To: Senior Accountant Tax and Statutory Department: Finance Duty Station: Duty Area

Category: GRADUATE TRAINING Total Positions: Location: Kampala, Uganda Full-time Salary: Attractive Posted 1 year ago
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• 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
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QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field from a recognized institution • Must have graduated within the lastthree (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
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