Graduate Trainee-Tax Accountant
Kampala, Uganda * Full-time
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
HOW TO APPLY
Please follow the application instructions provided in the full job description above.
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