Officer Retirement Benefits Scheme - (2400029) job at Uganda Revenue Authority (URA)
About the Organization
The Uganda Revenue Authority is a government revenue collection agency established by the Parliament of Uganda. Operating under the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development, the URA is responsible for enforcing, assessing, collecting, and accounting for the various taxes imposed in Uganda.
Job Description
Organization: Compensation and Benefits
Primary Location: Uganda-Nakawa HQs
Job: 12621.Officer Retirement Benefits Scheme
Schedule: Permanent
Shift: Standard
Job Type: Full-time
Job Level: Day Job
Job Posting: Aug 22, 2024, 12:00:00 AM
Unposting Date: Sep 10, 2024, 11:59:00 PM
JOB ROLE/ PURPOSE:
Support the finance and administration of the URA Staff Retirement Benefits Scheme to enhance accountability and value – for-money on RBS Investments.
Duties and Responsibilities
1.Provide custody to staff retirement benefits scheme documents and information in order to promote efficiency in processing payments and conducting of the scheme’s administrative work.
Follow up with payroll unit to establish whether RBS deductions have been remitted to the RBS bank account
Reconcile individual contributions so that the contributions are credited to individual’s member account in respective Accounting system on a monthly basis.
Post contributions into the Accounting information system
Maintain and update RBS member register
Coordinate member education sessions and related activities.
Coordinate and provide administrative support during the RBS Trustee’s meeting with the Fund Managers to assess the investment status
2. Post and reconcile all RBS transactions in order to enhance accountability and value – for-money on RBS Investments
Post the various investments to the accounting information system on a monthly basis
Conduct monthly bank reconciliations to align fund manager, the custodian and principal office transactions
Make follow ups with fund manager and custodian for any inconsistences that may arise during transaction posting and reconciliation
3. Process payment of staff retirement package in order to facilitate their smooth transition from active employment to retirement.
Upon receipt of exit notice, engage the beneficiary to fill RBS Claim Form.
Compute the accrued benefits including interest to members and process payments to service providers and submit to line supervisor for review
Upload payments to the banking system upon approval for further processing
Post all RBS payments to the accounting information system
Reconcile member accounts to determine under or over payments in order to enhance accuracy in the payment process.
File the payment vouchers for safety and future reference.
Qualification, Experiences and Competencies
PERSON SPECIFICATIONS
Essential Requirements
An Honor’s Bachelor’s degree or its equivalency in Finance, Accounting, Commerce or any business-related course from a recognized academic institution.
At least two (02) years of experience as a Retirement Benefits Administrator with a reputable organization or equivalent duties with another retirement/benefits firm.
An impeccable record of integrity
Desirable Requirements
Professional Qualification in any of the following: ACCA, CPA, CIMA, CFA – At least at Level II
Previous experience in a defined contribution scheme in a public agency or retirement fund
Knowledge
Knowledge of the Pension Governance and operations
Knowledge of Pension Laws and Regulatory Frameworks of Uganda
Knowledge in the operations of Capital Markets
Knowledge of Tax Laws
SPECIAL SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES
Ability to influence and negotiate with service providers and management
Ability to work within a team
Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in a written form
Conceptual and analytical capability
Good Interpersonal skills
Self-drive and a passion for timely results
Ability to work on own initiative and keep to tight deadlines
How to Apply
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