Financial Controller, Uganda

Talent Safari
Kampala
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeFunction: Finance & AccountingEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Analytical skills","Problem-solving","Attention to detail","Ownership mindset","Stakeholder partnership"]

Build and own the Uganda country finance function largely from scratch to drive regional financial efficiency. Own monthly P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reporting while establishing robust accounting procedures and ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance. Partner with local and regional stakeholders to provide financial insights, manage auditors and tax authorities, and integrate the country into Eleving Group’s financial ecosystem.

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Financial Controller, Uganda

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Job Summary

Build and own the Uganda country finance function largely from scratch to drive regional financial efficiency. Own monthly P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reporting while establishing robust accounting procedures and ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance. Partner with local and regional stakeholders to provide financial insights, manage auditors and tax authorities, and integrate the country into Eleving Group’s financial ecosystem.
Location: Kampala
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Finance & Accounting

Key Responsibilities

  • •Establish robust accounting and financial procedures to ensure effective reporting.
  • •Own monthly P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reporting with accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.
  • •Provide financial insights and analysis to guide commercial and operational decision-making.
  • •Manage relationships with auditors, tax authorities, and other financial partners.
  • •Lead accounting and financial improvement initiatives and monitor compliance with local regulations and international accounting standards.

Pay and Benefits

Perks:Annual BonusHousing AllowanceRelocation Support

Key Requirements

  • •Higher education in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business Administration.
  • •Understanding of IFRS accounting principles (balance sheet, profit and loss, cash flow).
  • •Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with financial software and databases.
  • •Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
  • •Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines; proficiency in English.
Education:Bachelor's in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business Administration
Skills:Analytical skillsProblem-solvingAttention to detailOwnership mindsetStakeholder partnership
Languages:English
Tech Stack:ExcelIFRSFinancial softwareDatabases

Company Brief

Talent Safari
Talent Safari is a recruitment platform connecting employers with vetted tech and product talent through targeted hiring solutions, talent sourcing, and recruitment services to accelerate team growth and hiring outcomes.
Industry: Recruitment Agencies
Company Size: Small (11 to 50 employees)
Growth: Early Stage Startup
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