Description
LOCATION: Kapeeka, Nakaseke District, Uganda
REPORTS TO: Finance Dept Manager
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
BUDGETING & FORECASTING
- Prepare budgets, forecasts and financial models.
- Analyse variances and provide strategic advice.
Support long-term planning and expansion.
TAX & STATUTORY COMPLIANCE
- Ensure compliance with Ugandan tax laws.
- Prepare and submit tax returns.
- Liaise with URA and regulatory bodies.
TEAM LEADERSHIP & DEVELOPMENT
- Lead and develop the finance team.
- Set targets and conduct reviews.
Build a culture of accountability and growth
FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING & REPORTING
- Prepare financial statements (IFRS).
- Ensure accurate GLand month-end closing.
- Coordinate with auditors and manage reports.
INTERNAL CONTROLS & RISK MANAGEMENT
- Implement strong internal controls
- Identify and mitigate financial risks.
- Support audits and ensure compliance.
8. SYSTEMS & PROCESS IMPROVEMENT
- Optimise ERP and financial systems.
Automate processes and improve efficiency. - Lead finance-related projects.
CASH FLOW & TREASURY MANAGEMENT
- Manage cash flow and working capital!
- Maintain bank relationships.
Monitor FX exposure and control costs
COST ACCOUNTING & INVENTORY CONTROL
- Oversee costing and variance analysis.
- Monitor inventory and stock levels
- Drive cost reduction initiatives
7. STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT
- Partner with management, auditors, banks and tax authorities
- Provide financial insights and recommendations.
Support commercial decision-making
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree or above in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics or related field.
- Professional accounting quallfication (CPA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) is mandatory or strongly preferred.
- Master’s degree (MBA or MSc in Finance) is an advantage.
Experience:
- 8-10 years in finance & accounting, with 3-5 years in a managerial role.
- Experience in manufacturing, industrial or logistics.
- ERP systems and advanced Excel.
- Prior experience in Uganda or East Africa is essential.
Skills
- IFRS, management accounting & financial analysis.
- Ugandan tax laws and statutory compliance.
- ERP systems and financial reporting tools.
- Advanced Excel and PowerPoint.
- Cash flow forecasting and financial modelling.
- Leadership, team development and people management.
- Analytical, problem-solving and decision-making.
- Integrity, ethics and confidentiality.
- Results-oriented and commercially aware.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Leadership role with significant impact.
- Dynamic and multicultural environment.
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
- A supportive and safety-focused work culture.
APPLY NOW!
Send your CV and cover letter to:
Subject: Finance Manager – Kapeeka
Kapeeka, Nakaseke District, Uganda
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