Job Title : Accountant

Company : Ecolite Minerals Uganda Ltd

Duty Station : Manafwa District/Kampala

Employment Type : Contract

Experience Required : 3-5 years

Start Date : Immediate

About Ecolite Minerals Uganda Ltd

Ecolite Minerals Uganda Ltd is a leading processor and distributor of exfoliated Vermiculite, specialized growing media blends, peat moss, and perlite for the Horticulture, Agriculture, Landscaping, and Construction sectors. The company is committed to delivering technically sound, sustainable, and high-performance mineral solutions across Uganda and the wider region.

Position Summary

Ecolite Minerals Uganda Ltd seeks to recruit a competent, detail-oriented, and ethical Accountant to strengthen its finance and administrative function. The successful candidate will be responsible for day-to-day accounting operations, statutory compliance, financial reporting, and internal controls to support efficient and compliant business operations.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Accounting & Reporting

• Maintain accurate books of accounts in accordance with applicable accounting standards.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, cash flow statements, and financial reports
• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations
• Support preparation of annual financial statements and audits

Statutory Compliance & Taxation

• Ensure timely filing of statutory returns (URA taxes, PAYE, NSSF, VAT, WHT, etc.)
• Maintain proper statutory records and compliance documentation
• Liaise with auditors, URA, and other regulatory bodies as required

Sales Accounting & Revenue Tracking

• Prepare and issue sales invoices, delivery notes, and receipts
• Maintain customer accounts, sales ledgers, and receivables registers
• Track customer payments, credit balances, and overdue accounts
• Support reconciliation between sales records, inventory, and cash/bank receipts

Production, Sales & Operations Support

• Support the Sales Agronomist and sales team with pricing schedules, quotations, and order documentation
• Support the production team with sales-driven production forecasting by providing timely demand projections, order pipelines, and market insights to inform production planning and scheduling.
• Maintain basic sales reports (daily, weekly, monthly sales summaries)
• Support inventory movement documentation (dispatches, returns, stock reconciliations)
• Assist in customer data management and sales record filing

Budgeting & Cost Control

• Preparation and monitoring of annual budgets
• Track operational expenses and report variances against approved budgets
• Maintain cost control systems for operations, logistics, and procurement

Payroll & HR Support

• Process staff payroll accurately and on time
• Manage payroll deductions, statutory contributions, and staff records

Internal Controls & Administration

• Implement and enforce basic internal controls and financial procedures
• Support procurement processes, supplier payments, and contract documentation
• Maintain proper filing systems for financial and administrative records

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of a Diploma in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
• A bachelor’s degree in the same fields is preferable.
• Professional qualification (CPA, ACCA, or equivalent) is a strong advantage
• Minimum of 3-5 years’ relevant accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing, mining, agribusiness, or SMEs.
• Sound knowledge of Ugandan tax laws and statutory compliance requirements
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel
• Experience working in fast-growing work environments is an added advantage

Key Competencies & Attributes

• High level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Good communication and reporting skills
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities
• Valid driving permit is an added advantage.

Personal Attributes

• Results-driven, commercially minded and attentive to detail.
• Strong technical credibility with farmers and agribusiness clients.
• Self-motivated, disciplined, and capable of working independently.
• Professional integrity and strong work ethic.

What We Offer

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Immediate opportunity to make measurable impact in a growing organization.

Interested candidates should submit:

• A detailed CV
• A cover letter highlighting relevant accounting experience

Applications should be sent to: aggrey@ecoliteug.com