JOB DETAILS:
This is a full-time on-site role for a Senior Finance & Accounts Officer located in Kampala. The Senior Finance & Accounts Officer will be responsible for overseeing financial activities, preparing financial statements, monitoring accounts, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

He/ She will be responsible for:
• Maintaining a documented system of accounting policies and procedures including updating and implementing all necessary finance policies and accounting practices in consultation with external auditors.
• Coordinate all accounting activities of the company and lead the annual audit process, liaising with external auditors.

• Co-ordinate annual budgeting and planning process in conjunction with the CEO and Heads of Departments.
• Manage the capital budgeting process, based on constraint analysis and discounted cash flow analysis.

• Use financial tools and resources to mitigate financial risks related to the interest rates on the company's borrowings, as well as on its foreign exchange positions.

• Assist in determining the company's proper capital structure.
• Assist in arranging for debt financing with appropriate financial institutions.

• Develop relevant reports representing financial positions of the business.
• Regularly generate, analyze and present financial reports in an accurate and timely manner; clearly communicate periodic i.e. monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements.
• Proper execution of all issues relating to invoices (in-coming/out-going), collections, accounts receivable and accounts payable).

• Bank postings and related transactions, all month-end closing processes, all Investment accounting activities.
• Accounting and financial impact of any shareholding interest changes, new investments, acquisitions, corporate ventures, issuance of licenses, disposal of assets e.t.c.
• Preparation of monthly payrolls to be shared with HR for further review and seek approval from management for payment/disbursement.
• Participate in target costing activities to help create plans to meet predetermined pricing goals.
• Review all financial plans and budgets; monitor progress and changes and keep the CEO abreast of the organization's financial status.
• Work together with our tax advisor on annual financial statements and will be responsible for the year-end audit with our external auditors.

Candidate’s Profile
• Bachelors in Accounting/Finance/Management/Economics (or in a similar area).
• Professional Certification; Must be a Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Seven (7) years of progressive experience from Fintech/Commercial/Credit Bank/Microfinance
• High level of Integrity and ability to maintain strictest confidentiality.
• Should be Must have Knowledge of accounting according to current IFRS guidelines/ standards.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams, etc.).
• A natural self-started with ability to work individually or work in a team.
• Any accounting advisory experience is beneficial.
• Excellent organizational skills, having the ability to prioritize workload whilst being resilient and being able to cope well under pressure and meeting tight deadlines.
• In-depth understanding of IFRS and general accounting principles.
• Knowledge of and ability to adhere to internal controls.