5 Accounting jobs in Kampala
Finance Manager
Kampala
Career Directions Limited (CDL)
Posted 9 days ago
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Position: Finance Manager Location: Kampala OfficeReports to : COO & DirectorsDepartment : FinanceJob Summary: Our client is looking for an experienced and meticulous Finance Manager to lead and oversee their financial operations.The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of corporate finance and accounting, including auditing, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. This role also involves maintaining robust internal controls and financial integrity.A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in finance is required, with at least 7 years in a senior finance position within the hospitality industry. Key Responsibilities: • Oversee all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management• Ensure compliance with IFRS and local financial reporting standards.• Supervise accounts payable, receivable, payroll, and bank reconciliations• Lead and coordinate internal and external audit processes, including audit readiness, schedules• Oversee statutory tax obligations, including VAT, PAYE, WHT, and corporate tax, ensuring timely and accurate filings.• Act as the main liaison with the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) and external tax consultants.• Monitor regulatory changes and support the business with proactive tax planning.• Prepare detailed financial reports for management and stakeholders to guide decision-making• Conduct financial compliance risk assessments and drive improvements.• Supervise and mentor technical staff in tax, compliance, and accounting functions.• Manage cost controls and analyze operational performance to improve profitabilityRequirementsQualifications, Skills, And Experience • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.• CPA, ACCA, or an equivalent professional qualification is mandatory.• Masters Degree in Finance is a plus.• Minimum of seven (07) years’ experience in Senior role handling audit, tax, or financial reporting roles within the hospitality industry • Strong knowledge of IFRS, audit requirements, and Ugandan tax regulations.• Experience working in or with audit firms is an added advantage.• Experience with ERP systems, particularly SAP, is desirable.• Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.• Ability to work under pressure with high ethical standards and attention to detail.• Experience in the Hospitality sector is required.
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Analyst
Kampala, Kampala
IMPACT Initiatives
Posted 13 days ago
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We are currently looking for an Analyst – Acute Humanitarian Needs to support our team in Sudan based in Uganda, Kampala.
Position: Analyst – Acute Humanitarian Needs br>Contract duration: 6 months
Starting Date: 25 August 2025
Location: Uganda, Kampala
POSITION PROFILE
In response to the shifting humanitarian financing landscape, IMPACT is placing greater emphasis on producing light, consistent, and decision-oriented analysis products, which summarize available data and inform key decisions. This position will be working on a new flagship analytical output that provides a concise, actionable understanding of acute humanitarian needs across geographies and population groups within a crisis.
The Analyst – Acute Humanitarian Needs will be responsible for producing this analytical product at country level. This includes reviewing and synthesizing data, conducting structured analysis using IMPACT’s global analytical guidance, and producing a short, high-impact external brief. The analyst will work closely with GIS, data, and design colleagues to incorporate visual elements into the final output.
3 years of relevant working experience in a humanitarian setting, such as analysis, assessments, monitoring and evaluation and research design etc.;
xcellent academic qualifications, including a master’s degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline (e.g. international studies, development, humanitarian response, data science, political science, etc.); < r>
TECHNICAL SKILLS:
E cellent analytical and critical thinking skills with experience of interpreting complex data and producing clear, actionable insights.
Strong writing skills and experience producing clear, concise briefs for external audiences.
Proficiency in Excel, with experience of an additional analytical tool (e.g. PowerBI, SPSS, R, STATA, or Python) and an understanding of basic GIS processes and outputs an asset.
Familiarity with different qualitative and quantitative research methods, with the ability to evaluate the quality of different data sources.
Understanding of humanitarian coordination systems, including HPC and inter-agency needs analysis and assessments.
COMMUNICATION AND ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS
Ability to manage complex workflows and deliver high-quality outputs under tight deadlines.
Experience engaging with external stakeholders (e.g. clusters, donors, UN agencies).
Fluency in English required; additional languages required based on location (see ‘Additional Requirements’).
Sound judgment and emotional intelligence in high-pressure or sensitive situations, strong interpersonal awareness and the ability to respond constructively to feedback and shifting priorities.
CONDITIONS
For this position, depending on the seniority of the role and the location salary between 2’280 CHF monthly (before income tax), etc as well as a monthly living allowance of 300 USD < r>
N – IMPACT salaries are strictly determined based on our salary grid, which takes into account both the grade of the position and the staff member’s level of education. In addition, a location-specific security and/or isolation allowance may be applied to acknowledge the challenging living and working conditions in certain duty stations.
Acc mmodation and food provided in the guesthouse.
Enrolment in Swiss private pension fund (Swisslife – approx. 9.975% of staff gross salary), health insurance, life insurance and repatriation assistance. < r> F ight tickets at the beginning and at the end of the contract & visa fees covered (in-country travel costs and professional expenses are fully covered).
Contribution to the luggage transportation: 23 kg of luggage allowance (+ luggage and personal property insurance)
Annual leave of 36 days per year. Public holidays of the country of assignment. Family/compassionate leave when applicable.
IMPACT prioritizes the psychological safety of its staff and the health insurance provided covers, among others, up to 1000 € per year of psychosocial counselling fees.
Position: Analyst – Acute Humanitarian Needs br>Contract duration: 6 months
Starting Date: 25 August 2025
Location: Uganda, Kampala
POSITION PROFILE
In response to the shifting humanitarian financing landscape, IMPACT is placing greater emphasis on producing light, consistent, and decision-oriented analysis products, which summarize available data and inform key decisions. This position will be working on a new flagship analytical output that provides a concise, actionable understanding of acute humanitarian needs across geographies and population groups within a crisis.
The Analyst – Acute Humanitarian Needs will be responsible for producing this analytical product at country level. This includes reviewing and synthesizing data, conducting structured analysis using IMPACT’s global analytical guidance, and producing a short, high-impact external brief. The analyst will work closely with GIS, data, and design colleagues to incorporate visual elements into the final output.
3 years of relevant working experience in a humanitarian setting, such as analysis, assessments, monitoring and evaluation and research design etc.;
xcellent academic qualifications, including a master’s degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline (e.g. international studies, development, humanitarian response, data science, political science, etc.); < r>
TECHNICAL SKILLS:
E cellent analytical and critical thinking skills with experience of interpreting complex data and producing clear, actionable insights.
Strong writing skills and experience producing clear, concise briefs for external audiences.
Proficiency in Excel, with experience of an additional analytical tool (e.g. PowerBI, SPSS, R, STATA, or Python) and an understanding of basic GIS processes and outputs an asset.
Familiarity with different qualitative and quantitative research methods, with the ability to evaluate the quality of different data sources.
Understanding of humanitarian coordination systems, including HPC and inter-agency needs analysis and assessments.
COMMUNICATION AND ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS
Ability to manage complex workflows and deliver high-quality outputs under tight deadlines.
Experience engaging with external stakeholders (e.g. clusters, donors, UN agencies).
Fluency in English required; additional languages required based on location (see ‘Additional Requirements’).
Sound judgment and emotional intelligence in high-pressure or sensitive situations, strong interpersonal awareness and the ability to respond constructively to feedback and shifting priorities.
CONDITIONS
For this position, depending on the seniority of the role and the location salary between 2’280 CHF monthly (before income tax), etc as well as a monthly living allowance of 300 USD < r>
N – IMPACT salaries are strictly determined based on our salary grid, which takes into account both the grade of the position and the staff member’s level of education. In addition, a location-specific security and/or isolation allowance may be applied to acknowledge the challenging living and working conditions in certain duty stations.
Acc mmodation and food provided in the guesthouse.
Enrolment in Swiss private pension fund (Swisslife – approx. 9.975% of staff gross salary), health insurance, life insurance and repatriation assistance. < r> F ight tickets at the beginning and at the end of the contract & visa fees covered (in-country travel costs and professional expenses are fully covered).
Contribution to the luggage transportation: 23 kg of luggage allowance (+ luggage and personal property insurance)
Annual leave of 36 days per year. Public holidays of the country of assignment. Family/compassionate leave when applicable.
IMPACT prioritizes the psychological safety of its staff and the health insurance provided covers, among others, up to 1000 € per year of psychosocial counselling fees.
This advertiser has chosen not to accept applicants from your region.
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