Uganda Associate Finance Director Vacancy

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Planning

Lead all financial planning and analysis for the Uganda country team, including forecasting, budgeting, monitoring and evaluation, and management accounting

● Set the appropriate financial targets that are in line with organizational goals, especially with carbon finance considerations

Prepare detailed and timely financial reports monthly, quarterly and annually

Responsible for overseeing a US$3 million+ annual budget

Ensure all statutory and legal compliance, preemptive and proactive health check on our tax efficiency and compliance health

● Financial planning, forecasting, analysis, and deriving and taking action based on insights
Analyzing and reporting on financial performance, acting as a business partner to the Country Director and other senior stakeholders, and helping the team make informed decisions
Support the organization’s long-term financial health and growth

Operations and management

Management & Leadership

Manage the finance department, supervise and set target for all members under the team
Act as a positive supporter of the culture that UpEnergy wants to build. An exemplary model for other members of staff in navigating the changes and ever-evolving team dynamic

Work closely with the Country Director and other senior members of the team to achieve operational excellence and foster a dynamic, collaborative, and fun culture
Support team growth through coaching, knowledge transfer, and working with the Talent Team in providing the appropriate L&D (learning & development) resources for team members
Internal Control & Compliance

Ensure compliance with taxation and financial regulations

Directly corresponds with the Uganda Revenue Authority and/or any related statutory parties
Oversees all audit and internal control operations , safeguard company assets, reduce resources wastage and leakage

Manage banking relationships and other treasury functions

Continuously review and improve process and systems

Financial planning & operations

Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Finance department and foster excellent collaboration with other stakeholders and departments

Identify growth opportunities and new revenue channels together with the global finance team
Manage smooth implementation of cash flow system, account payable and accounts receivable
Lead cost management e.g. unit economics, cost efficiency, operational efficiency

Proactively lead risk management, such as identifying and mitigating financial and legal risks
Align our operational finance with strategic carbon finance objectives

Does this sound like you?

Minimum 5-7 years of solid experience in financial reporting, analysis, and team management
Excellent leadership and communication skills

Ability to balance internal risks/ control / risk management and the value of moving fast/ entrepreneurial spirit/ ability to be creative and take risk (and learn quickly from it!)

Experience working with the Uganda Revenue Authority and in achieving tax efficiency for an organization

Exceptional numerical proficiency, strong analytical skills, and strategic thinking
Proficiency in accounting software

Bachelor or Master degree in finance, economics, accounting, business administration, or related field

Accreditations e.g. CPA, CTA, ACCA etc. are highly preferred

Strategic and analytical mindset to see big picture while also paying attention to detail
Personal integrity and honesty

Feels confident and comfortable with uncertainty. We look for someone with the proactiveness in identifying problems and looking for solutions. Ask for forgiveness rather than permission in moving fast towards problem-solving

Be part of the solution/ lead the process of finding out what the problems really are. We’re in a fast changing environment in which we cannot assume the answer lies somewhere just to be found. We need a team member with entrepreneurial spirit, and someone who is comfortable with enjoying the exploration phase as much as the harvesting-result phase

Self-driven and ambitious, ability to see the big picture while maintaining solid ground execution
An eye for detail and the ability to manage multiple functions and projects simultaneously
Proficient in Google suite and Microsoft Office

Basic understanding of the carbon finance industry and/or willingness and ability to quickly learn about the carbon market

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; Uganda Associate Finance Director Vacancy

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