Accountant & Administration

Position: Accountant

**Industry:**Construction company

Location: Uganda- Africa

Qualifications (Mandatory): ICWA / CA / CA Inter/ MCom / MBA

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Accountant to lead and manage the finance and accounts function for a robust hands-on experience in Accounts , and the ability to manage end-to-end accounting operations with strong controls and compliance. Candidates with experience in construction organisations and Indian plus Africa exposure will be strongly preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

• Head the accounts and finance operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness.
• Manage day-to-day accounting, finalisation of accounts, budgeting, and financial reporting.
• Oversee costing, inventory accounting, and working capital management in FMCG / beverage operations.
• Ensure compliance with statutory, tax, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with auditors, bankers, and regulatory authorities.
• Implement and strengthen internal controls, SOPs, and accounting processes.
• Support management with MIS, financial analysis, and decision-making inputs.
• Lead and mentor the accounts team to maintain high performance standards.

Candidate Profile:

Experience & Exposure:

• Indian experience mandatory; Africa experience highly preferred.

Skills & Other Requirements:

• Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in multicultural and overseas environments.
• Excellent communication skills in English.