Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Finance Controller to join the EACOP & Tilenga Project based in Kampala, Uganda. This is an individual contributor role, and the successful candidate shall actively steer key Finance and Control functions critical to ensuring operational efficiency, cost management and control, and regulatory compliance for Schneider Electric France Permanent Establishment (Uganda).

All actions will be aligned to support the successful delivery of the EACOP & Tilenga Project.

The Finance Controller will work in close collaboration with the Project Business Finance Controller and engage with both internal and external stakeholders, including but not limited to:

• The local and international project teams
• SEF Permanent Establishment General Manager
• GCP Project Finance team (controlling and contract administration)
• The East Africa and Anglophone Africa cluster organization, including the Finance organization (CFO and Accounting team)
• SE P&S Tanzania Finance team
• The EACOP & Tilenga customer
• Tax and local authorities
• Consulting and accounting firms

This role requires a proactive and collaborative approach to financial leadership within a dynamic project environment.

What will you do?

• Accounting & Tax Oversight – Manage entity accounting and tax compliance, coordinate with consultants and auditors, and lead statutory audits.
• Financial Accuracy & Controls – Review financial statements, ensure accurate revenue recognition, and oversee inter-company transactions.
• Invoicing & Collections – Lead invoicing processes, accounts receivable, and collection activities.
• Banking & Treasury Management – Supervise bank operations, maintain relationships with local banks, and optimize cash flow through forecasting.
• Governance & Compliance – Ensure adherence to internal policies (DOA, IFRS, internal controls) and external local regulations.
• Controlling & Reporting – Drive cost control, margin monitoring, rolling forecasts, budgeting, and timely financial reporting with variance analysis.
• ERP & Special Tax Regimes – Master ERP system enhancements and manage execution of special tax regimes (e.g., VAT exemptions for projects).

What skills and capabilities will make you successful?

• Excellent Communication Skills.
• A Team Player able to work within diverse teams to achieve a common objective.
• Result-Oriented and Responsive: Able to quickly ask relevant questions to be able to understand topics, able to promptly build and lead an action plan, complete tasks, and resolve issues.
• Growth Mindset: Open to Guidance, Instruction, and Learning; Flexible; Adaptive; Curious; Self-Motivated.
• Proactive: Requires Minimal Supervision; Rather Autonomous.
• Pays Keen Attention to Detail and has a penchant for Accuracy.
• Knowledge of Power BI is a Plus.

What's in it for you?

• Continuous Learning - Upskill through hands-on experience, internal training platforms, and exposure to cutting-edge tools and technologies.
• Global Exposure - Collaborate with diverse teams across regions, gaining insights into international best practices and expanding your professional network.
• Meaningful Work - Be part of projects that make a real impact — from shaping talent strategies to enhancing employee experiences.
• Supportive Culture - Work in an environment that values respect, inclusion, and collaboration, where your voice is heard and your contributions are celebrated.
• Perks & Benefits - Competitive compensation, hybrid working arrangements, wellness programs, and more — because your well-being matters.

Who will you report to?

• The role will report directly to the GCP Project Business Finance Controller.

What qualifications will make you successful for this role?

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business Administration, Commerce, or Equivalent from a duly Accredited University.
• Must be legally authorized to work in Kampala, Uganda, and available to work on-site as required.
• Minimum 8 Years Experience in an active hands-on operational role executing and steering functions related to Finance, Control, Accounting, Tax, and Compliance.
• Experience in Global Multinational Corporations (MNCs) Preferred
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with Strong Knowledge in Accounting and Tax
• Strong ERP Knowledge with Proficiency in Microsoft Office Packages.

• Accounting & Tax Oversight – Manage entity accounting and tax compliance, coordinate with consultants and auditors, and lead statutory audits.
• Financial Accuracy & Controls – Review financial statements, ensure accurate revenue recognition, and oversee inter-company transactions.
• Invoicing & Collections – Lead invoicing processes, accounts receivable, and collection activities.
• Banking & Treasury Management – Supervise bank operations, maintain relationships with local banks, and optimize cash flow through forecasting.
• Governance & Compliance – Ensure adherence to internal policies (DOA, IFRS, internal controls) and external local regulations.
• Controlling & Reporting – Drive cost control, margin monitoring, rolling forecasts, budgeting, and timely financial reporting with variance analysis.
• ERP & Special Tax Regimes – Master ERP system enhancements and manage execution of special tax regimes (e.g., VAT exemptions for projects).

• Excellent Communication Skills.
• A Team Player able to work within diverse teams to achieve a common objective.
• Result-Oriented and Responsive: Able to quickly ask relevant questions to be able to understand topics, able to promptly build and lead an action plan, complete tasks, and resolve issues.
• Growth Mindset: Open to Guidance, Instruction, and Learning; Flexible; Adaptive; Curious; Self-Motivated.
• Proactive: Requires Minimal Supervision; Rather Autonomous.
• Pays Keen Attention to Detail and has a penchant for Accuracy.
• Knowledge of Power BI is a Plus.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business Administration, Commerce, or Equivalent from a duly Accredited University.
• Must be legally authorized to work in Kampala, Uganda, and available to work on-site as required.
• Minimum 8 Years Experience in an active hands-on operational role executing and steering functions related to Finance, Control, Accounting, Tax, and Compliance.
• Experience in Global Multinational Corporations (MNCs) Preferred
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with Strong Knowledge in Accounting and Tax
• Strong ERP Knowledge with Proficiency in Microsoft Office Packages.