Financial Controller
2025-09-26T06:45:29+00:00
Abubaker Technical Services and General Supplies Ltd
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FULL_TIME
kampala
Kampala
00256
Uganda
Engineering
Accounting & Finance
2025-10-03T17:00:00+00:00
Uganda
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Position Summary
The Financial Controller is a critical leadership role within the finance department, responsible for the company's day-to-day accounting operations and financial reporting. This hands-on role ensures the accuracy and timeliness of all financial records, maintains a strong system of internal controls, and leads the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes. The Controller is the cornerstone of accounting integrity and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
1. Accounting Operations & Financial Reporting:
- Oversee the entire accounting function, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and fixed assets.
- Manage the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP/IFRS.
- Ensure all balance sheet accounts are reconciled and supported accurately on a monthly basis.
2. Internal Controls & Compliance:
- Develop, implement, and maintain robust internal control policies and procedures to safeguard company assets.
- Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulatory requirements and tax filings.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors, facilitating the annual audit and review processes.
- Stay current with evolving accounting standards and ensure company-wide adoption.
3. Technical Accounting & Policy:
- Research and implement complex technical accounting issues, ensuring compliance with GAAP/IFRS.
- Develop and maintain the company's accounting policies and procedures manual.
- Oversee accounting for areas such as revenue recognition, leases (ASC 842), and business combinations.
4. Team Leadership & Process Improvement:
- Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team, fostering a culture of accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
- Streamline and automate accounting processes to enhance efficiency and scalability.
- Manage the implementation and optimization of the ERP system (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle) and other financial software.
5. Support & Collaboration:
- Work closely with the CFO on special projects, including M&A due diligence and integration.
- Provide financial data and analysis to support the Management Accountant and other departments.
- Assist the CFO in preparing reports for the Board of Directors and executive management.
Qualifications and Experience
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. A CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or CMA (Certified Management Accountant) designation is required.
- Experience: 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3-5 years in a Controllership or Assistant Controller role.
- Big 4/Public Accounting: Experience in a public accounting firm (Big 4 or large regional) is highly desirable.
- Technical Skills: Expert knowledge of US GAAP/IFRS. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with a major ERP system (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics).
- Industry Experience: Experience in [Your Industry, e.g., manufacturing, technology] is a plus.
Competencies and Personal Attributes
- Meticulous Attention to Detail: Uncompromising accuracy and commitment to quality in all tasks.
- Integrity & Discretion: Handles confidential information with the highest level of professionalism and ethics.
- Strong Leader: Proven ability to manage, develop, and motivate a team.
- Problem-Solver: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach.
- Process-Oriented: A continuous improvement mindset with a focus on efficiency and scalability.
- Deadline-Driven: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities to meet strict deadlines.
1. Accounting Operations & Financial Reporting: Oversee the entire accounting function, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and fixed assets. Manage the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate completion. Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP/IFRS. Ensure all balance sheet accounts are reconciled and supported accurately on a monthly basis. 2. Internal Controls & Compliance: Develop, implement, and maintain robust internal control policies and procedures to safeguard company assets. Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulatory requirements and tax filings. Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors, facilitating the annual audit and review processes. Stay current with evolving accounting standards and ensure company-wide adoption. 3. Technical Accounting & Policy: Research and implement complex technical accounting issues, ensuring compliance with GAAP/IFRS. Develop and maintain the company's accounting policies and procedures manual. Oversee accounting for areas such as revenue recognition, leases (ASC 842), and business combinations. 4. Team Leadership & Process Improvement: Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team, fostering a culture of accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement. Streamline and automate accounting processes to enhance efficiency and scalability. Manage the implementation and optimization of the ERP system (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle) and other financial software. 5. Support & Collaboration: Work closely with the CFO on special projects, including M&A due diligence and integration. Provide financial data and analysis to support the Management Accountant and other departments. Assist the CFO in preparing reports for the Board of Directors and executive management.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. A CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or CMA (Certified Management Accountant) designation is required. Experience: 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3-5 years in a Controllership or Assistant Controller role. Big 4/Public Accounting: Experience in a public accounting firm (Big 4 or large regional) is highly desirable. Technical Skills: Expert knowledge of US GAAP/IFRS. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with a major ERP system (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics). Industry Experience: Experience in [Your Industry, e.g., manufacturing, technology] is a plus.
JOB-68d63689d4420
Vacancy title:
Financial Controller
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Engineering, Category: Accounting & Finance]
Jobs at:
Abubaker Technical Services and General Supplies Ltd
Deadline of this Job:
Friday, October 3 2025
Duty Station:
kampala | Kampala | Uganda
Summary
Date Posted: Friday, September 26 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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Position Summary
The Financial Controller is a critical leadership role within the finance department, responsible for the company's day-to-day accounting operations and financial reporting. This hands-on role ensures the accuracy and timeliness of all financial records, maintains a strong system of internal controls, and leads the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes. The Controller is the cornerstone of accounting integrity and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
1. Accounting Operations & Financial Reporting:
- Oversee the entire accounting function, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and fixed assets.
- Manage the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP/IFRS.
- Ensure all balance sheet accounts are reconciled and supported accurately on a monthly basis.
2. Internal Controls & Compliance:
- Develop, implement, and maintain robust internal control policies and procedures to safeguard company assets.
- Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulatory requirements and tax filings.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors, facilitating the annual audit and review processes.
- Stay current with evolving accounting standards and ensure company-wide adoption.
3. Technical Accounting & Policy:
- Research and implement complex technical accounting issues, ensuring compliance with GAAP/IFRS.
- Develop and maintain the company's accounting policies and procedures manual.
- Oversee accounting for areas such as revenue recognition, leases (ASC 842), and business combinations.
4. Team Leadership & Process Improvement:
- Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team, fostering a culture of accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
- Streamline and automate accounting processes to enhance efficiency and scalability.
- Manage the implementation and optimization of the ERP system (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle) and other financial software.
5. Support & Collaboration:
- Work closely with the CFO on special projects, including M&A due diligence and integration.
- Provide financial data and analysis to support the Management Accountant and other departments.
- Assist the CFO in preparing reports for the Board of Directors and executive management.
Qualifications and Experience
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. A CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or CMA (Certified Management Accountant) designation is required.
- Experience: 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3-5 years in a Controllership or Assistant Controller role.
- Big 4/Public Accounting: Experience in a public accounting firm (Big 4 or large regional) is highly desirable.
- Technical Skills: Expert knowledge of US GAAP/IFRS. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with a major ERP system (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics).
- Industry Experience: Experience in [Your Industry, e.g., manufacturing, technology] is a plus.
Competencies and Personal Attributes
- Meticulous Attention to Detail: Uncompromising accuracy and commitment to quality in all tasks.
- Integrity & Discretion: Handles confidential information with the highest level of professionalism and ethics.
- Strong Leader: Proven ability to manage, develop, and motivate a team.
- Problem-Solver: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach.
- Process-Oriented: A continuous improvement mindset with a focus on efficiency and scalability.
- Deadline-Driven: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities to meet strict deadlines.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 72
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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