Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)

The Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC) Limited was established under the Petroleum (Exploration, Development and Production) Act and the Petroleum (Refining, Conversion, Transmisson and Midstream storage) Act, both of 2013 and incorporated under the Companies’ Act, 2012. It is a limited liability company wholly owned by the Government of Uganda.

The overall function of UNOC is to handle the State’s commercial interests in the Oil and Gas industry and ensure that the resource is exploited in a sustainable manner.

UNOC now invites applications from persons interested to develop their career with a dynamic and results-oriented Company to occupy the following positions:

Responsibilities or duties

JOB PURPOSE:

TO MAINTAIN AN EFFECTIVE BUSINESS CONTROL ENVIRONMENT AND ENSURE THE INTEGRITY OF THE FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING SYSTEM & INFORMATION.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Prepare statutory accounts for UNOC and its Subsidiaries in accordance with IFRS.

Ensure the integrity of Finance Systems and chart of accounts through constant review & updates.

Manage inter-company transactions between the parent company (UNOC) and its subsidiaries.

Ensure smooth finance transactions processing, check for accuracy, and posting on a timely basis.

Develop, review, update and ensure consistent adherence to business internal control policies and procedures and their effectiveness across the company.

Ensure timely reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts.

Support the conduct of smooth internal and external/ statutory Audit engagements and ensure closure of Audit Findings.

Follow-up on Financial control issues raised in various audits and inspections and ensure agreed action items implemented on a timely basis.

Track Monthly Joint Interest Billings & Cash Calls of Joint Venture Partners.

Ensure UNOC meets its financial compliance requirements as per the Upstream JOA(s) & Midstream governance mechanisms.

Support the update of the non-operated assets structure.

Oversee accounting for stocks and inventory.

Coordinate Fixed Assets Management (Fixed Assets register, Depreciation and Work in Progress)

Follow up on Cost Recovery Audits and related issues for Non-Operated Assets in line with the PSA provisions

Support cost control and budget monitoring for UNOC and its subsidiaries.

Propose budget and General Ledger re-allocations/adjustments.

Provide Leadership, mentor and oversee the development and performance of staff under supervision.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

Job Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree (Hons) in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, or other related fields.

Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or other related relevant master's degree.

Knowledge and Experience

At least eight (8) years' experience of which four (4) years should be as Senior/Supervisory role.

Full Professional Membership (ACCA/CPA/CMA)

Certificate or post graduate training in International Treasury Management and Corporate Finance or Financial Markets/Instruments will be an added advantage

Demonstrable expert knowledge of Enterprise Resource Systems (ERPs) is an added advantage

Broad knowledge and understanding of IFRS and any other relevant accounting standards is an added advantage

Broad knowledge and understanding of Joint Venture Operations and Accounting is an added advantage

Character & Competencies

Knowledge of Uganda Tax laws

Proficiency in MS office applications

General Knowledge of Oil and Gas Operations

Personable and have strong communication skills

Strong planning and analysis skills

Advanced analytical and organizational skills

Good interpersonal skills

Experience needed

At least eight (8) years' experience of which four (4) years should be as Senior/Supervisory role.

Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)

Added Advantage

Available From 4/20/2026

Available To 5/11/2026

NOTE:

For all re-advertised positions, candidates who expressed interest in the previous advert are encouraged to re-apply.

Successful candidates MUST be willing and ready to work in any UNOC’s Office location.

UNOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge any monies at any stage of the recruitment process.

Only applications submitted through the UNOC recruitment system shall be considered.

• Prepare statutory accounts for UNOC and its Subsidiaries in accordance with IFRS.
• Ensure the integrity of Finance Systems and chart of accounts through constant review & updates.
• Manage inter-company transactions between the parent company (UNOC) and its subsidiaries.
• Ensure smooth finance transactions processing, check for accuracy, and posting on a timely basis.
• Develop, review, update and ensure consistent adherence to business internal control policies and procedures and their effectiveness across the company.
• Ensure timely reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts.
• Support the conduct of smooth internal and external/ statutory Audit engagements and ensure closure of Audit Findings.
• Follow-up on Financial control issues raised in various audits and inspections and ensure agreed action items implemented on a timely basis.
• Track Monthly Joint Interest Billings & Cash Calls of Joint Venture Partners.
• Ensure UNOC meets its financial compliance requirements as per the Upstream JOA(s) & Midstream governance mechanisms.
• Support the update of the non-operated assets structure.
• Oversee accounting for stocks and inventory.
• Coordinate Fixed Assets Management (Fixed Assets register, Depreciation and Work in Progress)
• Follow up on Cost Recovery Audits and related issues for Non-Operated Assets in line with the PSA provisions
• Support cost control and budget monitoring for UNOC and its subsidiaries.
• Propose budget and General Ledger re-allocations/adjustments.
• Provide Leadership, mentor and oversee the development and performance of staff under supervision.

• Knowledge of Uganda Tax laws
• Proficiency in MS office applications
• General Knowledge of Oil and Gas Operations
• Personable and have strong communication skills
• Strong planning and analysis skills
• Advanced analytical and organizational skills
• Good interpersonal skills

• Bachelor's Degree (Hons) in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, or other related fields.
• Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or other related relevant master's degree.
• Full Professional Membership (ACCA/CPA/CMA)
• Certificate or post graduate training in International Treasury Management and Corporate Finance or Financial Markets/Instruments will be an added advantage
• Demonstrable expert knowledge of Enterprise Resource Systems (ERPs) is an added advantage
• Broad knowledge and understanding of IFRS and any other relevant accounting standards is an added advantage
• Broad knowledge and understanding of Joint Venture Operations and Accounting is an added advantage