Finance Officer Jobs in Uganda 2026 – Avanti Energy

• Develop and implement financial management policies and procedures.
• Maintain effective internal financial control systems.
• Ensure compliance with organizational financial policies.
• Support sound financial planning and resource management.
• Monitor financial performance and recommend improvements.

• Prepare annual operational budgets.
• Develop monthly and capital expenditure budgets.
• Monitor budget performance against approved plans.
• Analyze budget variances and recommend corrective actions.
• Support management with financial planning and forecasting.

• Prepare accurate financial reports.
• Ensure compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Maintain complete and accurate financial records.
• Produce management reports to support decision-making.
• Analyze financial performance and business trends.

• Process and verify financial transactions.
• Reconcile customer and supplier accounts.
• Investigate and resolve financial discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate accounting records.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities.

• Prepare and submit statutory tax returns.
• Ensure compliance with Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) regulations.
• Manage tax planning and compliance activities.
• Liaise with URA on tax-related matters.
• Maintain accurate tax documentation and records.

• Coordinate internal audits.
• Support external audit processes.
• Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation.
• Respond to audit queries.
• Ensure timely implementation of audit recommendations.

• Analyze financial data and performance indicators.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
• Support strategic business decisions through financial analysis.
• Prepare financial performance reports for management.
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• Perform additional finance and administrative duties assigned by management.
• Support continuous improvement of financial systems and processes.
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• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Taxation, Auditing, or a related field.
• Professional certification such as CPA (Uganda), ACCA, or CIMA is an added advantage.
• Minimum of five years of experience in finance, accounting, or tax management.
• Experience in the oil and gas or energy sector is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience using SAP ERP is an added advantage.
• Fluency in English.
• Knowledge of Chinese language is an added advantage.
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• Financial management.
• Financial reporting.
• Budget preparation and monitoring.
• Financial planning and forecasting.
• Accounting principles.
• International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Tax compliance.
• Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) regulations.
• Audit coordination.
• Financial analysis.
• Account reconciliation.
• Internal controls.
• Risk management.
• SAP ERP knowledge.
• Microsoft Excel proficiency.
• Analytical thinking.
• Attention to detail.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Communication skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Time management.
• Professional integrity.
• Confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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• Opportunity to work within Uganda's growing energy sector.
• Exposure to finance operations in the oil and gas industry.
• Professional development in financial management and reporting.
• Experience with budgeting, taxation, and audit management.
• Collaborative and professional working environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to organizational growth through sound financial management.
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• Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Academic certificates.
• Professional certifications.