Regional Accounts Officer
Kampala, Uganda * Full-time
Uzima Microfinance Uganda Ltd
Accounting and Finance
Total Positions:
Location: Kampala, Uganda
Full-time
Salary: Attractive
Posted 1 year ago
Regional Accounts Officer
Location: Mbale, Uganda
Reports to: Finance & Administration Manager
About Us
Uzima Microfinance Uganda Ltd. is a fast-growing financial institution dedicated to empowering communities through accessible and reliable financial services. We are committed to promoting financial inclusion, building trust, and ensuring sustainable growth across our regional branches.
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Regional Accounts Officer to strengthen our finance team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring sound financial management, branch accountability, fraud detection, and compliance with internal controls and regulatory standards.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Oversee financial operations for assigned regional branches, ensuring accuracy, accountability, and compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Monitor branch-level financial reports, cash flow, reconciliations, and transactions to identify discrepancies and potential risks.
• Lead efforts in fraud detection and prevention by implementing and enforcing strong internal controls.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and expenditure tracking across the region to ensure cost efficiency and financial sustainability.
• Provide training and guidance to branch accounting staff on financial best practices, compliance requirements, and reporting standards.
• Prepare timely and accurate financial reports for management review and decision-making.
• Collaborate with auditors, regulatory bodies, and other stakeholders to ensure full compliance with financial regulations.
QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Professional certification (CPA or ACCA) is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 3 years’ accounting/finance experience, with at least 1–2 years in microfinance, banking, or financial services.
• Strong knowledge of fraud detection, risk management, and financial control systems.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Excel.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and team leadership abilities.
• What We Offer
• Opportunity to work with a purpose-driven organization committed to financial inclusion.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A collaborative and growth-oriented work environment.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates should submit their CV and Cover Letter to hrd@uzima-global.com by 15th September 2025. Please indicate “Regional Accounts Officer – Mbale†in the subject line of your email.
Deadline: Expired
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