QSSU-HEAD OFFICE FINANCIAL CONTROLLER
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Job Summary
Q-Sourcing Limited trading as Q-Sourcing Servtec is a manpower management solutions firm operating in the East African Region in the countries of Uganda Kenya Tanzania Rwanda and South Sudan.
We are looking for competent skilled and experienced FINANCIAL CONTROLLER to work in Kampala Uganda Head Office.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Financial Controller
Uganda Region
Q-Sourcing Servtec Group Reports to: Group CFO Location: Kampala Uganda
ROLE OVERVIEW
The Financial Controller is a senior finance leadership role responsible for the full financial stewardship of four business entities operating in Uganda. The role owns the financial reporting controls environment cash management compliance and planning cycle for the Uganda portfolio and acts as the primary finance business partner to Uganda-based operational and commercial teams. This position has been created to allow the Group CFO to redirect focus from day-to-day financial operations to strategic Group-level priorities.
ROLE INFORMATION
Job Title | Financial Controller |
Department | Group Finance |
Reports To | Group Chief Financial Officer |
Direct Reports | Group Accounts Receivable (AR) Officer Group Accounts Payable (AP) Officer Finance Managers / Senior Accountants across Uganda entities |
Peers | FC Emerging Markets Group FP&A Manager Group AR Manager Group AP Manager |
Location | Kampala Uganda (with travel to entity sites) |
Employment Type | Full-time Permanent |
Region Scope | 4 business entities in Uganda |
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Financial Reporting & Integrity
Own the monthly quarterly and annual close process for all Uganda entities ensuring accuracy completeness and timeliness of financial statements.
Prepare and present consolidated Uganda management accounts to the Group CFO by agreed deadlines.
Maintain a robust consolidation pack including P&L balance sheet cash flow and variance analysis with clear commentary.
Ensure intercompany transactions across Uganda entities are properly captured and reconciled.
Manage the statutory audit process for all Uganda entities serving as the primary auditor contact.
2. Financial Controls & Compliance
Design implement and monitor an effective internal controls framework across Uganda operations.
Ensure compliance with Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) tax obligations PAYE VAT WHT CIT and manage relationships with tax authorities.
Oversee timely statutory submissions and regulatory filings for all Uganda entities.
Lead risk identification and mitigation across the Uganda finance function.
3. Accounts Receivable & Accounts Payable Oversight
Provide direct line management and performance oversight to the Group AR and Group AP functions for Uganda-based transactions.
Set and enforce credit terms collections KPIs and DSO targets; hold AR accountable to the 30% HR cost-to-GP threshold and debtor ageing benchmarks.
Oversee the AP cycle ensuring payables are processed accurately and suppliers are paid within agreed terms supporting cash flow management.
Escalate significant AR or AP issues to the Group CFO and propose remediation actions.
4. Cash & Treasury Management
Manage daily and weekly cash positions across Uganda entities; prepare 13-week rolling cash flow forecasts.
Optimise working capital: minimise DSO manage creditor terms and maintain adequate liquidity buffers.
Liaise with banking partners on facilities forex requirements and payment processing.
Monitor and report on cash reserves against the Groups annual targets.
5. Budgeting Forecasting & Business Partnering
Lead the Uganda annual budgeting and re-forecasting process in coordination with the Group FP&A Manager.
Provide insightful commercial analysis to Uganda entity heads GP margin HR cost ratios contract profitability.
Proactively flag underperformance and support corrective action planning at entity level.
Track performance against the Groups $100M BHAG targets and report on Ugandas contribution.
6. Team Leadership & Capability Building
Lead coach and develop a high-performing Uganda finance team.
Set clear objectives conduct performance reviews and identify training needs.
Drive standardisation of financial processes and systems across Uganda entities.
Represent the finance function in Uganda leadership and entity management meetings.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Qualifications
Qualified accountant CPA(U) ACCA CIMA or equivalent (mandatory).
Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting Economics or related field.
Masters degree or MBA is an advantage.
Experience
Minimum 8 years of progressive finance experience with at least 3 years in a Financial Controller or senior finance management role.
Proven experience managing multiple business units or entities simultaneously.
Strong background in the East African operating environment; Uganda-specific regulatory and tax expertise required.
Experience in a manpower solutions staffing professional services or multi-site services business is preferred.
Prior experience managing or supervising AR and AP functions is essential.
Skills & Competencies
Strong technical accounting skills (IFRS / local GAAP).
Advanced proficiency in accounting systems (ERP experience required) and Excel.
Excellent analytical skills with the ability to translate financial data into operational insight.
High integrity and personal accountability; able to operate with minimal supervision.
Effective communicator and influencer able to engage both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
Resilient self-starter; comfortable managing competing demands across multiple entities.
All candidates who meet the criteria outlined above are encouraged to apply under the job vacancy "QSSU-HEAD OFFICE - FINANCIAL CONTROLLER"
Note:
Q-SOURCING SERVTEC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ANY SOLICITATION WILL LEAD TO DISQUALIFICATION.
Required Skills:
PERSON SPECIFICATION Qualifications Qualified accountant CPA(K) ACCA CIMA or equivalent (mandatory). Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting Economics or related field. Masters degree or MBA is an advantage. Experience Minimum 810 years of progressive finance experience with at least 34 years in a Financial Controller or equivalent role. Mandatory: proven experience managing finance across multiple African countries simultaneously. Deep working knowledge of at least two of the four jurisdictions (Kenya Tanzania Rwanda South Sudan) tax regulatory and reporting requirements. Experience in a manpower solutions staffing professional services or multi-site business is preferred. Demonstrated track record managing AR AP and working capital in a multi-currency environment. Experience navigating complex or challenging operating environments (South Sudan experience is a strong advantage). Skills & Competencies Strong technical accounting skills (IFRS); fluency in multi-currency consolidation and reporting. Advanced proficiency in ERP/accounting systems and Excel; exposure to Group-level reporting tools is desirable. Excellent commercial acumen able to connect financial performance to operational and business drivers. Exceptional organisational skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines across multiple countries. Strong leadership presence; able to build credibility and influence without direct physical proximity. High resilience and adaptability comfortable operating in environments with evolving regulatory frameworks. Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to present complex financial information clearly to senior stakeholders. Requirements All candidates who meet the criteria outlined above are encouraged to apply under the job vacancy QSSG - EMERGING MARKETS REGION - FINANCIAL CONTROLER Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Application Link : Q-SOURCING SERVTEC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ANY SOLICITATION WILL LEAD TO DISQUALIFICATION. The deadline for applications is not later than 08:00 Pm Wednesday 19th June 2026
