Financial Controller, Uganda

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📍 Kampala📍 UgandaFullTime

About this role

About the Company

Mogo's mission is to enable upward social mobility for people in diverse communities around the world by providing entrepreneurs who are excluded from traditional banking systems with access to credit. By combining asset financing, fintech, AI-based underwriting, and proprietary car portals, we enable these local entrepreneurs (motorcycle taxi riders, Uber/Bolt drivers, and small business owners) to find and purchase their own vehicles.

 

About the Role

We are looking for a Financial Controller to help achieve regional financial efficiency by building and owning the Uganda country finance function, largely from scratch.

The role will own monthly P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reporting, stand up robust accounting procedures, manage auditors and tax authorities, and integrate the country into Eleving Group’s financial ecosystem.

 

What You Will Do

  • Establish robust accounting and financial procedures and processes to ensure effective financial and accounting reporting.

  • Own monthly P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reporting, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.

  • Partner with local and regional stakeholders, providing financial insights and analysis to guide commercial and operational decision-making.

  • Manage relationships with auditors, tax authorities, and other financial partners.

  • Collaborate closely with the regional HQ (finance team) to ensure smooth integration into Eleving Group’s financial ecosystem.

  • Lead initiatives to drive accounting and financial improvements.

  • Monitor adherence to local regulations and international accounting standards, proactively mitigating financial risks.

 

What You Have

  • Higher education in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business Administration

  • Previous experience in the fields of finance, business administration, project management, and similar

  • Understanding of IFRS accounting principles (B/S, P/L, CF)

  • Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with financial software and databases

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

  • Attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy

  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines

  • Proficiency in English

  • Can-do attitude and ownership mindset


What We Offer

  • Competitive salary and results-oriented bonus system

  • Personal and professional development

  • Monthly housing allowance

  • Relocation support (flights, visas, vaccination )

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This Financial Controller, Uganda role at talentsafari is based in Kampala, Uganda. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Financial Controller, Uganda role at talentsafari full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a FullTime position. It is posted as a Financial Controller, Uganda role in the Mogo department at talentsafari.
Which team or department does the Financial Controller, Uganda at talentsafari belong to?
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When was the Financial Controller, Uganda job at talentsafari posted?
This Financial Controller, Uganda position at talentsafari was posted on Jul 7, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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