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Job Summary

Job Title:
Accountant
Employer:
FREO2
Location:
Kampala, Uganda
Country:
Uganda
Contract Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Accounting
Number of Positions:
1
Deadline:
Friday, 27 June 2025

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Accountant job at FREO2 | Apply Now

Kampala, Uganda

Full Time

Are you looking for Accounting jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Accountant job at FREO2

Deadline: 

27 Jun 2025

About the Organisation

FREO2 Foundation is a purpose-driven, not-for-profit organization dedicated to saving lives by ensuring reliable and affordable access to medical oxygen in low-resource settings, with a mission to eliminate preventable deaths from oxygen shortages through innovative and sustainable technology solutions. Known for its groundbreaking work in designing off-grid oxygen systems tailored to rural and underserved health facilities, FREO2 has earned international recognition from global health partners and development agencies.

The foundation fosters a collaborative and impact-oriented work culture that empowers a diverse team of engineers, researchers, and health professionals, offering meaningful job opportunities, flexible arrangements, and a chance to contribute to global health equity. Originating in Australia, FREO2 has evolved from a university-based research initiative into a global health innovator, operating through strategic partnerships in countries such as Uganda, Tanzania, and Papua New Guinea.

Its scalable, solar-powered oxygen delivery systems reflect a business model centered on frugality, innovation, and long-term impact, enabling healthcare providers to deliver life-saving oxygen therapy even in the absence of electricity. With a growing international footprint, FREO2 is driven by core values of equity, innovation, sustainability, and excellence, while its commitment to corporate social responsibility is embedded in every project, improving health outcomes for children, mothers, and vulnerable populations. More information is available at www.freo2.org.

Job Title

Accountant job at FREO2

FREO2

Job Description

Position: Accountant

Company: FREO2

Location: Kampala (Preference for candidates near Mbarara, Lira, or Kampala)

Job Type: Full-time, 1-year contract (Flexible hybrid work arrangements)

About the Role: FREO2 is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive East Africa Accountant to manage financial operations across Uganda and neighboring countries. This critical role supports the successful delivery of FREO2’s UNICEF-funded O2aaS program, which supplies continuous oxygen to 35 healthcare facilities. Join an international team dedicated to saving lives in low-resource settings and help improve financial processes and compliance.

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

  • Financial Management: Oversee program expenses, invoicing, reconciliations, payroll, and cash floats using Xero

  • Planning & Budgeting: Work closely with the Global Finance Manager to prepare budgets, track spending, and find cost-saving opportunities

  • Compliance & Reporting: Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and submit timely reports to authorities and auditors

  • Stakeholder Support: Collaborate with in-country teams, donors, and partners to manage receivables and provide financial guidance for program delivery

  • Continuous Improvement: Recommend and implement improvements to financial systems, supporting FREO2’s strategic objectives

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Qualifications, Education and Competencies

  • Bachelor’s or advanced degree in accounting, finance, or a related field

  • Minimum 3 years of relevant experience, preferably with NGOs or donor-funded programs

  • Proficient in Xero with strong skills in payroll, procurement, and financial reconciliations

  • Experience preparing financial statements and ensuring tax compliance in East Africa

  • Excellent organizational skills and ability to work independently and within a remote international team

  • Bonus: Experience with donor-funded projects and in-depth knowledge of East African tax regulations


Benefits:

  • Contribute to a life-saving mission improving healthcare access in underserved areas

  • Work with a supportive, global team passionate about impact

  • Gain valuable experience managing international, large-scale programs

  • Flexible, remote work with access to FREO2 hubs in Mbarara or Lira

  • Professional growth opportunities in a mission-driven environment

How to Apply

Please send your cover letter and updated CV to finance@freo2.org with the subject line: Application – Accountant East Africa

Application Deadline: 27th June 2025

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

More details & application link Below

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