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Job Summary

Job Title:
Cost Accountant
Employer:
Hariss International
Location:
Country:
Uganda
Contract Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Accounting Jobs
Number of Positions:
1
Deadline:
Monday, 27 October 2025

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About the Organisation

Cost Accountant job at Hariss International | Apply Now

Kampala, Uganda

​Hariss International Limited, established in 2005 and headquartered in Kampala, Uganda, is a leading manufacturer in the country's food and beverage industry, operating under the flagship brand RIHAM. The company's mission is to provide high-quality, affordable products that cater to the diverse tastes of consumers, encompassing over 80 offerings such as carbonated soft drinks, natural mineral water, fruit juices, malt and energy drinks, biscuits, and confectioneries.

Renowned for its commitment to excellence and innovation, Hariss International has garnered a strong reputation and widespread recognition within the market. The organization fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture, offering employees opportunities for professional growth and development across various departments. Regularly, the company announces job openings, providing flexible work arrangements to accommodate diverse professional needs.

Since its inception, Hariss International has evolved by integrating state-of-the-art technology and customer-centric approaches into its business model, ensuring tailored and effective solutions for clients. Operating with a dedicated team of over 1,000 employees, the company has expanded its reach to serve clients both locally and internationally. Its core values include quality, continuous improvement, ambition, and customer focus.

Demonstrating a commitment to corporate social responsibility, Hariss International actively engages in sustainability initiatives, such as donating recycle bins to the National Zoo and sponsoring events like the Rotary Cancer Run, aiming to reduce environmental impact and promote community well-being. For more information, visit their official website at https://www.harissint.com.​

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

Full Time

Deadline: 

27 Oct 2025

Job Title

Cost Accountant job at Hariss International

Hariss International

Job Description

Job Title:  Cost Accountant

Organisation: Hariss International

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Job Summary: 

The Cost Accountant will support the Finance Business Partner – Operations in providing timely and accurate cost and stock-related insights across all operational departments. This role focuses on cost monitoring, variance analysis, and inventory accountability to enable data-driven decisions for operations

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

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Cost Monitoring & Analysis

  • Support in maintaining and reviewing standard cost models.

  • Prepare cost variance analysis reports for key cost centers in operations

  • Assist in margin analysis and provide insights into cost drivers and operational inefficiencies.

  • Track key cost elements including fuel, distribution, repairs, and utilities to aid in departmental performance.

Inventory & Stock Accounting

  • Monitor material usage across all stores, ensuring proper costing and accountability.

  • Assist in planning and executing periodic and annual stock takes; reconcile physical and system balances.

  • Identify stock variances and work with relevant departments to investigate and resolve discrepancies.

  • Stock movement controls and stock aging analysis.

Operational Support & Reporting

  • Prepare monthly cost and stock movement reports

  • Support budgeting and forecasting by analyzing cost trends across operational departments.

  • Liaise with departments (Production, Quality, Engineering, Transport, Stores) to align financial data with operational realities.

  • Monitor transport and distribution costs, providing insights for optimization.

Controls & Compliance

  • Ensure inventory and cost accounting practices comply with internal controls and IFRS.

  • Support audit processes with clear and accurate records.

  • Promote process improvements in stock handling, reporting, and cost capture.

Cost Accountant job at Hariss International

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  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field

  • CPA, ACCA Level 2 or CIMA qualification is an added advantage

  • 3–5 years of experience in cost and inventory accounting, preferably in manufacturing/FMCG

  • Proficiency in Excel and SAP

  • Key Competencies:

  • Strong analytical and reporting skills

  • Attention to detail and process orientation

  • Good understanding of manufacturing and inventory operations

  • Collaborative, with ability to work across multiple departments

  • Ability to interpret numbers into actionable operational insights

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