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Startups Accountant job at StartHub Africa | Apply Now
Bukoto, Kampala, Uganda
Full Time
Are you looking for Accounting jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Startups Accountant job at StartHub Africa
About the Organisation
StartHub Africa is a dynamic innovation hub committed to empowering entrepreneurs and startups across the African continent by providing access to resources, networks, and mentorship. With a reputation for fostering creativity and growth in the startup ecosystem, StartHub Africa has been recognized for its pivotal role in advancing entrepreneurship and supporting scalable business models. The company promotes a work culture that values collaboration, adaptability, and entrepreneurial spirit, offering employees the opportunity to work in a fast-paced and inclusive environment with ample room for personal and professional growth.
StartHub Africa has a rich history of helping businesses evolve, starting as a small initiative and growing into a key player in the region’s startup ecosystem, thanks to its innovative programs and strategic partnerships. The company’s business model focuses on providing tailored services, such as incubation, funding, and capacity-building, to startups in diverse industries, empowering them to scale locally and internationally.
With its reach spanning multiple African countries, StartHub Africa has expanded its influence and continues to create meaningful connections that drive economic development. The company operates under core values of innovation, inclusivity, and sustainability, and its corporate social responsibility efforts include initiatives aimed at enhancing entrepreneurship education and empowering youth. For more information, visit www.starthubafrica.com.
StartHub Africa (NGO) and SHA Consulting Group Limited form together StartHub Africa, a hybrid-social venture with the vision to unlock the potential of changemakers to create innovative and scalable businesses across Africa.
Job Title
Startups Accountant job at StartHub Africa
StartHub Africa
Job Description
Job Title: Startups Accountant
Organisation: StartHub Africa
Duty Station: Bukoto, Kampala, Uganda
As an accountant, your challenge is to provide first-class accounting for SHA Consulting Group startups and support on project businesses. This is an important and varied role that involves regular accounting tasks.
You will also be required to review our financial management systems and policies and recommend improvements that will make our startups more compliant and financially robust businesses.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Document and process all financial transactions including payroll and enter them into Zoho books online accounting software or relevant accounting software for all the startups
Extract Monthly management accounts for all the startups and share them with all startups
Extract revenues from all startup accounting software and update the M&E excel sheet.
Compute and file for taxes and other statutory obligations as required by the authorities for all portfolio startups
Review and recommend improvements in our accounting and financial management structures to ensure compliance with current accounting standards.
Review and recommend tax planning techniques for startups to minimize their tax burden and take advantage of strategies that the tax law allows.
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Bachelor’s degree, with a major in business, finance, accounting or economics. CPA Level 1 is an added advantage.
2-3 years of experience as an accountant
You have worked for a startup or in a startup environment, and/or have worked in supporting startups to grow.
You are willing to work beyond the job description, wear many hats, and roll with constant change.
Experience working with startups, SMEs, or entrepreneurial support programs, preferably in Africa.
Strong understanding of financial structures
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a passion for solving startup financial problems.
Skills and Competencies
Excellent knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures, including the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Hands-on experience with accounting software like Zoho books, Manager IO Loan disk management
Hands-on experience with accounting software like Zoho books, Manager IO, ERP system
Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills
Foundation Skills:
Independence/Self Starter – Ability to assess and initiate things independently.
Ability to manage a growing task/project without much guidance or structure.
A person who is sufficiently motivated or ambitious to work on their own initiative without needing direction.
Shows Initiative and is proactive in taking action.
Business Acumen – Ability to understand how a business operates and makes money, and to proactively anticipate, navigate and leverage trends impacting the business.
Proven at accomplishing results – Diligent executor, result driven and methodical in their execution.
Team collaborator – Ability to work as a team to achieve a common goal.
Life-long learner – Has a growth mindset, is curious and demonstrates a commitment to continued learning and development
Intellectual curiosity – The desire to want to know more, to poke around in blind spots and new areas, to make connections between different challenges and opportunities to cross-pollinate ideas.
Resilience and perseverance – The ability to thrive in a variety of circumstances.
High emotional intelligence – Self-aware, self-regulated, strong interpersonal skills, curious about people and empathetic.
Relationship building – Ability to quickly build rapport and engagement with people, including listening and clear communication.
2-3 years of experience as an accountant
You have worked for a startup or in a startup environment, and/or have worked in supporting startups to grow.
You are willing to work beyond the job description, wear many hats, and roll with constant change.
Experience working with startups, SMEs, or entrepreneurial support programs, preferably in Africa.
Strong understanding of financial structures
Working Conditions
Full-time role based in Uganda.
May require occasional travel to meet with Enterprises or handle administrative tasks at offsite locations.
How to Apply
All candidates should apply online at the Apply Button below.
Deadline: 20th January 2025
