Finance Officer
Full time @GS Group Co. Ltd posted 2 days ago in Administration Shortlist Email JobJob Detail
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Job ID 21516
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Career Level Officer
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Experience 3 Years
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Gender Both
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Industry Administration
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Qualifications Degree Bachelor
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Job Type Full time
Job Description
GS Group is one of the leading Construction and Engineering companies in East Africa, delivering high-quality services in the construction of buildings, roads, bridges, and water infrastructure. Since 2014, GS Group has also been providing design and construction services across various infrastructure projects in South Sudan.
As part of our regional growth strategy, GS Group is expanding its presence with new branch offices in Ethiopia and Uganda, reinforcing our vision of delivering excellence in construction services across the region.
We are currently seeking qualified and motivated professionals to join our ongoing construction projects in Kampala, Uganda, across multiple departments.
Please Note:
- All available positions are based in Uganda or at any GS Group partner location, as may be mutually agreed.
- Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.
Position: Finance Officer
Employment Category: Permanent
Location: Uganda
Position Summary
The Finance Officer at GS Group Uganda executes day-to-day financial operations, accounts management, and asset tracking for our construction and real estate projects. Operating in a fast-paced project environment, the role processes accounts payable/receivable, prepares payroll, updates general ledgers, and drafts statutory tax returns.
S/he collaborates closely with procurement and site engineering teams to verify vendor invoices, monitor project budgets, and maintain an accurate, up-to-date fixed asset register. Ultimately, the Finance Officer ensures strict financial data integrity, compliance with organizational policies, and seamless payment workflows to support successful project delivery.
Major Duties & Responsibilities
1. Daily Financial & Transactional Operations
· Process day-to-day accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR).
· Prepare monthly payroll and maintain general ledger entries.
· Perform routine bank reconciliations and track daily cash flow movements.
· Maintain accurate, confidential, and orderly digital and physical financial records.
2. SCM Support & Payment Processing
· Verify supplier and subcontractor invoices against contracts, purchase orders, and site delivery notes.
· Coordinate the timely processing of approved vendor payments.
· Track routine procurement expenditures against active project lines.
3. Budgeting, Reporting & Tax Compliance
· Assist in compiling data for monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
· Monitor daily site expenses to flag variances against project budgets.
· Prepare draft statutory tax returns (e.g., VAT, WHT, PAYE) and statutory filings.
· Gather supporting documentation for internal and external audit processes.
4. Fixed Asset & Inventory Ledger Management
· Maintain and update the fixed asset register for machinery, vehicles, and equipment.
· Calculate routine asset depreciation and amortization based on standard accounting rules.
· Participate in periodic physical asset verifications on construction sites.
· Report asset variances, damages, or potential impairments to senior team members.
About You
Education:
· Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Professional certifications such as CPA or ACCA are preferred; Level 3.
Experience:
- 7+ years of Proven experience in construction, engineering, mining, real estates and or property management project financial management
- Accounting Principles: Strong execution of double-entry bookkeeping and standard accounting workflows.
- Systems Literacy: Hands-on proficiency with ERPs (Odoo, SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks) and advanced Excel.
- Tax Compliance: Good working knowledge of local tax filings and statutory regulations.
- Asset Tracking: Basic understanding of asset lifecycle management and ledger reconciliations.
Core Soft Skills:
- High Integrity & Professionalism: Strict adherence to financial ethics and confidentiality.
- Attention to Detail: Spotting mathematical errors or contract mismatches instantly.
- Collaboration: Communicating effectively with technical site teams and office staff.
- Problem-Solving: Resolving payment delays or invoice discrepancies smoothly.
Application Procedure
- Applications should be submitted through the GS Group online recruitment system under our careers section on our website http://www.allgsgroup.com/ or by hand delivery to the address below:
The HR & Administration Manager
GS Group Uganda Block B, BS07, Second Floor
Forest Mall Lugogo By Pass.
- Applications should include a cover letter, a detailed CV including three-referees, certified academic documents for relevant qualifications, recommendation letters from referees.
Deadline for Applications
Applications should be submitted not later than Friday 4th June 2026 by 5:00pm EAT.
For any inquiries, please contact Tel: +256 749041005
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