Inventory Accountant-Jobs in Uganda

DEADLINE: 4th July 2025
Location: Kampala, Uganda
Position: Inventory Accountant
Employment Type: Full-time
Department: Finance & Procurement
Reporting to: Accounting Manager

About the Role

ENGIE Energy Access (EEA) Uganda is looking for a detail-oriented, analytical, and motivated Inventory Accountant to join our growing Finance team. This is a critical role responsible for ensuring accurate inventory accounting and supporting operational efficiency across the supply chain. The successful candidate will work cross-functionally and closely with department heads to identify and resolve bottlenecks, enhance data quality, and optimize inventory control processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately record product purchases in the general ledger and ensure timely posting.

• Reconcile stock-in-transit accounts and clear balances promptly.

• Review landed cost accruals against actual payments and reconcile variances.

• Coordinate and participate in monthly and ad hoc stock counts.

• Issue and track stock count sheets; manage stock variance adjustments after approvals.

• Prepare daily and monthly stock movement schedules and reports.

• Oversee disposal or sale of damaged stock per Stock Governance procedures.

• Ensure reconciliation of sub-ledger stock accounts with physical inventory and the general ledger.

• Investigate and resolve integrity report (IR/ID) differences.

• Prepare month-end stock valuation reports and assist with cost of sales validation.

• Support improvements in internal controls related to inventory management.

• Provide weekly/monthly margin and inventory analysis across product categories.

• Monitor and ensure accurate update of Bills of Materials (BOM) and production entries in SAP.

• Provide monthly reports on slow-moving inventory.

• Maintain repossession and voluntary returns reports with correct accounting and valuation.

• Track stock orders from China, ensuring delivery and reconciliation with purchase orders.

• Book all inventory-related transactions in SAP (repossessions, swaps, scrapping, sales).

• Perform monthly accounts receivable reconciliation.

• Serve as the central point of contact for inventory matters across departments.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• Advanced accounting qualifications such as ACCA or CPA are required.

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in finance and inventory accounting.

• Experience in renewable energy, financial services, or last-mile distribution is highly desirable.

• Proven knowledge of accounting principles and inventory control.

Skills

• Strong proficiency in Excel and accounting software (preferably SAP).

• High attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.

• Analytical and critical thinking capabilities.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Ability to interpret large datasets and translate findings into actionable insights.

• Willingness to occasionally travel to rural areas to understand field operations.

Language Requirements

• Fluent in spoken and written English.

About ENGIE Energy Access

ENGIE Energy Access (EEA) is a leading Pay-As-You-Go (PAYGo) and mini-grids provider in Africa, delivering affordable, clean energy to homes, public services, and businesses. Operating in nine countries and impacting over 9 million lives, our goal is to reach 20 million people across Africa by 2025 through inclusive and sustainable energy solutions.

Diversity & Inclusion

ENGIE is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is valued. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, business needs, and individual merit—without regard to gender, age, origin, disability, or other protected characteristics. Our differences are our strengths.

How to Apply

If you are a proactive inventory professional with a passion for driving operational excellence and sustainability, we encourage you to apply:

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