Project Accountant (2) – Jobs In Uganda

DGB is hiring Project Accountants (2) to be at the financial core of our nature-based projects, ensuring every transaction, report, and system aligns with both local governance and international standards. This is more than just a bookkeeping role, it’s a position of trust, structure, and impact.

You will be responsible for managing the financial operations of both field-level project activities and the associated legal entities. Your work will support ecological restoration, community engagement, and long-term sustainability by keeping our financial systems clear, compliant, and audit-ready.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:   In this role, you will:

• Take ownership of day-to-day financial management, including bookkeeping, petty cash, and payroll
• Ensure full compliance with local tax laws, statutory filings, and audit requirements
• Handle international transfers, cross-currency accounting, and reconciliation
• Maintain both digital and physical records in a way that ensures auditability and transparency
• Coordinate with the global finance team to align local operations with group-wide standards
• Contribute to budget planning, forecasting, and performance reporting
• Support internal and external audits by preparing clear, timely documentation
• Act as a reliable financial point of contact for field teams and headquarters
• This role offers the chance to work on meaningful, nature-based initiatives while operating in a structured, internationally connected financial environment. You’ll be part of a global mission, with real local responsibility.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:  We are looking for a highly dependable and capable financial professional who is ready to work at the intersection of purpose and precision. You’ll need a mix of technical skill, practical experience, and a structured mindset.

You bring:

• A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
• At least 3 years of professional experience in a similar role, ideally with exposure to both project finance and legal entity administration
• Strong knowledge of international accounting principles, compliance procedures, and financial controls
• Demonstrated experience with payroll processing, tax submissions, and regulatory filings
• Proficiency in digital accounting tools and financial reporting systems
• A high level of accuracy, organization, and discretion in handling financial data
• The ability to work independently while maintaining close coordination with remote teams
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• A CPA, ACCA, or equivalent certification is a strong advantage and will be highly regarded
• This is a role for someone who takes ownership, values clarity, and thrives in a mission-driven, detail-oriented environment. If you’re ready to bring financial discipline to projects that make a real-world difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation & Ownership
• A competitive salary that reflects your expertise and responsibility
• Performance-based rewards and growth opportunities within a fast-scaling international company
• Share in our long-term success – all employees receive stock options in our publicly listed company (AEX: DGB)
• Purpose-Driven Work
• Your financial discipline fuels real-world impact – every report you file and process you manage supports reforestation, conservation, and biodiversity initiatives
• Be part of something tangible – our projects are real, and you’re welcome to visit them and see the difference your work enables on the ground
• Flexibility & Trust
• A results-first environment – we care about outcomes, not clock-ins
• Join a global team of professionals who are passionate about doing good work for a greater mission
• Apply now and become part of something bigger.

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