Financial and Sustainability Reporting Specialists - Uganda

Who We Are:

We are over 400,000 people spread out in 728 offices in 150 countries, organized into 28 Regions and three geographical areas with a powerful network of more than 1 million alumni. At EY, we are committed to doing our part in shaping the future with confidence. The insights and quality services we deliver help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies the world over. We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all our stakeholders. In so doing, we play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

As a global leader in assurance, tax, consulting, transactions and strategy, we’re using the finance products, expertise, and systems we’ve developed to shape the world with confidence. This starts with a culture that believes in giving our people the training, opportunities, and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.

The opportunity: 

We are looking for Financial and Sustainability Reporting Specialists to join our Corporate Reporting Services and Financial Accounting and Advisory teams. As a member of the team, you'll make a technical contribution to client engagements and internal projects. You'll actively establish internal and external relationships and identify and escalate potential business opportunities for the Firm. With a clear focus on anticipating and identifying risks, you'll escalate issues as appropriate. You'll ensure that the work delivered to clients is of high quality and is reviewed by the next-level reviewer.

Key responsibilities:

• Demonstrate expertise in relevant accounting frameworks (IFRS Accounting Standards, ISSB Sustainability Reporting Standards, INPAS and IPSAS).
• Provide technical accounting and financial reporting support to clients and internal teams as a financial and sustainability reporting subject matter specialist.
• Drive implementation of new financial and sustainability reporting standards.
• Keep up to date with changes to financial and sustainability reporting standards.
• Perform pre-issuance review of financial statements and sustainability reports.
• Compile financial statements and sustainability reports.
• Be a member of our Professional Practice Group as a financial and sustainability reporting specialist.

To qualify for the role, you should have:

• First Class or Second Class - upper bachelor’s degree in commerce, accounting, or any STEM degree   
• Master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage
• Full or part professional qualification (CPA, ACCA or other recognised qualification).
• Knowledge of sustainability reporting standards will be an added advantage
• At least 1 year of experience in a similar or related role or otherwise demonstrate ability and interest to quickly learn and handle complex technical financial and sustainability reporting matters.  

Skills and attributes for success:

• Interest and enthusiasm in financial and sustainability reporting.
• Understanding of technical developments and willingness to share knowledge with clients and internal teams.
• Ability to understand unique business scenarios and applying financial and sustainability reporting standards in due consideration of those unique aspects.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Proficiency in Microsoft office suite.

What we are looking for:

We are looking for appropriately qualified and talented people with the following attributes:

• An agile, growth-oriented mindset: What you know matters, but the right mindset is just as important in determining success. We are looking for people who are innovative, can work in an agile way and keep pace with the rapidly changing world.
• Curiosity and purpose driven mind: We are looking for people who see opportunities instead of challenges, who ask better questions to seek better answers that shape the future.
• Inclusivity: We are looking for people who seek out and embrace diverse perspectives, who value differences, and team inclusivity to build safety and trust. 

What is in it for you:

• Acceleration of your technical capabilities and transformative leadership skills with future-focused courses and development programs.

• Broadening of horizons by working in highly integrated teams across the globe and collaborating with people of diverse backgrounds — both professionally and culturally.
• The opportunity to bring out the best in yourself with continuous investment in your personal well-being and career development.
• Development of personal purpose which will help create a positive ripple effect on our teams, our business, clients, and society, shaping the future with confidence, together.
• Opportunity to learn businesses in multiple sectors and geographies.

What you are required to do:

You are required to upload the following to our online recruitment system:

• Updated CV
• University degrees
• Professional qualification
• O-level certificate or its equivalent
• A-level certificate or its equivalent
• Any other relevant professional qualifications.   

The deadline for applying is 03 May 2026.

What you can expect:

• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Please check your email regularly for updates.
• Only applications submitted via our online recruitment system will be considered.

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