Location: Kampala, Uganda
Job Type: Full-time
Date Posted: March 19, 2025
Industry: Agriculture, FinTech, Startups
Category: Accounting | Finance | Management
Currency: UGX
About EzyAgric
EzyAgric is transforming agriculture in Africa’s multi-billion-dollar industry by providing Agro-inputs, financial services, and market access to farmers and merchants. As one of the fastest-growing AgTech startups, we’ve scaled our user base 10X and doubled revenue since 2019.
Now, we’re looking for a bold and strategic Finance Manager to lead our financial strategy, steer our growth, and work alongside our leadership, investors, and board. If you thrive in a fast-paced startup, love solving financial challenges, and want to shape the future of agriculture, this is your chance!
Key Responsibilities
1. Financial Leadership & Strategy
- Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling to drive profitability.
- Work with the CEO and management team to set financial goals and optimize key metrics (e.g., LTV/CAC ratios).
- Provide insights-driven reports for management, directors, and investors.
2. Financial Operations & Compliance
- Manage cash flow, assets, and investments to ensure operational stability.
- Oversee audits, tax compliance (URA, NSSF), and financial governance.
- Strengthen financial policies, risk assessment, and mitigation strategies.
3. Fundraising & Investor Relations
- Lead fundraising efforts, including financial modeling and due diligence.
- Negotiate deals and secure funding through equity, grants, and debt financing.
- Maintain strong investor relations with transparent and timely reporting.
4. Process Optimization & Team Leadership
- Build lean financial systems for accounting, payments, and reporting.
- Supervise and mentor the Finance team, fostering growth and efficiency.
- Ensure financial scalability as EzyAgric expands across Africa.
Who You Are
We’re looking for a resilient, forward-thinking finance leader who thrives in a startup environment. You should have:
✅ Education & Skills:
- A degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business (CPA/ACCA is a plus).
- Strong expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.
✅ Experience:
- Proven track record in financial management, preferably in a startup or fast-growth company.
- Experience in fundraising, risk management, and investor relations.
✅ Mindset & Traits:
- Strategic & Agile: You think big but execute fast.
- Problem-Solver: You love tackling financial challenges in a dynamic environment.
- Storyteller with Numbers: You turn data into insights that drive smart decisions.
Why Join EzyAgric?
🚀 Impact: Lead the financial backbone of a startup transforming agriculture in Africa.
📈 Growth: Be part of a company doubling revenue and scaling rapidly—your career will soar with us.
🔥 Challenge: Work in an exciting, fast-paced startup where your vision shapes the future.
🤝 Culture: Join a bold, innovative team that values collaboration and excellence.
How to Apply
If you’re ready to drive financial success in one of Africa’s most exciting startups, apply now!
📩 Submit your application with the subject: Finance Manager Application – [Your Name].
Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Apply ASAP!