Accountant (F/M/X) at Ecoligo

The role

• As the Accountant for the African entities of the group, you will report directly to the Accounting Manager for Africa. You will play a key role in supporting the financial operations and compliance across our Sub-Saharan Africa entities (Kenya, Uganda, Ghana).

In this role you will

• If you are motivated by our mission to fight climate change and are excited by ecoligo’s unique business model, then this opportunity is for you.

Objectives

Strategic Objectives 

• Assistin overseeing the work of external bookkeepers and tax advisors to ensureaccurateandtimelyfinancial records that support monthly closing processes
• Support the day-to-day accounting functions of the assigned entities, including but not limited to:
• Reviewing vouchers, contracts, and payment documentation to ensure completeness and compliance with internal policies
• Organizing andmaintainingall relevant documentation tofacilitateproper booking by external tax advisors
• Preparing electronic payment transactions for operational expenses
• Responsible forthetimelypreparation of invoices, revenue collection, and support of dunning processesin collaboration with local teams.
• Ensure proper tax and commercial accounting treatment for daily operations, including payroll-related taxes, VAT, foreign contractor tax, corporate income tax, and other regulatory filings.
• Support the preparation and review of year-end financial statements for SSA entities in collaboration with external auditors and tax advisors
• Perform regular reconciliations and transaction reviews within the accounting system (Accounts IQand Xero)
• Perform quarterly intercompany reconciliations in collaboration with the HQ team
• Respond to ad-hoc requests and assignments from line managers as needed
• Actively contribute to the continuous improvement of accounting processes, including initiatives aimed at automation and digital transformation

 Foundational Objectives 

• Ensure Accuracy and Compliance in Financial Reporting
• Strengthen Operational Efficiency in Day-to-Day Accounting
• Support Effective Coordination with External Advisors and Auditors
• Drive Process Improvement and Digital Transformation

Your skills

Key skills to drive impact 

• Strong understanding of accounting principles (e.g., IFRS, local GAAP) to ensureaccuratebookkeeping,timelyreconciliations, and reliable financial reporting
• Ability toidentifydiscrepancies, analyze financial data, and ensure precision in processing transactions and preparing reports
• Working knowledge of local and regional tax regulations (e.g., VAT, payroll tax, foreign contractor tax, and corporate income tax) to ensure correct andtimelytax filings and compliance
• Effective verbal and written communication skills to coordinate with internal teams, external advisors, and auditors. Ability to explain financial matters clearly to non-financial stakeholders
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize deadlines (e.g., month-end close, statutory filings), andmaintainstructured documentation.
• Proactive inidentifyinginefficiencies and suggesting practical improvements to streamline operations and support automation initiatives
• High ethical standards and discretion in handling sensitive financial information

Your profile

• Accounting/FinanceDegree(mandatory)e.g.CPA/ACCA would be aplusfor the position
• At least threeyears of workingin a similar position.
• Excellent MS OfficeApplication.
• Fluent in English, our office language. 
• You are thoroughly organized and have an eye for detail.
• You are friendly with the idea of working remotelyand independently. 
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
• You are able totake full ownership, build andoptimizeprocesses and make sure that results are delivered on time.
• You are open to providing and receiving open and transparent feedback.
• Experience in an international company with multiple entities and intercompany transactions
• You are motivated to change the world and find our business model exciting

Why us?

• Work for the planet: help make a difference as we pioneer the energy transition in emerging markets
• Flexible working hours – we trust you to know how you work best
• Home office friendly – we don’t have any mandatory office days but we still like to be together and share some moments in the office #LI-Hybrid
• 30 days remote work
• 35 paid leave days per year
• 1.500 Euro annual professional development budget for all full time staff
• An open, diverse, and respectful company culture with a group of kind, international co-workers based in Berlin (Germany), Accra (Ghana), Nairobi (Kenya), San Jose (Costa Rica), Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam), Santiago (Chile) and Manila (Philippines)