Job Description
Designation: Accountant
Department: Finance
Immediate Manager: Financial Controller
Dotted Line Manager: Country Manager
Direct Reports: N/A
Critical Relationships: CFO, Finance Manager KE, HODs
Overall Purpose
The accountant will lead the day-to-day accounting and financial activities. The job holder is responsible for maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records in compliance with regulatory standards, budget planning, and supporting the executive management team by offering financial insights and advice to facilitate business decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
- Financial Management (30%)
- Ensure financial compliance with organizational policies and local regulatory frameworks.
- Support the budgeting process by orienting staff on budget instructions and templates and consolidating submitted financial plans for management review.
- Prepare proposal budgets.
- Track the budget to ensure variances are minimal.
- Ensure full accountability in the use of company funds.
- Ensure 100% compliance with organizational policies and regulatory frameworks.
- Monitor and control country cash flow requirements and cash security to ensure smooth operations.
- Provide monthly financial status reports, including variance analysis and recommendations.
- Support staff in effectively managing their budgets through training sessions.
- Prepare timely financial reports and manage the cash request process.
- Manage insurance, permits, and licenses across the market.
- Maintain accounting policies and procedures.
- Accounting Functions (50%)
- Post entries into the accounting system.
- Maintain good banking relationships.
- Manage bank accounts to ensure resources are always available for operations.
- Ensure financial records are up to date, accurately captured, and properly coded.
- Conduct regular audits and spot checks.
- Ensure the company has the required funds for operations.
- Prepare bank reconciliations on time.
- Manage procurement activities within approved budget plans, including supplier onboarding and compliance with procurement procedures.
- Enforce data backup processes and procedures for all financial information.
- Reconcile the manual fixed asset register with the accounting system.
- Oversee financial operations for field (sales and other budgeted activities) ensuring complete compliance.
- Manage petty cash across the markets, reconcile, file, and serialize petty cash vouchers.
- Auditing and Reporting (20%)
- Submit timely and accurate periodic financial reports.
- Collect, track, analyze, and report overall results, including trends and financial performance.
- Coordinate with external and internal auditors for smooth quarterly and annual audits.
- Provide auditors with access to financial records, reports, and other relevant documentation.
- Implement corrective actions based on audit findings.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and accounting standards.
- Improve internal controls and operational efficiency.
Competencies
Analyzing
- Analyze numerical and verbal data.
- Identify patterns, relationships, and broader systems within information.
Working with People
- Probe for further information and understanding of issues.
- Make rational judgments based on available data.
- Provide workable solutions to problems.
- Demonstrate interest in and understanding of others.
- Listen, consult, and communicate proactively.
- Show support and care for others.
- Develop and communicate self-insight openly.
Adhering to Principles & Values
- Uphold ethics and values.
- Demonstrate integrity and confidentiality in all financial matters.
- Promote equal opportunities and build diverse teams.
- Encourage responsibility towards the community and environment.
Role-Specific Skills & Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related discipline
- CPA Certificate is a Plus
Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in financial software packages such as Microsoft Dynamics, Sage, ERP and QuickBooks.
- Strong understanding of financial regulatory frameworks.
- Strong Knowledge of Tax laws in Rwanda
Industry Experience:
- Minimum of 5 years of practical experience in a similar role.
Personal Skills:
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
Technology Skills:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Language Skills:
- Fluent in English (written and spoken).
Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit ONLY their C.V. and an application letter by Wednesday, 9th April 2025 via the apply button. Certificates and testimonials need NOT be attached.
*Due to the volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted*
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