Job Position of Chief Accountant at COPEDU PLC | Kigali (Deadline: 11-06-2024)

NOTICE OF RECRUITMENT

COPEDU PLC is a trading company engaged in savings and credits. Registered as a trading company with the Development Bank (RDB) on February 21, 2013, and licensed by the Central Bank of Rwanda (BNR) on March 13, 2014, COPEDU PLC operates as a microfinance institution in Rwanda.

COPEDU PLC invites all qualified and capable candidates to apply for the following vacant positions:

Chief Accountant

General Description:

Under the supervision of the Head of Finance Department, the Chief Accountant coordinates and supervises the Finance team in day-to-day activities. This role is responsible for the application of accounting and tax procedures and ensuring timely closing of accounts.

Task Descriptions:

Align budget activities with the company’s goals, mission, and objectives;

Perform weekly bank account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies;

Periodically produce financial statements;

Ensure authorization and accurate recording of fixed asset acquisitions, disposals, and changes;

Properly account for and use petty cash;

Identify, verify, and regularly account for all tangible assets;

Declare and pay all tax and social obligations;

Manage receivable accounts effectively;

Ensure timely revenue recognition;

Work with auditors to correct accounting errors;

Develop and monitor the cash flow plan;

Participate in cost negotiations related to foreign exchange transactions;

Process and code transactions in line with the approved chart of accounts;

Ensure timely and proper closing of all accounts;

Coordinate, supervise, and mentor department staff;

Perform any other duties assigned by supervisors.

Requirements & Required Skills:

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Management.

Minimum of 4 years’ experience in Finance or Accounting in the banking sector.

Strong analytical, management, and anticipation skills.

Excellent proficiency in accounting and treasury software.

Good interpersonal and team management skills.

Ability to work under pressure.

High integrity and ethical standards.

Detail-oriented and reliable in data production.

Professional accounting qualification (CPA/ACCA) is an asset.

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should send a letter of employment application, detailed Curriculum Vitae including three reference persons, ID, and a copy of the notified degree to the email address hr-recruitment@copeduplc.rw no later than Tuesday, June 11, 2024. Only selected candidates will be contacted.

Done at Kigali on May 28th, 2024.

MUYANGO Raïssa

Managing Director

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