Job Description

Posted 4 weeks ago

The Senior Accountant is responsible for managing and overseeing daily accounting operations, preparing financial reports, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and supporting audits and budgeting processes. This role involves supervising junior staff, analyzing financial data, and contributing to strategic financial planning.

Job Responsibilities:

Financial management and oversight

• Manage day-to-day financial operations to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data.
• Implement and maintain robust financial policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with local and national tax regulations and coordinate with external auditors for annual audits and tax filings.
• Oversee the audit process, addressing auditors’ queries promptly and implementing recommendations to strengthen internal controls.

Financial planning and analysis (FP&A)

• Conducting in-depth financial analysis to provide actionable insights for strategic decision-making.
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess financial health and support long-term planning.
• Collaborate with departments to create accurate forecasts and strategic recommendations.

Financial reporting

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Present clear and concise financial reports to senior management, highlighting trends and key insights.

Budgeting and forecasting

• Lead the annual budgeting process, working closely with departments to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
• Monitor budget performance and provide recommendations to optimize resource allocation.

Tax and compliance

• Ensure compliance with local and national tax regulations.
• Coordinate with external auditors for annual audits and tax filings, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.

Team Leadership

• Supervise and mentor a team of accountants, fostering professional development.
• Provide training and guidance to enhance team performance and ensure adherence to accounting standards.

Qualifications and Requirements:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, with a completed professional certification such as CPA, ACCA, or equivalent strongly preferred, or advanced progress toward such certification required.
2. Other relevant corporate finance certifications such as FMVA will be added advantage
3. Minimum of 3 years of proven experience as an Accountant in private, public or state-owned enterprises.
4. Thorough knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations, and compliance.
5. In-depth knowledge and practical experience in applying International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
6. Strong leadership and team management skills.
7. Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
8. Proficient in the use of accounting software (e.g., SAGE, QuickBooks, SAP).
9. Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
10. Familiarity with application of IFRSs
11. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other relevant financial tools.

How to apply

• Application letter addressed to the Chief Executive Officer of GAH Ltd.
• A copy of National Identity card (ID)
• A copy of the required Degree
• Curriculum Vitae with 3 reference persons and their contacts.
• The required working experience must be proven

The interested applicants shall submit all required documents, in PDF as single document via recruitment@gah.rw by not later than 19-06-2025 at 5:00 PM.

 NGARAMBE Aloysius

Chief Executive Officer

Gabiro Agri business Hub

Tagged as: Gabiro Agribusiness Hub (GAH) Limited

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