By Bienvenudo.com
Wed, 21-May-2025, 12:54
Choplife IP is an African-owned holding company registered in Rwanda, focusing on investments in fintech, sports, music, and entertainment. We are currently operating across seven countries—including Ghana, Uganda, Tanzania, Ivory Coast, Republic of Benin, Rwanda, and Sierra Leone—Choplife IP’s diverse portfolio reflects its commitment to driving innovation and growth across various sectors. Choplife Gaming, a leading gaming brand and the foremost gaming franchise in Africa, manages its own operations in Ivory Coast and oversees live gaming franchises across six additional markets in East and West Africa, covering seven key regions.
We are currently seeking a highly qualified and motivated Financial Accountant to join our team at our Head Office in Kigali.
Title: Financial Accountant
Report to: Head of Finance
Based at: Kigali
Purpose:
This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, managing budgets and cash flow, and providing timely financial reports to support decision-making. The Financial Accountant plays a key role in maintaining financial discipline and supporting the company’s operational and strategic goals.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
Maintain general ledger accounts and reconcile financial discrepancies
Ensure compliance with local tax laws, filing obligations, and statutory reporting
Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis activities
Manage accounts payable and receivable functions
Liaise with auditors, tax authorities, and group finance as required
Taking care of tax preparation duties or liaising with external tax accountants for tax preparation
Implement and maintain internal financial controls and procedures
Collaborating with an executive team in establishing more effective processes and controls to ensure the integrity of a company’s ledger.
Monitor and manage daily cash positions across multiple bank accounts
Prepare and update rolling cash flow forecasts (daily, weekly, monthly)
Process and record payments, fund transfers, and intercompany transactions
Reconcile bank accounts and investigate discrepancies promptly
Liaise with banks regarding account maintenance, FX rates, and new product offerings
Ensure treasury transactions are compliant with internal controls and regulatory requirements, ensuring that an organization meets the necessary tax, permit and licensing requirements
Overseeing all financial control activities, including the review and analysis of monthly and quarterly numbers and disclosures
Providing external auditors with the necessary documentation and support
Must be able to work independently and achieve great results
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Certified Public Accountant (CPA Rwanda or equivalent) – preferred
Minimum 5–6 years of progressive experience in accounting roles
Solid understanding of Rwandan tax laws and IFRS
Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Xero)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and organizational abilities
Self-reliant and able to work independently.
Collaboration and ability to function as part of a team
Time management, planning and organizational skills
Results orientation/driven
CV Submission
A well-prepared application letter and CV are to be submitted to [email protected] . Please include “Financial Accountant” in the subject line.
Deadline for submission: Friday 26th May 2025
Done at Kigali, on 19th May 2025.
21-05-2025 9:21 AM to 21-05-2025 9:21 AM
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