Senior Accountant || SODITRACO GROUP -Location: Kigali, Rwanda
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Organization: SODITRACO GROUP
Position Title: Senior Accountant
Reports to: Director of Administration and Finance
Location: Kigali, Rwanda
Application Deadline: 15th May 2025
Application Email: [email protected]
Purpose of the Role
To ensure accurate financial reporting, effective control over accounting processes, and compliance with relevant laws and internal policies across the group’s companies, using a computerized accounting system.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting
Prepare consolidated and individual financial statements in accordance with IFRS.
Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings.
Analyze financial performance and variances from budget or forecasts.
General Ledger Management
Oversee journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end closings.
Ensure timely and accurate posting of financial transactions.
Maintain the integrity of the chart of accounts across the group.
Group Consolidation
Coordinate the consolidation of financial statements for multiple entities.
Reconcile intercompany transactions and balances.
Manage multi-currency transactions and foreign exchange revaluations.
Compliance & Internal Controls
Ensure compliance with tax regulations, financial laws, and internal policies.
Support internal and external audit processes.
Develop and maintain effective internal control systems.
Accounts Payable & Receivable Oversight
Review AP/AR entries for accuracy and completeness.
Monitor vendor and customer account reconciliations.
System Utilization
Use the group’s computerized accounting system for all financial functions.
Generate financial reports using enterprise resource planning (ERP) tools.
Train and support junior staff in system usage.
Budgeting & Forecasting
Assist in the preparation of budgets and periodic forecasts.
Monitor actual performance against budget.
Team Collaboration
Supervise and mentor junior accounting staff.
Coordinate with departments across the group.
Candidate Profile
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
CPA qualification (at least advanced level) is a plus.
Experience:
Minimum of 5–7 years of accounting experience.
At least 3 years in a similar role within a group of companies.
Experience in consolidated financial reporting is essential.
Technical Skills:
Proficient in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks Enterprise).
Strong Microsoft Excel skills; experience with data analytics tools is a plus.
Solid understanding of IFRS and other accounting standards.
Soft Skills:
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines under pressure.
Application Requirements
Interested candidates should submit the following as one combined PDF document:
Cover letter
Detailed CV with at least three professional referees with their emails and phone number,
Academic credentials (Degree certificate and transcripts)
Any other relevant supporting documents
All applications must be submitted via email to: [email protected]
Deadline for submission: 15th May 2025
Done at Kigali, on 7th, May 2025
Mr. Celestin UWIMANA
Chief Executive Officer
Date and Timings:
10-05-2025 11:09 AM to 15-05-2025 11:09 PM
