JOB ADVERTISEMENT
Position: Accountant
Reporting to: Chief Accountant
Company: Prime Economic Zones (PEZ)
Location: Kigali, Rwanda
ABOUT PEZ
Prime Economic Zones (PEZ) is a leading developer and operator of industrial and economic zones in Rwanda, playing a key role in driving the country’s industrialization agenda.
PEZ is seeking a detail-oriented and competent Accountant to support financial operations, ensure accuracy in financial reporting, and maintain compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulations.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Management accounts and Financial Reporting
- Support in the preparation of monthly, quarterly management accounts and year-end preparation of financial statements
- Support in the preparation of annual budgets and cash planning
- Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records.
2. Bank accounts and cashbook reconciliations
- Conduct the monthly Bank and cash book account reconciliations and ensure the month-end closure process is done.
3. Maintenance of Trial Balance and General Ledger Account
- Bookkeeping and documentation and ensure the financial records including general ledger, trial balance data are accurate and up-to-date.
- Perform account reconciliations of all ledger accounts, including banks, supplier, customer accounts, tax and payroll accounts.
- Monitor and resolve discrepancies in financial records.
4. Accounts Payable & Receivable
- Timely process the supplier, staff and other external parties account statements, invoices and ensure timely payments in line with the company policies and procedures
- Prepare and issue account statements and invoices to clients.
- Manage debtor accounts and process invoices and follow-up on outstanding balances.
- Monitor creditor accounts and follow up on timely payments
5. Budgeting and Forecasting
- Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts.
- Monitor budget performance and report variances.
6. Compliance and Taxation
- Ensure compliance with local tax laws and statutory requirements.
- Prepare and file tax returns (VAT, PAYE, corporate tax, and other applicable taxes.) in a timely manner.
- Ensure timely tax payments in compliance given deadlines
- Support audits by providing required documentation and explanations.
7. Internal Controls
- Implement and maintain internal control systems to safeguard company assets.
- Ensure adherence to company financial policies and procedures.
8. Payroll Support
- Assist in payroll processing and ensure accuracy of salary payments and statutory deductions.
9. Record Keeping and Documentation
- Maintain proper filing and documentation of all financial records.
- Ensure records are audit-ready at all times.
- Ensuring that all the cashbooks are updated on a regular basis. Posting should be done on daily basis
- Controlling the company petty cash
10. Maintenance of fixed Asset register
- Maintain company fixed asset register. The register must be maintained and updated at all times.
- Safeguarding the company assets/ resources from unauthorized use or theft and misappropriation
- Maintain Asset Movement schedule
- Keep all company resources including information pertaining to the company and not divulge company information pertaining to unauthorized parties
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or related field from recognized University. Having Master’s degree in related area is an added advantage.
- Professional Certification: Must hold a CPA (Rwanda, or foreign equivalent) or ACCA qualification
- Experience: A minimum of 5 years of practical experience in Auditing and/ or financial accounting work
- Knowledge & Skills: Strong proficiency in International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), Rwandan tax laws, and accounting software (e.g. QuickBooks, SAGE).
- Good presentation and communication skills
- Knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint is an added advantage
- Open minded and focused
- Possess high levels of Integrity, professional behavior and confidentiality
- Driven by excellence
How to apply
Applications should be submitted no later than 31st,March,2026. Please click on the “Apply” button to complete your application.