Job Title: Senior Accountant
Company: Smart Retails Ltd
Location: KABC
Application Deadline: 05th May 2025
Email for Applications:arielle.pekombe@bcc.rw
Job Description
Smart Retails Ltd is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Accountant with strong financial management and auditing expertise to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will oversee accounting operations, ensure compliance, support strategic financial decision-making, and improving internal controls. This role requires excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of accounting principles.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Management:
- Prepare and analyze financial statements (daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual).
- Manage accounts payable/receivable, sales, expenditures, payroll, and general ledger entries.
- Regular reconciliation of the company’s bank statements, sales reports and bookkeeping ledgers.
- Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting to produce full set of Financial Reports monthly as per Company requirements.
Tax Compliance:
- Ensure the Company's Tax Returns and other compliance reports are processed, filed and paid in a timely manner.
Audit & Compliance:
- Lead internal and external audit processes, ensuring adherence to accounting standards (IFRS/GAAP).
- Manage internal and external audit for the company, ensuring auditors have all information and clarifications required to complete an accurate audit.
- Identify and mitigate financial risks through robust internal controls.
- Liaise with auditors and regulatory bodies to facilitate smooth audits.
Budgeting & Forecasting:
- Assist in budget preparation and financial forecasting.
- Monitor expenditures and provide cost-saving recommendations.
Process Improvement:
- Streamline accounting processes for efficiency and accuracy.
- Implement best practices in financial reporting and audit readiness.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA/ACCA preferred).
- Minimum 5+ years of experience in accounting, with at least 2 years in auditing.
- Proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks, SAP ERP, Odoo) and advanced Excel.
- Strong knowledge of IFRS, tax laws, and audit procedures.
- Excellent analytical, communication, time management and leadership skills.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their CV, cover letter, and academic certificates to arielle.pekombe@bcc.rw by 05th May 2025.
Smart Retails Ltd is anequal-opportunity employer.