Accountant

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