Chief Accountant at COPEDU PLC

NOTICE OF RECRUITMENT

COPEDU PLC is a trading company engaged in savings and credits. Registered as a trading company with the Development Bank (RDB) on February 21, 2013, and licensed by the Central Bank of Rwanda (BNR) on March 13, 2014, COPEDU PLC operates as a microfinance institution in Rwanda.

COPEDU PLC invites all qualified and capable candidates to apply for the following vacant positions:

Chief Accountant

General Description:

Under the supervision of the Head of Finance Department, the Chief Accountant coordinates and supervises the Finance team in day-to-day activities. This role is responsible for the application of accounting and tax procedures and ensuring timely closing of accounts.

Task Descriptions:

• Align budget activities with the company's goals, mission, and objectives;
• Perform weekly bank account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies;
• Periodically produce financial statements;
• Ensure authorization and accurate recording of fixed asset acquisitions, disposals, and changes;
• Properly account for and use petty cash;
• Identify, verify, and regularly account for all tangible assets;
• Declare and pay all tax and social obligations;
• Manage receivable accounts effectively;
• Ensure timely revenue recognition;
• Work with auditors to correct accounting errors;
• Develop and monitor the cash flow plan;
• Participate in cost negotiations related to foreign exchange transactions;
• Process and code transactions in line with the approved chart of accounts;
• Ensure timely and proper closing of all accounts;
• Coordinate, supervise, and mentor department staff;
• Perform any other duties assigned by supervisors.

Requirements & Required Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Management.
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in Finance or Accounting in the banking sector.
• Strong analytical, management, and anticipation skills.
• Excellent proficiency in accounting and treasury software.
• Good interpersonal and team management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• High integrity and ethical standards.
• Detail-oriented and reliable in data production.
• Professional accounting qualification (CPA/ACCA) is an asset.

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should send a letter of employment application, detailed Curriculum Vitae including three reference persons, ID, and a copy of the notified degree to the email address hr-recruitment@copeduplc.rw no later than Tuesday, June 11, 2024. Only selected candidates will be contacted.

Done at Kigali on May 28th, 2024.

MUYANGO Raïssa

Managing Director