Job Title: Accountant

Reports to: Finance Officer

Contract Duration: One year with the possibility of renewal

Job Overview: The King Faisal Hospital Rwanda Foundation, one of the largest healthcare facilities in Rwanda, is embarking on a significant expansion project aimed at increasing its bed capacity from 160 to over 600. This project aims enhancing surgical and medical subspecialties, including upgrades the oncology department and introduction of expanded services in critical care, accident and emergency services, cardiology, cardiothoracic surgery, and orthopedic surgery.

Position Summary: We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Accountant to manage the financial operations of the KFHRF. This role is crucial in supporting our daily financial transactions and the hospital’s expansion project while ensuring the integrity of financial reporting and compliance with regulatory standards. The accountant will report directly to the Finance Officer and collaborate closely with the finance team, KFHRF anf KFH staff, Auditors and other external partners.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure all transactions are recorded in QuickBooks.
• Process supplier invoices and manage payments, prioritizing financial operations related to the hospital's expansion projects.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and reports for review to the Finance Officer.
• Assist in the preparation and monitoring of the annual budget, focusing on funding allocations for expansion initiatives.
• Monitor cash flow to ensure sufficient liquidity for operational needs, particularly in relation to the expansion projects.
• Conduct monthly bank reconciliations and manage transactions related to organizational payments.
• Assist the Finance Officer with monthly employee tax declarations, ensuring compliance with Rwandan tax regulations.
• Stay updated on tax policies and maintain accurate records for all tax obligations.
• Should be familiar with the tax exemption rules and regulations
• Assist with external audits by preparing necessary documentation and implementing any recommendations to improve financial processes.
• Ensure financial practices align with local regulatory requirements and the foundation's policies.
• Work closely with the Finance Manager to align financial activities with organizational goals, especially those related to expansion.
• Support the finance team with administrative tasks and other duties as needed.

Qualifications & Experience

• Academic qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of accounting and bookkeeping experience, ideally in a non-profit environment.
• CPA certification is required
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and strong skills in Microsoft Excel.
• Familiar with grant management and financial reporting for non-Governmental organizations.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Fluent in English and Kinyarwanda.

Interested candidates should submit all required documents Via this link Via this link by Sunday, December 08, 2024 at 23:59 CAT.  Questions can be directed to hr@kfhrf.org.