Senior Accountant

• Ntare Louisenlund School Careers
• Rwanda
• Adminstration and Finance

Who we are:

Ntare Louisenlund School (Rwanda) aspires to become the premier institution in Africa, dedicated to fostering excellence in education. Through the Rwanda plus-STEM program, the school aims to attract the finest talents in mathematics, computer science, natural sciences, and technology, serving as a catalyst for innovation, entrepreneurship, and future-shaping endeavors. Situated on a sprawling 60-hectare campus in Rwanda's Bugesera District, a brief forty-five-minute drive from Kigali, the school is designed to accommodate up to 1,000 boarding students.

Ntare Louisenlund School is committed to delivering an exceptional international education, empowering students to seek scholarships at the world's leading universities. The student body will comprise two halves, with a portion selected through a rigorous assessment and funded by appropriate scholarships (plus-STEM stream), and the remainder consisting of students from across Africa pursuing the IB Diploma with their families financing the education. Seeking candidacy as an IB World School, Ntare Louisenlund School plans to offer the IB Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme.

Operated and managed by Ntare Louisenlund CBC, in collaboration with Stiftung Louisenlund, a renowned institution with over 70 years of experience running a secondary boarding school in Germany, Ntare Louisenlund School strives for comparable excellence at both locations in Germany and Rwanda. A strategic partnership with the Rwandan government is envisioned to identify plus-STEM students eligible for government scholarships.

Your challenge and responsibilities:

The Senior Accountant is responsible for overseeing the school's financial operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with Rwandan regulations, and effective financial planning. This role involves managing accounting systems, supervising junior accounting staff, and providing financial insights to support the school's strategic decisions. This position will report to the Finance Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and budget discrepancies.
• Assist in preparing annual budgets and forecasts.

Accounting Operations

• Oversee general ledger functions and ensure accurate and timely close of accounts.
• Reconcile bank statements, accounts payable/receivable, and interdepartmental accounts.
• Ensure proper classification of income and expenses.

Compliance & Audit

• Ensure financial practices adhere to Rwandan regulations and school policies.
• Coordinate and support internal and external audits.
• Maintain proper documentation and records for audit readiness.

Asset & Inventory Management

• Track school assets, depreciation, and amortization schedules.
• Supervise inventory management and stock controls.

Your Profile:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA / ACCA certification is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of accounting experience, preferably in the education sector.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Dynamics 365 Business center).
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations and reporting standards.
• High level of integrity and attention to detail.

Key Skills:

• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High level of discretion and confidentiality.

We offer:

• An exceptional in-house professional development programme with travel opportunities for further professional development.
• Small learning groups.
• An extensive and diverse co-curricular programme and the possibility of taking part in or offering co-curricular experiences for students.
• Collaboration with an experienced, internationally recognized school in Germany.
• Various partnerships with external educational partners.
• A committed, dedicated, and team-oriented staff.
• An attractive compensation package based on your level of experience. All staff salaries are paid in Rwandan Francs. 

How to Apply:

Can you imagine working to help us design the school of the future? Then you should apply by June 13, 2025 to careers@ntare-louisenlund.org and share an updated CV, motivation letter and certified electronic copies of degrees and relevant certificates. CVs will be reviewed on a rolling basis and only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Please indicate in the subject line while applying as “Senior Accountant”.