Job Title: Senior Accountant
Company: Smart Retails Ltd
Location: KABC
Application Deadline: 05^th 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 05^th May 2025.

Smart Retails Ltd is anequal-opportunity employer.