Accountant and Administrative Manager Job in Kigali, Rwanda

Nuru Energy is a for-profit social enterprise that provides clean and affordable off-grid lighting to households without electricity. We have established operations in Rwanda, and we are opening up offices in Kenya and Uganda.

We seek a qualified candidate to handle our bookkeeping and accounting responsibilities in Rwanda, while assisting our COO in office administration. This position is an excellent opportunity for candidates to work for a fast growing company while obtaining regional work experience.

The candidate would be based in Kigali, Rwanda and would report directly to the COO and CFO.

Nuru Energy offers comprehensive health insurance, paid annual home leave (airplane tickets to and from Rwanda to Nairobi), and a competitive salary.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities
  • Bookkeeping- Enter all transactions in Quickbooks
  • Bookkeeping- Organize and file all transactions
  • Keep up-to-date on all Tax Laws and all Tax changes
  • Submit VAT, PAYE, CSR, and Annual Corporate Tax returns
  • Submit monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts to the Board of Directors
  • Develop quarterly budgets
  • Generate reports on budget versus actual expenditures
  • Follow up and clear export and transit entries
  • Lodge and follow up withholding tax and VAT refund claims
  • Ensure correct procedures and documentation are submitted for importation and exportation of products and equipment
  • Do all Tax reconciliations
  • Do all bank reconciliations
  • Do deferred tax computations and reconciliation
  • Be able to update the Management on existing and new Tax regulations
  • Ensure adherence to Rwanda Revenue Authority Tax Regulations and requirements
  • Liaise with clearing agents and RRA on the importation and exportation of products
  • Be able to manage external Audits (both annual and from RRA)
  • Assist the COO/Country Manager in office administration
  • Find pro forma price quotes
  • Raise purchase orders and invoices
  • Fulfill ad hoc miscellaneous responsibilities as assigned by the country manager/COO
Qualifications & Competences
  • A University Degree in Business Accounting or Commerce
  • ACCA/CPA qualifications
  • At least 2 years working experience in Tax environment in a medium to large company dealing with corporate taxes and custom taxes
  • Thorough knowledge of Quickbooks, Word, and Excel
  • In-depth knowledge of Customs Tax, VAT, PAYE, Income Tax, and East Africa Community Customs Management Acts
  • Proactive forward thinking on analyzing Tax Laws and Tax changes and their effects on the organization
  • Ability to research concepts and Tax applications effectively
  • Ability to advise the organization on Tax effects of all initiatives and projects
  • Ability to handle Corporate Tax issues, Deferred Tax, wear and tear computations
  • Excellent attention to detail, accuracy and proper documentation
  • Good presentation skills
  • Confidentiality and high integrity
  • Ability to work with minimum Supervision
  • Excellent communication skills at all levels, both internally and externally
  • Good business acumen, proficiency in accounting, Interpersonal skills
  • Time management to meet deadlines for lodging transactions
If you meet the above requirements, forward your CV (with contacts for references) and daytime contacts to hsloan@nurulight.com.

All applications must be submitted by Friday, July 29th.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Interviews will be conducted in Nairobi on Wednesday, August 3rd."

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