Vacancy title:
Accountant and Tax Compliance Officer

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Consulting, Category: Accounting & Finance, Business Operations]

Jobs at:
Praeta Consult Ltd

Deadline of this Job:
Sunday, May 10 2026

Duty Station:
Kigali, Rwanda | Kigali

Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, May 6 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

About Praeta Consult Ltd

Praeta Consult Ltd is a modern business facilitation platform helping local and international entrepreneurs start, manage, and stay compliant with their business operations in Rwanda. We are building a tech-enabled advisory model and are looking for a CPA who will be the financial backbone of our operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage client accounting files and prepare/review monthly and annual financial statements.
• Oversee all tax compliance: CIT, VAT/TPR, PAYE, WHT — filing via RRA e-portal.
• Design and maintain accounting and tax workflow templates for the platform.
• Handle Praeta Consult's own internal accounts, payroll, and statutory filings.
• Collaborate with the technology team on financial data structures and integrations.
• Establish internal controls, SOPs, and quality standards for all financial outputs.

Candidate Profile

• CPA Rwanda (or ICPAR-recognised equivalent) with active ICPAR membership — mandatory.
• Strong, demonstrable knowledge of Rwandan tax law and RRA e-filing procedures.
• Practical experience with financial statements and multi-client tax compliance.
• Comfortable managing multiple client files and working with digital tools.
• High ethical standards, structured thinker, and zero-tolerance for filing errors.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package aligned with qualifications and experience.
• A front-row seat in building a new tech-enabled business advisory platform in Rwanda.
• Direct collaboration with the founding team and leadership.
• Growth path towards a senior finance or CFO-level role as the Company scales.
• Professional development support including ICPAR CPD activities.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: professional certificate

Job application procedure
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Send the following documents 

• Updated CV (maximum 3 pages)
• Cover letter focused on your tax and compliance experience (maximum 1 page)
• Proof of active CPA qualification and ICPAR membership

Subject line: "Application – Accountant & Tax Compliance Officer (CPA)"

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Tuesday, 10 May 2026 | Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Praeta Consult Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of gender, nationality, or background.

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