Accounting - Finance Jobs at Akagera Game Lodge and other companies

Deadline of this Job: 17 September 2022
JOB DETAILS:
Overview
The Accountant is in charge of the day-to-day activities in regards to Accounting and related. The job incumbent insures accurate and timely submission of information to the Finance Manager, controls and banks all hotel money, ensures proper controls for cash handling, and brings any discrepancies to the attention of the Finance Manager. All work is carried out in accordance with hotel accounting and financial controls under the supervision and functional guidance of the Finance Manager, within the policies and procedures as outlined in line with hotel and corporate policies and guidelines, and the hotel’s business plan.

Tasks, Duties, And Responsibilities
In Charge Of Carrying Out The Daily Accounting Activities
• Files all General Ledger Reports
• Review departments requisitions
• Review stock requisitions
• Review payment vouchers
• Dealing with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of orders
• Payables accounts records & reconciliation
• Handle petty cash
• Timely cash & bank reconciliation
• Recording debtors invoices & payments in the accounting system
• Cross verification of guest payments (cash, Mobile money & credit card)
• Recording debtors' payments into Sage 200 Evolution$Taxes declaration (PAYE, VAT & RSSB, WHT,..) and regular analysis of tax accounts
• Proper filing of accounting documents
• Issues and receives all house floats in order to safeguard and control funds distributed to employees for hotel use
• Performs surprise float counts for Front Office & Restaurant on a regular basis
• Ensures the accuracy of the content of deposit envelopes
• Maintains own float at the statutory amount
• Reconciles and prepares the pension fund administration
• Ensures that correct deductions are made through payroll for advances, loans etc.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date employee payroll files
• Verifies that banquet room hire charges are correctly allocated for VAT purposes
• Completes the general cashier summary and post cash journal
• Verifies bank deposit slips against total deposits
• Checks foreign currency receipts against deposits
• Reports over and short deposits and investigates discrepancies, completing cashier over and short book to balance cash over and short with the General Ledger
• Reconciles and controls the operation of the hotel’s bank accounts
• Complies fully with the set financial reporting deadlines as outlined in and by the Financial Manager
• Facilitate the audits
Laws, Regulations, And Policies
• Follows all applicable laws relating to general accounting practices and tax regulations
• Follows all guidelines and deadlines
Health And Safety
• Ensures that all cash is secure at all times
• Ensures that guest details and accounting information are not disclosed inappropriately
• Maintains high confidentiality in regards to guest privacy and employee confidentiality
• Reports any suspicious behavior of employees to the Financial Manager and Security
• Ensures that all potential and real hazards are reported appropriately immediately
• Fully understands the hotel’s fire, emergency, and bomb procedures
• Follows emergency procedures to provide for the security and safety of guests and employees
• Supports a safe hotel by applying hotel regulations, and adhering to existing laws and regulations
• Maintains the highest standards of personal hygiene, dress, uniform, appearance, body language and conduct
• Responsible Business: show involvement and be interested in environmental and/or social issues by participating in Responsible Business hotel and departmental activities
Miscellaneous
• Works closely and proactively with all Departments
• Ensures familiarity with in-house facilities to assist guests and promote sales
• Informs and updates the Financial Manager on problems and unusual matters
• Attends meetings and training required by the Financial Manager
• Assists colleagues when needed
• Ensures guest satisfaction by performing duties such as attending to their requests and inquiries courteously and promptly
• Accepts flexible working schedule when necessary for the hotel’s uninterrupted service to always be updated on:
• Special promotions
• Marketing promotions
• Laws relating to own field of responsibility
• Performs required duties and responsibilities in a timely and efficient manner to achieve the overall objective of the position
• Maintains a favorable working relationship with employees and colleagues to promote a cooperative and harmonious working climate

Required qualifications & experience
• Computer Skills
• Proven experience with SAGE 200 Evolution Accounting system
• Proficient in the use of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and email

Experience
• At least 1-year of experience as a Hotel accountant
• Minimum 3 years work experience in accounting
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from a recognized university
• Ongoing CPA (Added Value)
Numeracy
• Must be able to do accounting and mathematical calculations
Language
• Proficiency in English is a prerequisite
• Must be able to communicate verbally in English for the purposes of communicating with guests and management.


Deadline of this Job: 23 September 2022
JOB DETAILS:
Overview
Horizon Construction is Rwanda’s leading local construction company that focuses on infrastructure development. This includes: road construction, housing, energy and water resources Horizon Construction has an established track record of successful completion of quality civil engineering projects across Rwanda.
The Financial Reporting and Tax accountant reports directly to the Chief Finance Officer

Major responsibilities
• Performs a variety of accounting tasks including but not limited to preparing journal entries, reconciling various balance sheet accounts
• Processing and reconciling interfacing sub-systems to the general ledger, and preparing work papers and internal schedule based on financial results
• Responsible for internal and external reporting
• Providing support for the quarterly earnings release process
• Interaction with business unit controllers departments, , other Corporate departments
• Participating in special projects as may arise
• Working with external auditors on quarterly reviews and year-end audit
• Control and validate company expense allocations
• Develop, implement, modify and document recordkeeping and accounting systems, making use of appropriate computer technology.
• Review accounting entries to ensure its completeness and accuracy
• Recording all payment transactions, depreciation, Provisions and other adjustments.
• Maintaining prepayment schedules and ensure their reconciliation with accounts.
• Reconciling fixed assets register and accounts, monthly depreciation.
• Ensure the accuracy, compliance of tax payments and booking tax transactions.
• Working with external auditors to perform their audit assignment.
• Production of Management accounts

Academic Qualification and required experience:
• University degree degree in Finance, Accounting / any other related field or ongoing ACCA
• A minimum of 2 years of relevant working experience in the area of finance or accounting
• Following accounting professional course (CPA, ACCA)
• Good organizational skills
• Good reporting skills
• Have an excellent MS Office skills (Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Ability to organize work independently in an effective manner
• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy confidentiality concerning financial
• Knowledge of computer applications and basic financial accounting
• Good knowledge of English.


Deadline of this Job: 26 September 2022
JOB DETAILS:
Background
Prime Insurance Limited is an insurance company, established in 1995 by Rwandan investors, a licensed general and life insurance company authorized by the National Bank of Rwanda (BNR).
The Company is seeking to recruit a highly skilled, self- motivated, and experienced person to fill the following post:

2. Key roles & responsibilities
Under the supervision of Chief Executive Officer and the Risk Management, Ethics, and Compliance Committee the Risk & Compliance Senior Officer shall have the following key roles and responsibilities:
• Use suitable processes and tools for identifying, assessing, monitoring, managing, and reporting on risks;
• Regular reviews of the risk management system and implementation of corrective or additional measures if necessary;
• Evaluate the company’s capacity to absorb risk given the nature, probability, and impact of identified risks;
• Identify and manage risks arising from the internal and external environments;
• Develop a risk register and put in place a management measure to mitigate those risks identified;
• Identify, assess, monitor, and control foreseeable material risks at both an individual and aggregate level;
• Communicate to the management and Board of Directors the probability, impact and time horizon of such risks identified;
• Maintain an aggregate view of the company’s risk profile;
• Assess the key compliance risks and steps being taken to address them;
• Assess how various business units or departments are performing against compliance standards;
• Identify compliance issues involving management or persons with key responsibilities within the insurer;
• Follow up on material instances of non-compliance and any associated investigations;
• Follow up on fines or disciplinary actions taken by the Central Bank or any other regulatory authority in respect of the insurer or any employee.

3. Required Skills & Qualities
• Excellent Organizational Skills
• Proficient Communication Skills
• Effective Problem-solving
• Assessment & Interpretation
• Critical Thinking Ability
• Creativity
• Integrity
• Strong People Skills
• Up-to-date Knowledge of Business technology and IT
• Sound Understanding of Regulatory Guidelines and other Policies
• Fluent in English, French, and Kinyarwanda.
• Rwandan Nationals of age between 30-50 years are the only eligible Candidates.

4. Education & Experience
• Bachelor's degree in risk management, actuarial science, finance, accounting, economics, or related field with;
• Having completed CPA;
• A minimum of consecutive four (4) years working in risk management in insurance or reinsurance companies or similar institutions of which two (2) have been passed in managerial position.