Senior Accountant at Ampersand Rwanda Ltd: (Deadline 3 March 2023)

Senior Accountant at Ampersand Rwanda Ltd: (Deadline 3 March 2023)

Do you want to do work that matters? Do you want to help improve the lives of some of the most hardworking people in Africa, while also reducing carbon emissions? Do you want to use your skills to advance Africa towards a zero-carbon future, not just to make a living? Ampersand is your answer.

About Ampersand

Ampersand has grown from a tiny, bootstrapped R&D garage project in 2018 into East Africa’s leading electric vehicle operation, with a team of over 200 staff drawn from diverse backgrounds and we plan to see all 5 million taxi motorbikes in East Africa electric by 2030. We are rapidly scaling our operations, and we are looking for innovative professionals who are passionate about clean energy and environmental impact to lead and contribute to our rapid growth.

About the role

The Senior Accountant will be responsible for maintaining the financial records of the organisation, including general ledger entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting. The Senior Accountant will also provide guidance and support to the accounting team.

As a young and fast-moving company, we need someone who is both comfortable meetings challenges head-on today and creating new systems and processes for the future, building up the AmperFam to be the best team on the planet.

This role will report directly to the Chief Accountant, your objectives will include the following:

• Ensuring that inventory transactions are recorded accurately and reconciling inventory accounts;
• Support the supply chain department in managing the physical inventory count process;
• Review and ensure accuracy of accounts payable, and accounts receivable processes;
• Manage accounting for all Fixed Assets and implement procedures to ensure all company assets are appropriately safeguarded and accurately accounted for;
• Manage the intercompany transactions and reconciliations;
• Prepare and review journal entries and general ledger reconciliations;
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes;
• Prepare and review local financial statements, group consolidation reports and other financial reports;
• Prepare monthly budget versus actual schedules and carry out variance analyses.
• Responsible for Rwanda tax documentation and timely filings and payments to meet RRA tax regulations and RRA requests.
• Ensure that all our financial practices align with statutory regulations and legislation.
• Review the tax returns and other regulatory reports.
• Manage and prepare required financial schedules and supporting documentation for external auditors, RRA and grants audits.
• Managing day-to-day financial transactions and issues
• Provide guidance and support to accounting team members.
• Perform ad hoc projects or tasks as requested by Chief Accountant, or CFO.

Ampersand is a good fit if ;

• You are ready to support people in a high-growth company
• You have meticulous attention to detail
• You are self-motivated and a quick learner
• You are motivated by seeing your teammates grow and develop
• You are looking for an entrepreneurial company that values innovation and strong execution
• You value diversity and community in the workplace

Minimum requirements

A strong work ethic, and the ability to manage shifting priorities and unforeseen challenges.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or a relevant field
• CPA/ACCA or equivalent is highly desirable
• Minimum of 5 years in financial accounting roles with demonstrable increasing responsibility
• Knowledge and competence in accounting principles (e.g., IFRS)
• Outstanding analytical and time management skills
• Knowledge of local financial and tax regulations, and accounting processes
• In-depth knowledge of MS Excel, and good MS Office skills in general (e.g., Word and Powerpoint)
• Strong communication skills, verbally and in writing; Professional fluency in English
• Great interpersonal skills; ability to relate with team members at all levels of the company
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with Xero and Dear Inventory is a plus, but not required
• Eligible to work in Rwanda
• Language: Fluency in English required

Timing

ASAP

Compensation:

A competitive compensation package commensurate with local market rates and experience including health insurance.

Job location

This role will be based in Kigali, Rwanda.

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