FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT

Company: Capitalist SL Rwanda

Location: Kigali, Rwanda

Salary: 200,000 – 400,000 RWF

Employment Type: Full-time

About the Company

Capitalist SL Rwanda is an international freight forwarding, supply, and logistics company headquartered in Kigali. The company specializes in air and sea freight, customs clearance, product sourcing, and supply chain coordination.

Capitalist SL Rwanda connects businesses and customers in Rwanda and the DRC, including Goma and Bukavu, with international markets such as China, Dubai, Turkey, India, Egypt, and Malaysia.

About the Role

The Financial Accountant & Company Secretary will oversee the company's financial records, accounting operations, tax obligations, and company secretarial activities.

The successful candidate will help ensure that the company's finances are properly managed, statutory requirements are met, official documents are maintained, and administrative activities are completed accurately and on time.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting and Financial Management

• Maintain complete and accurate financial records covering company income, expenses, payments, and other transactions.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash-flow reports.
• Process invoices, receipts, payments, and disbursements for both local and international transactions.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable and follow up on unpaid customer invoices and outstanding balances.
• Assist in preparing and monitoring the company budget and report significant differences between planned and actual expenditure to management.
• Manage petty cash, staff allowances, and general office expenses.
• Ensure financial records are properly organized and available when required.

Tax, Compliance and Customs

• Prepare and submit required tax declarations to the Rwanda Revenue Authority (RRA), including VAT, PAYE, corporate income tax, and withholding tax.
• Work with RRA, customs brokers, and clearing agents to support compliant and timely cargo clearance and tax-related processes.
• Ensure the company meets applicable Rwandan tax, registration, and legal requirements.
• Monitor developments in Rwandan tax regulations and inform management about relevant changes and their potential impact.
• Support the company in maintaining accurate financial and statutory compliance records.

Company Secretarial and HR Administration

• Maintain and organize important company records, including certificates, licenses, contracts, agreements, and official correspondence.
• Monitor renewal dates for company registrations, trade licenses, and other statutory requirements to prevent expired documents.
• Support the Country Manager with RDB submissions, regulatory filings, and other official documentation.
• Prepare contracts, Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs), official letters, and related documents when requested by management.
• Support HR administration, including maintaining employee records, processing payroll, monitoring leave, and organizing employment contracts.

Requirements and Qualifications

Applicants should have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA-Rwanda (CPA-R) qualification is a strong advantage.
• At least 6 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of Rwandan tax legislation, RRA requirements, and financial compliance.
• Good knowledge of accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, or equivalent systems.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Minimum age: 25 years.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work reliably and meet strict financial reporting and compliance deadlines.

Benefits

The successful candidate may receive:

• Company-branded uniform.
• Professional business cards.
• Communication equipment, including a mobile phone and noise-cancellation headset.
• Direct mentorship from senior management in an international trading and logistics environment.
• Opportunities for professional development, salary review, and contract renewal based on performance.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should apply according to the company's official recruitment instructions.

Location: Kigali, Rwanda

Salary: 200,000 – 400,000 RWF