Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, April 15, 2021 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Introduction
Mayfair Insurance Company Rwanda Ltd is a General insurance company providing various general insurance products in Rwanda since May 2017. It is regulated by the National Bank of Rwanda and since inception the company has been on an upward trend, experiencing steady growth both on turnover and profitability. The Company is part of the network of Mayfair Insurance companies across the region (Kenya, Tanzania, Zambia, Rwanda and Uganda, and DRC).
The Head-office of Mayfair Insurance Company Rwanda Ltd is located in Makuza Peace Plaza, 2nd Floor.
Reports to: Finance Manager.
Supervises: Cashier, Assistant Accountant & other Clerical Staff
Job Purpose Statement
The Accountant will be responsible and accountable for keeping proper financial records of the company and the preparation of accurate financial reports. .

Key Responsibilities
• Prepare payments by verifying documentation, and requesting disbursements.
• Examining bank statements and reconciling them with general ledger entries.
• Prepare and file monthly statutory deductions (PAYE, RSSB, VAT, Maternity, etc.…).
• Examine the proficiency of the software programs used to organize data.
• Maintain accounting controls by preparing and recommending policies and procedures.
• Guide accounting clerical staff by coordinating activities and answering questions.
• Verify, allocate, post, and reconcile transactions.
• Produce error-free accounting reports and present their results.
• Provide technical support and advice on management.
• Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures.
• Participate in financial standards setting and in forecast process.
• Provide input into department's goal setting process.
• Work with internal and external audits in providing them with necessary information.
• Support month-end and year-end close process.
• Maintain customer confidence and protects operations by keeping financial information confidential.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
• Communicate effectively with clients.
• Contribute to a strong client relationship through positive interactions with client personnel.

Requirements for the Role:
Educational qualifications:
The Accountant must have:
• At least bachelor’s degree in, finance, accounting, economics, or related field;
• Having a professional qualification in CPA or ACCA is an added value.
Experience
• At least two (2) years working experience in an insurance company or related field
• Previous experience in the finance department of an insurance company will be an added value.

Technical skills:
• Strong knowledge in accounting and international financial reporting standard;
• Demonstrated skills in Rwandan tax laws and regulations;
• Excellent computer skills including word processing, Excel, and PowerPoint;
• Strong Analytical and Problem-solving skills;
• Thorough knowledge of General Ledger accounting and account reconciliation;
• Experience with accounting software;
• Highly detail Oriented;
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English and Kinyarwanda; basic French knowledge would be a plus;
• Ability to work independently with minimal close-support from a supervisor;
• Ability to work with a variety of personnel.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

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Job application procedure
Application letter addressed to the Managing Director of Mayfair Insurance Company Rwanda Ltd;
• Updated signed CV;
• Academic documents;
• Professional course progress report or certificate;
• Copy of national ID card/passport.
The application addressed to the Managing Director of Mayfair Insurance Company Rwanda Ltd shall be submitted at the head-office of Mayfair Insurance Company Rwanda Ltd located in the building Makuza Peace Plaza, 2nd Floor, by clicking on the link.

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