Accountant

Job Description

Under the supervision and guidance of Head of Finance & Administration, the Accountant will be Responsible of: Ensures that the accounting systems of the Institution comply with the accounting standards. Verifies the correctness of cash, general ledger account balance with balance carried forward; according to the month end cash collection and deposit report. Follows up the status of accounts receivables, and other collections and payables. Prepares the inventory for asset accounts in cooperation with the concerned departments. Reviews ledger accounts, track balances for correctness, prepares interim annual financial statements and closes books of accounts at the end of every fiscal period. Facilitates audit activities, submits financial reports in a timely manner and provides required data and information that may be required by auditors, implements auditor’s recommendations. Closes books of accounts, and prepares financial statements (income statement, balance sheets, etc.) and reports to various stakeholders (e.g. BNR) periodically. Reconciles accounts with debtor and creditors. Reconciles the interbranch and interbank accounts and investigation the causes for unbalanced accounts. Maintains share and member register. Checks and certifies correctness of payroll, travel allowances, per diems and related payments. Consolidates financial statements of branches. Processes banker’s cheque requests and transactions. Prepares the annual tax declaration. Perform any other tasks requested by Competent Authority.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• Possession of professional accounting certification: CAT, CPA, ACCA, CIFA is added advantage.
• Accounting certification would be added value.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in accounting.
• Advanced knowledge of related statutory and regulatory banking compliance regulations, accounting principles, and tax laws.
• Good skills in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and core banking software
• Good financial reporting skills.
• Good planning, organizational, analytical and decision-making skills.
• To be Rwandan
• Age limit: 40 Years
• Not to have been definitely sentenced to a term of imprisonment equal to or exceeding six (6) months;
• Not to have been dismissed from any other institution unless applicant is entitled to reinstatement under laws and regulations in force;
• Not have been involved in the bankruptcy of a financial institution;

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications via email: recruitment@coopecikirenga.rw not later on the 24th April, 2026. Only a single document (PDF Format) will be received and the E-mail subject should be the Applicant Names followed by a Position is applying for. Shortlisted candidates shall be contacted for the written test. For any inquiry don’t Hesitate to contact: 0788849113