Summary
Date Posted: Friday, May 14, 2021 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Position: Part-time Accountant
Expected start date: July 1, 2021
Hours: 10-15 hours per month, retainer-based
Type of contract: Part-time contractor / consultant (non-staff position)
Length of contract: 6 months, inclusive of initial 2-month probationary period (possibility of renewal at end of contract)

Summary of the role:
The accountant will be responsible for supporting the Programs & Partnerships Manager with expert financial / budgetary tasks and advice, as needed. The primary purpose of this role is to provide expert review / support as requested by PCR, to ensure all financial documents and processes within the organization are sufficiently detailed, accurate, comprehensive and in line with relevant financial / tax rules and regulations.

Essential duties and responsibilities:
• Become familiar with PCR’s project activities and operations, to best support the Programs & Partnerships Manager with budget management and reconciliation on an ad hoc basis.
• Support the Programs & Partnerships Manager with preparing financial reports related to project budgets, operational expenditures and donor reporting, when needed.
• Develop and/or advise on user-friendly tools and procedures for financial accounting and reporting systems, as needed/requested.
• Manage the digital banking system for execution of online payments, etc., as and when needed.
• Advise on any relevant tax requirements/processes as defined by Rwandan tax laws relating to local NGOs.

Required competencies and skills:
• Prior work experience with an NGO in the Rwandan context is mandatory, minimum one year
• Degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration, preference ACCA or CPA
• High degree of accuracy and meticulous attention to detail
• High degree of proficiency with accounting and administration procedures
• Strong knowledge and understanding of the Rwandan tax system, particularly for Rwandan NGOs
• Fluency in English (both oral and written) and ability to communicate promptly, clearly and concisely
• Excellent time management and a high degree of professionalism are of extreme importance for this role
• Applicants who are registered to work in Rwanda with a valid TIN number will be given preference
• Compensation: This is a part-time support role that can be undertaken alongside other work assignments and consulting roles, upon prior discussion with PCR. Compensation consists of a monthly lump-sum retainer fee in Rwf, in line with approximate hours worked.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

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Job application procedure
Please send a detailed cover letter and an updated CV highlighting the most relevant areas of your prior experience (including at least three professional references to be contacted) by May 25th, 2021 to: clementine@paper-crown.org To learn more about our work, please visit www.paper-crown.org 

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