PEAL is the largest producer of premium poultry meat in Rwanda, supplying across the board – from 5-star hotels, renowned restaurants, to local markets and our even own retail. The Company operates across several integrated verticals along the poultry value chain, which requires costings from each department to be linked to generate final costings and understand operational efficiencies.

Website: https://www.peal.rw

FINANCE MANAGER at Poultry East Africa Ltd (PEAL)

PEAL is the largest producer of premium poultry meat in Rwanda, supplying across the board – from 5-star hotels, renowned restaurants, to local markets and our even own retail. The Company operates across several integrated verticals along the poultry value chain, which requires costings from each department to be linked to generate final costings and understand operational efficiencies.

The role requires an experienced cost accountant/finance manager to manage the company’s day to day financial and operational needs. The candidate shall work with our bookkeeper and our auditors to ensure on-going reports as well as annual financial statements are produced in a timely and accurate manner.

The business is located in Mayange, Bugesera and the role will require the candidate to commute to site at least 3 times a week, depending on the requirements. Transport allowance will be provided and housing allowance will be provided if relocation is required.

The scope of work for this role includes, but is not limited to:

  • Cost accounting across the Company’s operational verticals
  • Preparation of weekly, monthly costing reports and quarterly, annual financial reports
  • Preparation of forecasting and budgeting reports
  • Oversee account reconciliation with bookkeeper
  • Initiation of outgoing payments with office admin
  • Monitoring of accounts receivables and management of bad debt
  • Ensuring the company is compliant with RRA regulations
  • Preparation of payroll and income tax returns
  • Ensuring checks and balances are enforced across financial operations
  • Conducting ad-hoc audits on cycle performances
  • Flagging of reporting irregularities to Managing Director
  • Facilitation of imports/payments/customs clearance
  • Managing the Company’s corporate secretarial and general admin with our legal advisor

Skills:

  • Fluency in English
  • At least 5 years work experience in accounting, finance or auditing
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
  • Experienced in using Xero
  • Intermediate-advanced level of Excel
  • Proficiency of Rwandan accounting standards as well as taxation laws
  • Previous experience in agriculture – livestock or manufacturing preferred

Deadline for applications: 12th July 2024

Start date: Immediately

To apply: Send your CV and cover letter to careers@peal.rw

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