Accountant & Tax Compliance Officer

About Praeta Consult Ltd

Praeta Consult Ltd is a modern business facilitation platform helping local and international entrepreneurs start, manage, and stay compliant with their business operations in Rwanda. We are building a tech-enabled advisory model and are looking for a CPA who will be the financial backbone of our operations.

Position Details

• Location: Kigali, Rwanda
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Reports to: CEO / Managing Director

Key Responsibilities

• Manage client accounting files and prepare/review monthly and annual financial statements
• Oversee all tax compliance activities including CIT, VAT/TPR, PAYE, and WHT filing via RRA e-portal
• Design and maintain accounting and tax workflow templates for the platform
• Handle Praeta Consult's own internal accounts, payroll, and statutory filings
• Collaborate with the technology team on financial data structures and integrations
• Establish internal controls, standard operating procedures, and quality standards for all financial outputs

Required Qualifications

• CPA Rwanda certification or ICPAR-recognised equivalent with active ICPAR membership (mandatory)
• Strong, demonstrable knowledge of Rwandan tax law and RRA e-filing procedures
• Practical experience with financial statements and multi-client tax compliance
• Proficiency with digital tools and ability to manage multiple client files simultaneously
• High ethical standards, structured thinking approach, and zero-tolerance for filing errors

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package aligned with qualifications and experience
• Front-row seat in building a new tech-enabled business advisory platform in Rwanda
• Direct collaboration with the founding team and leadership
• Growth path towards a senior finance or CFO-level role as the company scales
• Professional development support