Description
Accounts Assistant at Shagasha Tea Company: (Deadline
13-07-2026)
JOB OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT
Date: July 07, 2026
Shagasha Tea Company Ltd is one of Rwanda’s
leading tea producers, located in the lush and fertile highlands of Rusizi
District, Western Province. The company is dedicated to the cultivation,
processing, and marketing of high-quality tea for both local and international
markets, is seeking to recruit dynamic, self-motivated, and qualified
individuals to fill the following vacant position:
Title: Accounts Assistant
Division/Department: Finance
Reports To: Factory Accountant dotted to CFO
Supervises: None
Overall Responsibility
Support the efficient financial management of the tea
factory by maintaining accurate accounting records, ensuring compliance with
financial policies and procedures, supporting cost control initiatives, and
providing timely financial information that enhances decision-making across tea
production, processing, procurement, and field operations.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintain
accurate and up-to-date accounting records in accordance with approved
accounting policies, financial regulations, and statutory
requirements.
- Assist
in preparing, monitoring, and controlling factory budgets to ensure
efficient utilization of financial resources.
- Analyze
factory revenues, expenditures, and operational costs, providing timely
reports and recommendations for improved financial performance.
- Prepare
and process staff advances, reimbursements, and other payments for factory
and field operations in accordance with approved procedures.
- Reconcile
cash books, bank accounts, general ledger accounts, supplier accounts, and
other financial records to ensure completeness and accuracy.
- Verify,
process, and monitor procurement transactions to ensure purchases are
properly authorized, accurately recorded, and comply with company
policies.
- Review
and authorize stores requisitions within delegated authority while
ensuring adequate accountability and proper utilization of factory
materials and supplies.
- Support
effective inventory management by reconciling stores records with
accounting records and participating in periodic stock counts and stock
reconciliations.
- Support
compliance with company financial policies, audit requirements, and
regulatory standards.
- Verify
payment vouchers and supporting documentation before processing to ensure
completeness, accuracy, and compliance with approval limits.
- Assist
internal and external auditors by providing accurate financial information
and supporting documentation as required.
- Ensure
compliance with tax regulations and statutory reporting requirements
applicable to factory operations.
- Promote
sound financial stewardship and continuous improvement in accounting
processes within the tea factory.
- Observe
and comply with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS), environmental
management, and company policies applicable to tea manufacturing
operations.
- Report
any food safety concerns, hazards, or non-conformities to the Food Safety
Team Leader in accordance with the factory's Food Safety Management System
(FSMS).
- Report
any changes or incidents that may affect food safety, product quality, or
regulatory compliance.
- Perform
any other duties assigned by the Factory Accountant or Management in
support of factory operations.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Accuracy
and completeness of financial records.
- Timely
preparation and submission of financial reports. Budget compliance and
effective expenditure control.
- Timely
reconciliation of bank, cash, supplier, and ledger accounts.
- Compliance
with company financial policies and statutory requirements.
- Effectiveness
of inventory and stores control.
- Timely
processing of payments and staff advances.
- compliance
with both internal and external audits.
- Support
for efficient tea production through reliable financial information.
- Compliance
with Occupational Health, Safety, Environmental, and Food Safety
Management Systems.
Qualifications and Experience
Education
- Bachelor’s
degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field from a recognized
institution.
Professional Qualifications
- CPA
Part II or equivalent professional accounting qualification is an added
advantage.
Experience
- At
least 2 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in a
manufacturing, Agro-processing, or tea factory environment.
Knowledge and Skills
- Sound
knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
- Understanding
of manufacturing and tea production costing.
- Knowledge
of inventory and stores management.
- Familiarity
with accounting software and ERP systems.
- Strong
analytical and numerical skills.
- High
level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Good
communication and report-writing skills.
- Proficiency
in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability
to work under pressure and meet strict reporting deadlines.
- Integrity,
confidentiality, and professional ethics.
- Good
teamwork and interpersonal skills.
Core Competencies
- Financial
Analysis and Reporting
- Cost
Accounting
- Inventory
and Stores Control
- Internal
Controls and Compliance
- Problem
Solving and Analytical Thinking
- Planning
and Organization
- Accountability
and Integrity
- Continuous
Improvement
- Customer
Service and Teamwork
How to Apply:
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their
applications in one PDF document addressed to the Managing
Director, Shagasha Tea Company Ltd, by email to: recruitment@shagashateas.com
Deadline for application is not later than July
13, 2026, at 5:00 PM
Application documents must include:
- A
signed application letter
- Curriculum
Vitae (CV) with at least three referees
- Copy
of academic certificates
- Any
other relevant supporting documents
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Done at Shagasha on 07/07/2026
Managing Director/Shagasha Tea Company
Post a Comment