Accountant, Financial Reporting at RSSB: Deadline: 5 Jun 2025

Exciting Career Opportunity at the Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) – Accountant, Financial Reporting

Are you ready to embark on a transformational journey? We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking leader to join us as the Accountant, Financial Reporting. If you excel in financial analysis, thrive in dynamic environments, and are committed to driving innovation and transformation, this is the opportunity for you!

The Rwanda Social Security Board aspires to transform into a modern, high-performing institution committed to high standards of governance and the efficient and effective management of financial reporting. Join us in shaping the future of financial stewardship and contributing to our mission of excellence

The role offers a platform to enhance technical expertise in financial modeling, planning, and budgeting, and to stay current with evolving financial regulations and technologies. Additionally, it provides the chance to develop strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills, positioning the candidate as a valuable asset.

By performing these tasks, you will support strategic decision-making and strengthen the organization’s financial integrity and transparency. Your contributions will be essential in promoting the organization’s financial health and sustainability.

Reporting to the Senior Accountant, Financial Reporting, the role of Accountant, Financial Reporting is to perform accounts reconciliation and prepare financial reports.

About RSSB

The Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) has the mandate to manage and promote social security in Rwanda. RSSB’s vision is to provide a comprehensive social security system that caters to the diverse social security needs of the population, RSSB plays an important role in realizing Vision 2050 and the National Strategy for Transformation (NST1). RSSB manages six social security schemes, namely: Pension, Occupational Hazards, Medical scheme, CBHI, Maternity Leave Benefits and EjoHeza (Long-term Term Saving Scheme).

As a leading player in the financial sector, RSSB serves as the largest institutional investor in Rwanda. With assets under management amounting to 2.06 trillion Rwf , which is equivalent to over 15% of the country’s GDP, RSSB invests in key sectors of the economy and plays a crucial role in growing the country’s financial sector. With approximately 12 million members in the above six schemes, encompassing over 90% of Rwanda’s population, RSSB is at the forefront of securing the health and financial well-being of Rwandans.

To achieve its important mandate, RSSB is embarking on a transformative journey, aiming to become a modern, data-driven, and high-performing institution. As part of this ambitious initiative, we are seeking highly motivated individuals who are results-oriented and uphold the highest standards of professionalism and integrity. By joining RSSB, you will have the opportunity to actively contribute to the advancement of social security and overall transformation of Rwanda.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

1. Perform accounts reconciliation and timely submit reconciliations reports
2. Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, Change in Equity and notes,
3. Ensure that the Financial Statements are submitted in a timely manner, are accurate, and are compliant to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRSs) as well as any other specific regulatory requirements.
4. Assisting in responding to financial inquiries by management and other stakeholders by gathering, analyzing, summarizing, and interpreting data.
5. Coordinate and support internal and external audits, including preparing audit schedules, providing necessary documentation, and addressing audit inquiries.
6. Resolve any discrepancies identified during the audit and implement corrective actions as required.
7. Prepare schedules and working papers to assist with the preparation of audited financial statements.
8. Update job knowledge by keeping current with financial regulations and accepted practices
9. Perform any other duties related to the Financial Reporting and Analysis function as may be assigned from time to time

Key Qualifications and Experience

The successful candidate must have at least:

• Master’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration specializing in Finance or Accounting or any other relevant field

OR

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration specializing in Finance or Accounting, Commerce, or any other relevant field with at least 2 years’ experience
• Professional qualification such ACCA, CPA ….is an added value.

Key competencies

Technical Competencies:

1. The role holder should have strong knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and Accounting Skills
2. The incumbent must have strong Analytical and Financial Modeling skills
3. The job holder must have knowledge of Financial Sector Development and Regulatory Framework
4. The candidate should have knowledge of Taxation system and Financial Engineering
5. Proficiency in financial reporting software, Microsoft Excel, and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).

Behavioral Competencies:

1. Must demonstrate impeccable customer service focus, strategic thinking, and strong ethical background with an ability to resist and zero tolerance for corrupt, political and other undesirable influences;
2. Must be able to establish and maintain constructive and effective relationships with key stakeholders and staff alike;
3. Must be open to change and adapt established methods for new uses within the institution;