TERMS OF REFERENCE

TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR THE RECRUITMENT OF AN ACCOUNTANT FOR HORIZON EDUCATION INVESTMENT Ltd (HEI Ltd)

1. Introduction

Horizon Education Investment Ltd is a Private Company Limited by Share;

It is constituted for an unlimited period; and its head office is established in Kigali, Kigali City, Gasabo District, Kinyinya Sector.

Its purpose is to carry out all commercial, financial, industrial, movable or immovable transactions relating directly or indirectly to the promotion of education in Rwanda.

It may also be interested, in Rwanda as well as abroad, by way of contribution, merger, subscription or in any other way, in all companies, associations or companies having a similar, analogous or related object, or conducive to the development of society.

It will mainly focus on the following points:

• Contribution to the promotion of the quality of Education through the establishment of appropriate infrastructure,
• Creation and management of private schools: Nursery, Primary, Secondary, Technical and Vocational and Higher Education.
• Contribution to cultural, civic and sports education aimed at promoting socio-professional development.

In order to support the management team of the Company Horizon Education Investment Ltd, it is planned to recruit an Accountant of the Company.

These Terms of Reference are intended to determine all the characteristics of the position.

2. Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the General Manager of the Company, the Accountant of Horizon Education Investment Ltd will be responsible for:

 (a) Finance and accounting

• Receive, verify compliance and classify invoices, prepare various payments for activities and staff payrolls; 
• Ensure and maintain the management of the Company’s cash and the buffer fund for missions, workshops, meetings and seminars;
• Prepare the minutes of the expenses of the activities (missions, workshops, meetings and seminars);
• Prepare and pay taxes, levies, TPR and social security contributions.
• Establish financial reports at the end of the accounting year;
• Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements of the Company;
• Advise the Company on accounting, tax, procurement, contract management procedures and ensure the performance of the internal control system. 

(b) Administration and Logistics  

• Contribute to the administrative management of purchases of goods and services and equipment of the Company;
•  Manage the Company’s supplies and stock of supplies;
•  Maintain inventories;

3. Qualifications and Experience

• Be of Rwandan nationality
• Have a Higher Education Diploma (Ao) in Accounting, Management, Finance and Taxation or equivalent;
• Have at least two years of accounting experience;
• Have a good experience in current accounting software (SAGE);
• Have a mastery of common software (Word, Excel, Power Point), word processing tools (PDF, Publisher), know how to scan and archive documentation;
• Good oral and written communication skills in French;
• Knowledge of English is an advantage. 

4. Skills/Attitudes

• Be able to work both independently and autonomously as well as in a team;
• Have a good sense of initiative and creativity; 
• Have a good sense of priorities and a good capacity for synthesis and conciseness;
• Knowing how to anticipate needs, obstacles, opportunities, knowing how to identify and seize opportunities arising from the external environment and context for the best achievement of the Company’s objectives and results;
• Have a strong sense of rigor;
• Have a sense of responsibility and acute confidentiality;
• Be well organized and methodical: know how to plan and organize your days, weeks, months, etc. ;
• Be receptive to criticism from line managers and colleagues;
• Know how to adapt to changes.

5. Documents to submit

• A cover letter addressed to the Managing Director of Horizon Education Investment Ltd notifying the application for the position and explaining the motivation for applying;
• A detailed curriculum vitae justifying the required experience; imperatively containing the telephone numbers and emails of the candidate;
• A copy of the diploma obtained;
• Photocopy of National Identity Card.

No later than June 06, 2022 at 3:30 p.m.  at the Headquarters of the Horizon Education Investment Company located in Gacuriro in the Horizon School building in a sealed envelope with the mention "  Comptable de la Société Horizon Education Investment Ltd"

7. Observations / Remarks

• Only shortlisted candidates will be notified by email and/or telephone.
• Applications submitted will not be returned.

Done in Kigali, on 05/05/2022 

General Manager of the Company 

 Horizon Education investment Ltd 

HABARUGIRA Simeon