SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

FINANCE, SYSTEMS AND COMPLIANCE

ABOUT ZAHARA INDUSTRIES

Zahara Industries SPRL is a Burundi-based manufacturer of high-quality plastic household products marketed under the ZURI brand. Building on more than 15 years of industry experience, the company is focused on quality, sustainability, customer service and disciplined regional growth.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Senior Accountant will own the integrity of the company’s accounting records, financial close, management reporting, tax compliance and core finance controls. The role requires a practical accountant who can both deliver accurate day-to-day accounting and design systems that support a growing manufacturing business.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the monthly and annual close and prepare accurate financial statements in accordance with IFRS and the Plan Comptable National Revise du Burundi (PCNR).
• Maintain complete and reliable general ledger, receivables, payables, cash, bank, payroll, inventory and fixed asset records.
• Prepare timely bank, supplier, customer, tax, payroll, inventory and control account reconciliations, with clear supporting schedules.
• Produce monthly management accounts, budgets, forecasts, cash-flow reports, variance analyses and decision-ready management commentary.
• Strengthen manufacturing accounting, including raw materials, work in progress, finished goods, product costing, production variances, waste and stock counts.
• Monitor working capital, collections, supplier payments and liquidity, and promptly escalate material financial
• Coordinate statutory and external audits, prepare audit schedules and ensure all agreed audit actions are implemented on time.

Zahara Industries SPRL | Bujumbura, Burundi
www.zaharaindustries.com

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

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SYSTEMS, TAX AND COMPLIANCE

• Design, document and continuously improve the chart of accounts, finance procedures, approval workflows, reporting packs and month-end controls.
• Support the selection, implementation and effective use of ERP, accounting and inventory systems, including automation and dependable data flows.
• Maintain strong internal controls, appropriate segregation of duties, complete documentation and a clear audit trail for all transactions.
• Prepare and review all applicable OBR filings and payments, including corporate income tax, VAT, employment taxes, withholding taxes and other statutory obligations.
• Maintain effective use and reconciliation of OBR electronic platforms, including EBMS, and support customs, excise and import compliance where applicable.
• Manage tax reviews, audits and correspondence with the Office Burundais des Recettes, external auditors, banks and other relevant authorities.
• Supervise and develop the accounts team and work closely with production, procurement, sales and management to improve financial discipline.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration or a closely related
• CPA, ACCA, CA, CIMA or an equivalent professional accounting qualification, completed or at an advanced
• At least five years of progressively responsible accounting experience, including senior or supervisory
• Strong working knowledge of IFRS/IAS and the Plan Comptable National Revise du Burundi (PCNR).
• Hands-on knowledge of Burundi tax law, OBR filing and payment processes, EBMS, tax audits and regulatory
• Demonstrated ability to build or improve accounting systems, internal controls, procedures and management
• Manufacturing accounting, inventory, product costing and ERP experience are strongly
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and professional working proficiency in French and English; Kirundi is an

CORE COMPETENCIES

Financial integrity | Systems thinking | Technical accounting | Tax compliance | Manufacturing insight | Analytical judgement | Leadership and accountability.

HOW TO APPLY

Submit your CV, cover letter, academic and professional certificates, current or recent remuneration and expectations, earliest commencement date, and contact details for three referees.

Email: hr@zaharaindustries.com

Subject: Application for Senior Accountant – [Applicant’s Full Name]

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.