Business service · Tax

Set up your finances

Private tools for bookkeeping, invoicing and payroll — separate from your tax obligations.

RecommendedExternal serviceNot a government requirement · Last reviewed 2026-08-01

What is this?

Software and routines to record income, costs, invoices and payroll so your books are ready when declarations are due.

Why do you need it?

  • Accurate tax declarations
  • Invoices customers accept
  • Payroll and statutory contributions on time
  • Expense and cash visibility

Inzira guidance

Every business from the first transaction. Before the first invoice or the first employee.

How to do it

  1. 01Decide who keeps the books: you, an employee or an outsourced accountant.
  2. 02Choose accounting software that supports Rwandan tax and invoicing rules.
  3. 03Set your chart of accounts.
  4. 04Connect payroll and expense tracking.
  5. 05Agree a monthly closing routine.

What to look for

  • Compatibility with your electronic invoicing obligations
  • Multi-currency if you import or export
  • Payroll support
  • Access for your accountant
  • Your data can be exported

Who can help?

Finance & tax Role

Accountant

Books, financial statements, payroll accounting and reporting.

When you need one: From the first transaction; monthly and annual filings.

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Finance & tax Role

Tax adviser

Tax registration, VAT positioning, incentives and compliance calendars.

When you need one: Right after registration and before your first tax deadline.

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