Description
One Acre Fund is hiring a Rwanda Financial Advisory Associate based in Kigali, Rwanda. The Rwanda Financial Advisory Associate is responsible for the end-to-end ownership of internal and external financial reporting and compliance for the Rwanda Program. The role entails quality financial closes, robust internal and regulatory compliance management across all programs, reporting to external stakeholders, strategic financial planning and analysis, and finance business partnering. Main responsibilities: • Financial Reporting, Compliance & Governance • Lead and coordinate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring timely inputs, accurate reporting, completion of close actions, and resolution of outstanding issues. • Oversee the quality of financial reports, budget-versus-actual (BVA) analysis, and management reporting, ensuring compliance with accounting principles and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). • Own the tax compliance workstream for assigned business units and provide programme-level oversight, addressing risks relating to VAT, invoicing, related-party transactions, and other tax requirements. • Coordinate with FRC teams, FAS Business Partners, Accounting, Legal, and Government Relations to resolve compliance gaps, support annual financial statements, manage audit findings, and strengthen financial controls. • Grant Financial Management & Donor Reporting • Oversee financial tracking, reporting, and compliance for major grants, including the Howard Graham Buffer Foundation (HGBF) and Mastercard Foundation (MCF).
About One Acre Fund
Founded in 2006, One Acre Fund equips 5.5 million smallholder farmers to make their farms more productive. Across nine countries that together are home to two-thirds of Africa's farmers, we provide high-quality farm supplies, tree seedlings, accessible credit, modern agronomic training, and a wide range of other agricultural services.
Requirements
Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have: Relevant experience in financial reporting, audit, or financial analysis with managerial capacity in a fast-paced environment would be preferred. Strong knowledge of accounting, taxation, and financial reporting principles and standards. Advanced proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets and experience with financial modelling and data analysis tools (e.g. Power BI). Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate financial insights for non-financial stakeholders. Effective stakeholder management skills, with experience collaborating across teams and seniority levels. Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. Professional certification (e.g. ACCA, CPA) strongly preferred. Preferred Start Date
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