Rwanda Financial Reporting Associate

Job Description

The Financial Reporting 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead Financial Reporting & Close Processes
• Own and project manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely reporting.
• Deliver high-quality financial reports, including variance analysis, in line with accounting standards and organisational requirements.
• Coordinate across finance and business teams to ensure accurate and consistent financial data.
• Ensure Compliance, Tax & Regulatory Integrity
• Lead tax compliance and ensure adherence to all regulatory, VAT, and statutory requirements.
• Oversee intercompany invoicing and ensure accuracy and compliance across entities.
• Partner with Accounting, Legal, and external auditors to address audit findings and strengthen controls.
• Oversee Grant Financial Tracking & Reporting
• Manage financial reporting for key grants, ensuring compliance with donor requirements and organisational standards.
• Track grant utilisation, shared service allocations, and funding flows with accuracy and transparency.
• Provide regular financial updates and insights to senior leadership and key stakeholders.
• Drive Business Partnering & Financial Planning
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and BVA processes for assigned departments, ensuring alignment with organisational goals.
• Provide financial analysis, insights, and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.
• Develop and maintain key financial models, including gross margin tracking and performance monitoring tools.
• Strengthen Financial Systems, Risk Management & Team Capability
• Identify financial and operational risks, partnering with teams to develop and implement mitigation strategies.
• Improve financial processes, tools, and reporting systems to enhance efficiency and decision-making.
• Support team development and cross-functional collaboration to strengthen overall financial capability.

Qualifications

• 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.

How to Apply

Please note that we hire on a rolling basis which means that applications are reviewed and processed on a continuous basis until a hire is made.