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Rwanda Financial Reporting Associate
One Acre Fund
Posted 5 months agoKigali, Rwanda
Location
Kigali, Rwanda
Job Type
Full-time
Experience
Entry-Level
Category
Finance
Job Description
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. On average, this model enables any farmer to increase their income and assets on supported land by more than 35 percent, while permanently improving their resilience. This is all made possible by our team of 9,000+ full-time staff, drawn from diverse backgrounds and professions. To learn more, please see our Why Work Here blog post.
Our Rwanda program, founded in 2007 is our largest and operates under the local brand Tubura. We have more than 3,000 staff across all four provinces of Rwanda, as well as in Kigali. Together, we served more than 2.8 million farmers in 2024. We work closely with the government to support national efforts to improve food security. Additionally, we help channel funding and resources to promising agri-SMEs, supporting farmers by providing a market for high-impact crops such as coffee, avocado, and chili.
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.
Relevant experience in financial reporting, audit, or financial analysis with managerial capacity in a fast-paced environment would be preferred.
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.
17 June 2026. 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.
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Requirements
- Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:
- Strong knowledge of accounting, taxation, and financial reporting principles and standards.
- 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.
- As soon as possible
- Kigali, Rwanda
- This role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of Rwanda.
- We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, nati
Responsibilities
- Lead Financial Reporting & Close Processes
- 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 imp
- 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.
Benefits
- Health insurance, housing, and comprehensive benefits
