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One Acre FundFinancial Reporting Specialist
One Acre Fund is seeking a Financial Reporting Specialist to join its team on-site in Kigali, Rwanda. Established in 2006, One Acre Fund delivers farm supplies,…
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One Acre Fund is seeking a Financial Reporting Specialist to join its team on-site in Kigali, Rwanda. Established in 2006, One Acre Fund delivers farm supplies, tree seedlings, credit, and agronomic training to 5.5 million smallholder farmers across nine African nations, supported by a personnel base exceeding 9,000 individuals. This position focuses on handling financial reporting quality, collaborating with external auditors, and cooperating with internal accounting teams. The person in…
Job Description
One Acre Fund is seeking a Financial Reporting Specialist to join its team on-site in Kigali, Rwanda. Established in 2006, One Acre Fund delivers farm supplies, tree seedlings, credit, and agronomic training to 5.5 million smallholder farmers across nine African nations, supported by a personnel base exceeding 9,000 individuals. This position focuses on handling financial reporting quality, collaborating with external auditors, and cooperating with internal accounting teams.
The person in this role will review trial balances, draft financial statements, prepare audit schedules, manage audit requests, track reporting key performance indicators, and support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close reconciliations. Additional duties involve contributing to process improvements, refining accounting policies, and coordinating with various stakeholders to maintain data accuracy. The organization provides weekly check-ins, mentorship programs, performance feedback, and bi-annual career reviews to foster professional development.
Responsibilities
- Examine trial balances and supporting documents from various countries to verify consistency, accuracy, and completeness while resolving any discrepancies.
- Draft financial statements along with required notes and disclosures according to the applicable reporting framework.
- Manage audit readiness tasks, compile requested documents, coordinate responses, and track progress until closure.
- Monitor financial reporting and audit performance metrics to enhance efficiency and quality.
- Oversee assigned periodic close reconciliations, analyses, and accounting process enhancements.
- Act as the primary financial contact for external auditors and work closely with internal accountants to ensure accurate book closes.
Requirements
- Hold a bachelor degree in finance or accounting.
- Demonstrate at least three years of professional background in financial reporting or accounting.
- Possess experience utilizing ERP accounting software.
- Show proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, specifically Excel with complex formula capabilities.
- Be a citizen or permanent resident of Rwanda.
Qualifications
- Achieve active or advanced level status in CPA or ACCA.
Core Skills
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Frequently Asked Questions
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Where is the Financial Reporting Specialist position located?
The job is located in Kigali, Rwanda, and is performed on-site.
What qualifications are required for this role?
Applicants must have a bachelor degree in accounting or finance, a minimum of three years of experience in accounting or financial reporting, experience with ERP accounting software, and proficiency in Microsoft Office including advanced Excel skills. Additionally, candidates must hold citizenship or permanent residency in Rwanda and possess an active or advanced CPA or ACCA certification.
What benefits are offered?
The posting lists health insurance and paid time off as benefits.
What is the application deadline?
The application deadline is 17 January 2027, though hiring is conducted on a rolling basis.
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