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Position: **Head of Finance, BRAC Rwanda**

Job Location: **Rwanda**

**About the Role:**

The Head of Finance is responsible for providing strategic and operational leadership for all financial management functions at the Country Office, ensuring strong financial governance, robust internal controls, and full compliance with organizational, donor, and statutory requirements. As a key member of the senior management team, the role supports informed decision-making through high-quality financial planning, analysis, and reporting, while safeguarding organizational assets and promoting efficient resource utilization. The Head of Finance also leads the development of a high-performing finance function by strengthening systems, processes, and team capacity across central and field operations, while embedding a culture of accountability, integrity, and adherence to standards.

**Key Responsibilities:**

**Financial Management & Operations**

- Lead and oversee all finance and accounting functions across the country office, ensuring efficient and compliant financial operations.
- Manage core financial processes including payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, treasury, and cash flow management.
- Establish and maintain robust internal control systems to safeguard assets, prevent fraud, and ensure adherence to organizational policies and procedures.
- Ensure effective financial governance across field offices and decentralized operations.

**Financial Reporting & Month-End-Close**

- Lead the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of financial data.
- Review and validate financial statements, ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards (e.g., IFRS/IAS)
- Ensure timely submission of financial reports to Head Office and other stakeholders.
- Continuously improve reporting processes to enhance efficiency, transparency, and data quality.

**Project & Donor Financial Management**

- Oversee project-wise financial accounting, ensuring accurate recording, tracking, and reporting of all project transactions.
- Ensure proper cost allocation and cost recovery in line with donor agreements and organizational policies.
- Monitor project financial performance, identifying risks and recommending corrective actions.
- Lead the preparation and submission of high-quality, timely donor financial reports in compliance with donor requirements.
- Strengthening coordination between finance and programme teams to ensure alignment between financial and programmatic deliverables.

**Budgeting & Financial Planning**

- Lead the development of annual budgets, forecasts, and financial plans in collaboration with program and operational teams.
- Provide financial modeling and scenario analysis to support strategic planning and decision-making.
- Conduct regular budget monitoring and variance analysis, providing actionable insights and recommendations.
- Support long-term financial sustainability through effective planning and resource optimization.

**Reconciliation & Controls**

- Oversee timely and accurate reconciliation of bank accounts, intercompany balances, and balance sheet accounts.
- Ensure proper recording of accruals, prepayments, and other adjustments to reflect the true financial position.
- Identify control gaps and implement corrective measures to strengthen financial systems and processes.
- Ensure compliance with internal control frameworks across all financial activities.

**Audit & Compliance**

- Act as the primary liaison for internal and external audits, ensuring smooth coordination and timely completion.
- Ensure readiness for audits through proper documentation, reconciliations, and compliance checks.
- Review audit findings and lead the implementation of corrective actions and recommendations.
- Ensure compliance with donor regulations, organizational policies, and statutory requirements.

**Regulatory & Tax Management**

- Ensure timely and accurate filing of all statutory and tax obligations in compliance with local regulations.
- Maintain strong relationships with tax authorities and regulatory bodies.
- Monitor changes in tax laws and regulations, assessing their impact on operations and ensuring timely implementation.

**Strategic Support & Business Partnering**

- Provide strategic financial insights and analysis to the Country Director and senior management team.
- Support evidence-based decision-making through financial analysis, forecasting, and risk assessment.
- Partner with program and operational teams to promote financial discipline and optimize resource utilization.
- Contribute to the development and execution of the country’s financial strategy.

**Leadership & Team Management**

- Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Set clear performance objectives and conduct regular performance reviews.
- Identify capacity gaps and implement targeted training and development initiatives.
- Ensure effective coordination and support across country and field finance teams.

**Safeguarding Responsibilities:**

- Uphold and promote BRAC’s safeguarding principles, ensuring that all staff, participants, and community members are protected from abuse, exploitation, harassment, and neglect.
- Integrate safeguarding considerations into financial and operational processes, ensuring risks are identified and mitigated.
- Promote awareness of safeguarding policies and reporting mechanisms among staff, fostering a culture of accountability and zero tolerance for misconduct.
- Ensure timely and appropriate reporting of any safeguarding concerns in line with established procedures, maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

**Academic Qualifications:**

- Bachelor Degree or Masters / MBA in Accounting/Finance
- ACCA, CIMA, CPA

**Experience Requirements:**

- 10-15 years of progressive finance leadership experience, preferably in an international NGO
- Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic financial plans, budgets, and forecasts.
- In-depth knowledge of financial management principles, including accounting standards, and risk management.
- Proven experience in managing grants, ensuring compliance with donor regulations, and maximizing grant utilization.
- Proven ability to lead and mentor high-performing finance teams, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively engage with diverse stakeholders, including donors, partners, and internal teams.
- Experience in implementing and improving financial systems and processes, including ERP systems.

**Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:**

- Strong knowledge of IFRS/IAS, auditing standards, tax, and regulatory frameworks
- Expertise in financial management, controls, and risk mitigation
- Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills
- High integrity and commitment to professional standards
- Ability to work under pressure in a dynamic environment
- Proficiency in financial systems and tools
- Fluency in English

**Employment type:** Contractual

**Salary:** Negotiable