FINANCEMANAGER

JOB DESCRIPTION

Sustainable Growers Rwanda (SGR) is an NGO focused on innovative coffee cultivation techniques for smallholder women coffee farmers in Rwanda. Our dual commitment involves providing groundbreaking training and amplifying the visibility of women throughout the coffee supply chain. Underpinning our efforts, Question Coffee, our social enterprise, was created as a platform to spotlight women coffee growers and their coffee.

Q COFFEE Ltd operates retail cafés in Gishushu & Kiyovu, Kigali, Rwanda. We proudly offer coffee products, coffee tours, and coffee beverages directly to our valued customers. It also houses a training space for farmers, baristas, and coffee professionals to enhance coffee quality from seed to sip.

Job details

Job Title: Finance Manager

Reports to: Executive Manager

Job Grade:

Direct reports:

Accounts ReceivablesAccounts InventoryAccounts PayablesAccounts Treasury

Department: Finance

Location: Kigali, Rwanda

Employment Type: Contract / Permanent

Position Type: Full – time

Job summary

The Finance Manager will oversee the financial operations of the Social Enterprise, ensuring effective management of financial resources to support the Organization’s mission of empowering women through coffee cultivation training. This role involves managing budgeting, financial reporting, cash flow, and compliance, as well as supporting the Executive Manager in strategic financial planning and operational efficiency across the Organisation’s educational programs, social enterprise, and retail coffee operations.

Roles and responsibilities

Banking and Investment Management

Oversee the Organisation’s investment portfolio, ensuring alignment with financial goals and risk tolerance.Evaluate investment opportunities and make recommendations to maximise Monitor investment performance and adjust strategies as Manage banking relationships, including negotiating terms, fees, and services with financial Institutions.

Financial System Management

Manageand maintain the financial management system, ensuring accurate and efficient financial data processing.Implementand optimise financial software and tools to support financial operations andEnsure system security and data integrity.

Treasury Management

Oversee cash management and liquidity to ensure sufficient funds for operations and strategic initiatives.Manage banking relationships and optimise banking Monitor and report on cash flow, working capital, and financial

Budgeting and Planning

Assist in the development and management of the Organisation’s budget, including forecasting and financial planning.Monitor budget performance and provide analysis to support strategic decision-Prepare budget Reports and variance

Accounts Receivable Management

Oversee accounts receivable processes, including invoicing, collections, andApproval and reporting on adherence to credit policiesEnsure timely and accurate processing of incoming Monitor and manage accounts receivable aging and follow up on overdue

Imprest Management

Manage and reconcile imprest accounts, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to policies.Oversee the disbursement of imprest funds and track Ensure timely replenishment and accurate accounting of imprest

Payments and Payroll

Overseeaccounts payable processes, including Vendor payments and expenseManagepayroll processing, ensuring accurate and timely payment to Ensurecompliance with tax regulations and employment

Month- End Procedures

Supervise month-end closing procedures, including reconciliation of accounts, preparation of financial statements, and reporting.Ensure timely and accurate completion of month - end close Review and analyze month - end financial results and address any

Financial Reporting and Compliance

Develop and implement treasury policies and procedures to ensure efficient and compliant operations.Prepare and present financial Reports, including monthly, quarterly, and annualEnsure compliance with financial regulations, organisational policies, and donorSupport internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations related to finance activities.

Academic and professional qualifications

Must possess a Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Economics, Commerce, Finance, Business Administration or a related field.Must be Certified Public AccountantsMust be a member of a professional body in good standing

Work experience

Must have a minimum of seven (7) years of experience three (3) of which should have been in Senior financial role, preferably in the for – profit sector.

Additional skills

Financial management, with demonstrated expertise in investment management, financial system management, and treasury management.Strong financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting skills; proficiency in financial software and tools; excellent organizational and communication skills.Understanding of for - profit fin…