To apply, send your cover letter and CV to info@agatilibrary.org by Oct 25, 2024.
About the Role
The finance officer is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing financial statements, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and library policies. Provide accurate financial information to support decision-making.
Requirements
Qualifications:
● Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field; relevant professional certification (e.g., CPA) is an advantage.
● At least 5 years of proven experience in accounting, preferably in a nonprofit or public sector environment.
● Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
● Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
● Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
● Workplace proficiency of spoken and written English.
Skills and Competencies:
● Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting.
● Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
● Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-financial staff.
● Capacity to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
● Capacity to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Key Responsibilities
1. Financial Record Keeping:
o Maintain and update the general ledger, ensuring all financial transactions are accurately recorded.
o Ensure the security of financial data and confidentiality of sensitive information.
2. Financial Reporting:
o Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including income statements and balance sheets.
o Assist in the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts.
3. Accounts Payable and Receivable:
o Process invoices, ensuring timely payments and adherence to budgetary constraints.
o Manage accounts receivable, including tracking outstanding payments and follow-ups.
4. Reconciliation:
o Conduct regular bank reconciliations to ensure the accuracy of cash balances.
o Reconcile financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information.
5. Compliance and Audit Support:
o Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, policies, and regulations.
o Assist in preparing documentation for internal and external audits and providing necessary documentation and explanations.
6. Payroll Processing:
o Assist in the preparation and processing of payroll, ensuring accuracy and compliance with tax regulations.
o Maintain payroll records and manage employee benefits.
7. Financial Analysis:
o Analyze financial data to identify trends and provide insights for decision-making.
o Prepare reports for management to support strategic planning.
8. Collaboration and Support:
o Work closely with the Finance Director and other staff to improve financial processes.
o Provide training and support to library staff on financial matters.
About the Company
Agati is a non-government organization that is creating a movement to get books into the hands of all Rwandan youth and children. It was co-founded by 6 young people who lived and breathed the opportunities of growing up in Rwanda, and the challenges of not having enough access to informal learning opportunities like library spaces nearby. Agati’s mission is made possible by a shared zeal for bringing about positive change in the community by providing a learning sanctuary to children and young people that extends beyond the formal classroom setting. The first Agati community library was founded in Musanze district in 2018, and since Agati has set up 6 more library spaces across the country. The team is on a mission to build learning hubs for Rwandan children and youth. We employ young people’s passion and volunteerism to get books to hard-to-reach communities at our library, in villages far and near, through physical engagements, radio, and social media.
To apply, send your cover letter and CV to info@agatilibrary.org by Oct 25, 2024.