Goshen Finance Plc Overview
Goshen Finance PLC is a Microfinance institution that provides financial services such as credits and savings to low and medium-income households in Rwanda.
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Position: Chief Accountant
Company: Goshen Finance Plc
Location: Kigali, Rwanda
Application Deadline: Friday, 27th June 2025
About Goshen Finance Plc
Goshen Finance Plc is a licensed microfinance institution established in 2005 by 205 founding members from the Adventist Church. We are committed to providing high-quality financial and non-financial services, including credit and savings—to low- and medium-income individuals, small and medium enterprises, and households, particularly those underserved by traditional commercial banks.
Driven by values of transparency, professional excellence, and ethical conduct, Goshen Finance Plc operates under the regulations of the National Bank of Rwanda (BNR) and adheres to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Our mission is to foster financial inclusion and socio-economic development across Rwanda.
Position Overview
We are seeking a qualified, experienced, and ethically grounded Chief Accountant to lead our financial accounting operations. This role is crucial in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records, compliance with tax and regulatory requirements, and timely financial reporting to support strategic decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
- Finance & Reporting: Manage the general ledger, monthly closing, and prepare financial statements compliant with IFRS and BNR standards. Oversee reconciliations, fixed asset registers, audits. Participate in budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and collaborate with HR on payroll validation.
- Compliance & Regulation: Monitor compliance with Rwandan tax, financial, and banking laws. Maintain documentation and audit trails, implement internal controls and financial policies, and update the Finance Director on regulatory changes.
- Cash & Asset Management: Oversee organizational budgets and cash flows, review inventory and asset reports, supervise asset tagging and depreciation, and work closely with logistics to maintain accurate fixed asset records.
- Team Leadership: Supervise and develop the accounting team through training and goal setting, promote continuous improvement, and coordinate with departments such as IT and Risk to ensure alignment with finance policies.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
- 3–5 years of accounting experience in a financial institution (Preferably banking) or external audit in medium to large sized firms.
- Advanced progress toward CPA or ACCA certification; full certification is an advantage.
- Strong knowledge of IFRS, BNR regulations, and Rwanda’s tax framework.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and budgeting tools.
Core Competencies
- Strategic and analytical thinking
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- High personal integrity and professionalism
- Ability to manage teams and meet deadlines
- Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following documents via email to E-mail: recruitment@goshenfinance.rw by Friday, 27th June 2025:
- Job application letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Copies of academic documents
- Copy of passport or national ID
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
Done on 16th June,2025
GOSHEN FINANCE PLC
Managing Director
MUSANGAMFURA Ignace
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