Financial Accounting Transformation SME      

RwandAir Ltd is the flag carrier airline of Rwanda. It operates domestic and international services to East Africa, Central Africa, West Africa, Southern Africa, Europe and the Middle East from its main base at Kigali International Airport. Our mission is to provide unsurpassed, safe, and reliable services in air transportation, including strategically linking Rwanda with the outside world while ensuring a fair return on investment. As part of the expansion strategy, we are looking for interested, qualified, and competent candidates to fill the following position:

Job Title: Financial Accounting Transformation SME

Reports to: Program Manager – WB Transformation Office

Department: Finance

Contract Type: Fixed Term – 1 Year Renewable

Duty Station: Kigali International Airport (KIA)

The Role:

We are seeking a dynamic Financial Accounting Transformation SME to drive the modernization and optimization of our financial accounting processes. This role is pivotal in ensuring compliance with international standards (IAS/IFRS), delivering accurate and timely financial reporting, and leading transformation initiatives across the airline’s finance function.

As Financial Accounting Transformation SME, you will lead a dynamic portfolio spanning with clear focus on:

1. Key Duties & Responsibilities:
2. Transformation Leadership

• Lead the transformation of financial accounting processes, including automation of routine tasks, digitalization of workflows, and integration of new technologies (ERP, data analytics, real-time reporting).
• Champion change management initiatives, including training, stakeholder engagement, and adoption of new systems and processes.
• Standardize and harmonize accounting practices across business units and geographies, ensuring consistency and compliance.
• Collaborate with IT and system vendors to implement upgrades and automation in revenue accounting and financial reporting.

2. Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Oversee preparation of financial statements for the airline and group companies in accordance with IAS/IFRS and GAAP.
• Ensure proper classification and reconciliation of general ledger (GL) accounts.
• Implement controls to ensure accurate and complete capture of all revenue streams, including passenger, cargo, and ancillary services.

3. Operational Excellence

• Manage month-end closing processes, setting timelines and ensuring accurate completion of closing activities.
• Maintain and update the chart of accounts, including opening, closing, enabling, and disabling GL codes.
• Track project costs, ensuring timely capitalization and closure of fixed asset accounts.
• Develop and monitor KPIs and dashboards to track financial performance and transformation progress.

4. Stakeholder Engagement

• Liaise with stakeholders across departments to ensure accurate data capture and reporting.
• Support teams in identifying correct GL combinations and classifications in financial statements.
• Prepare periodic reports for senior management, ensuring completeness, timeliness, and accuracy.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions to build transformation capabilities within the finance team.

5. Controls & Audit

• Lead initiatives to reduce manual processes, improve cash visibility, and enhance risk management.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and support external and internal audits.
• Investigate and resolve variances between systems (e.g., Finance ERP, TRAX) and ensure reconciliations with fixed asset modules.
• Identify accounting gaps through GL schedule reviews and report findings to relevant teams.

2. Desired Profile: Required education, Experience, and Abilities;
3. Education and Experience

• Professional qualification in Accounting or Finance (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CA).
• Extensive experience in financial accounting, preferably within the airline or transportation sector.
• Strong knowledge of IAS/IFRS and GAAP.
• Proven track record in leading transformation or process improvement initiatives.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Experience in implementing automation, data analytics, and digital transformation in finance.

2. Other Desired Competencies & Skills;

• Experience with asset management and project accounting.
• Familiarity with airline-specific accounting systems (e.g., TRAX, ITAT).
• Ability to manage cross-functional teams and drive change in complex environments.

3. How to Apply:

• An application letter addressed to the Chief HR & Administration Officer;
• Recent Curriculum Vitae;
• Copies of Notarised Degree/Diploma certificates
• Relevant certificates;
• Copies of academic papers;
• A photocopy of the Passport/National ID;
• Three referees

The deadline for submitting application documents (Only PDF Format) is November 05, 2025. Please apply via the link: https://erecruitment.rwandair.com/