Finance Analyst

About the role

The Finance Analyst provides financial analysis, reporting, planning, forecasting, budgeting and advisory support to the PS MoD and its affiliated agencies, helping them make informed financial decisions. The role also covers financial and budgetary analysis for peacekeeping, bilateral and other mission-based operations. It is a full-time position in Kigali.

Key responsibilities

• Compile and consolidate financial information and reports from the company and its affiliated agencies, and prepare concise financial briefs for the PS.
• Analyse financial data, performance and trends, and give timely insights, advice and recommendations to management.
• Prepare financial reports using metrics, indicators and comparative analysis, and coordinate with departments and agencies for accurate, timely information.
• Analyse historical performance and statements to support forecasting and planning, and develop forecasts and evaluate the financial implications of policies, initiatives and resource allocation decisions.
• Support the preparation, review and monitoring of annual budgets and medium- to long-term plans, monitor budget implementation and analyse significant variances.
• Provide financial and budgetary analysis for peacekeeping, bilateral and other mission-based operations, including mission budgets.
• Support oversight of financial planning, budgeting, auditing, taxation, consolidation, cost control and project performance; assess proposals such as capital expenditure and investment decisions.
• Identify financial risks, cost-saving opportunities and inefficient use of resources, and support financial controls and performance management.
• Review prospective investments and capital expenditure opportunities, assessing returns, risks and costs.
• Prepare periodic financial reports, analytical briefs, forecasts, budget performance reports and management reports, maintain accurate financial records and keep sensitive information confidential.

Required profile

• Master's degree or equivalent in Accounting, Public Finance, Finance, Management, Economics or a related field.
• Professional qualification such as ACCA, CFA or CPA is recommended.
• At least 4 years of professional experience in accounting, public finance, finance, management, economics or financial analysis.
• Experience in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting and planning; experience in public-sector finance, institutional budgeting or mission-based operations is an added advantage.

Required skills

• Financial analysis, interpretation, budgeting and financial planning.
• Financial forecasting and modeling, and financial reporting and management accounting.
• Public finance knowledge, cost control, investment and capital expenditure analysis, and risk assessment.
• Strong analytical, numerical, research and problem-solving skills, and communication and report-writing skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other financial analysis and reporting tools.