Financial Controller

POSITION: FINANCIAL CONTROLLER 

LOCATION: KIGALI, RWANDA 

REPORTS TO: MANAGING DIRECTOR 

TYPE OF CONTRACT: PERMANENT 

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

ATLANTIQUE MICROFINANCE PLC is a licensed microfinance institution operating in Rwanda since 2018 under the regulation of the National Bank of Rwanda (BNR). The institution provides financial services including loans and savings products to individuals, SMEs, and businesses, with a focus on financial inclusion, operational excellence, and sustainable growth. 

JOB DESCRIPTION:

ATLANTIQUE MICROFINANCE PLC is hiring a Financial Controller to assist financial performance management through budgeting, reporting, profitability analysis, and financial monitoring. The role is tasked with strengthening management control systems, supporting strategic decision making, and ensuring effective financial analysis and reporting across the institution. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Contribute to the design and improvement of financial monitoring and analytical accounting tools. 
• perform and validate profitability studies related to clients, branches, products, and operations. 
• assist budgeting, financial planning, and reporting processes. 
• Analyze financial and operational performance indicators and deliver recommendations. 
• produce and keep management reporting tools and dashboards. 
• assist pricing analysis and investment decision-making processes. 
• Ensure compliance with financial and accounting standards and procedures. 
• track financial performance trends and detect areas for improvement. 
• Collaborate with operational teams to assist financial efficiency and performance management. 
• produce financial analysis reports for management decision-making. 

YOU WILL BE AN IDEAL CANDIDATE IF YOU POSSESS THE FOLLOWING PROFESSIONALQUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Audit, Management, or related field. 
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in financial control, finance, audit, or management reporting, preferably within the banking sector. 
• Strong financial analysis and budgeting skills. 
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and financial reporting tools/software. 
• Good understanding of accounting and financial standards.

KEY SKILLS, ATTRIBUTES & ETHICS: 

• Strong analytical, reporting, and synthesis abilities. 
• Good knowledge of banking systems and financial processes. 
• High attention to detail, discretion, and confidentiality. 
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. 
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Fluency in French (mandatory), English, and Kinyarwanda.