Full Time Kigali, Rwanda

Application Deadline: October 31, 2026

About the Role

MASS is seeking a full-time Finance Specialist to join our Africa Studio team based in Kigali, Rwanda. We are a mission-driven design collective that approaches architecture with an interdisciplinary focus on improving people’s lives in measurable ways. This position is an opportunity to join a dedicated, diverse, and passionate team working to research, build, and advocate for architecture that promotes justice and human dignity.

Position Summary

The Finance Specialist will support the day-to-day financial operations of the Africa Studio, with a focus on transaction processing, accounting records, reconciliations, financial documentation, and month-end support.

The role will work closely with Finance, Operations, project teams, employees, and vendors to ensure financial transactions are properly documented, approved, coded, processed, and recorded in line with MASS’ accounting policies and internal controls.

The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, reliable, and comfortable managing recurring finance processes across multiple systems while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality, and timely follow-through.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

1. Transaction Processing and Accounts Payable

• Process vendor, employee, project, and other approved payments through banking, Mobile Money, cheque, and other approved payment channels.
• Prepare and maintain Payment Request documentation and follow up with relevant teams where information or approvals are incomplete.
• Maintain accurate records of payments and outstanding requests, ensuring transactions remain traceable from request through payment and accounting entry.
• Manage petty cash and ensure related expenditures are properly supported and recorded.
• Support employee expense reimbursements.

2. Accounting, NetSuite, and Reconciliations

• Post bank, Mobile Money, and other financial transactions in Oracle NetSuite.
• Review transactions for appropriate vendor, project, expense, and general ledger coding before posting.
• Ensure relevant invoices, Payment Requests, receipts, and other supporting documents are appropriately filed and attached to financial records.
• Support weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing activities.
• Compile and organize transaction details and other financial information needed for budget vs. actual reviews, grant reporting, cash flow forecasting, and other recurring Finance reviews.

3. Fixed Assets, Filing, and Audit Support

• Support reconciliation of the fixed asset register in coordination with Operations and other relevant teams.
• Maintain organized electronic and physical Finance records
• Support internal and external audits by preparing requested records, reconciliations, schedules, and transaction documentation.

4. Finance Coordination and Process Support

• Respond to routine Finance-related inquiries from employees, project teams, and vendors and provide guidance on required processes and documentation.
• Support improvements to Finance trackers, templates, filing systems, and recurring transaction workflows.

• Perform other related finance and accounting duties as needed to support the Finance team.

   

Qualifications

The ideal candidate is a highly organized, detail-oriented, and dependable professional with strong financial judgment and a high level of integrity. They are comfortable managing multiple recurring priorities and deadlines while maintaining accurate records and handling sensitive financial information with appropriate confidentiality. They are proactive in following up on missing information, resolving discrepancies, and collaborating effectively with colleagues, vendors, and other stakeholders.

Required Skills/Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent training 
• 3+ years of experience in a similar finance or accounting role, including hands-on transaction processing and account reconciliations.
• Working knowledge of IFRS and financial reporting requirements. 
• 2- 3 years of audit experience is a plus.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines accurately.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Fluency in English is required; knowledge of other languages is a plus.
• High integrity, sound judgment, and demonstrated ability to handle confidential financial information responsibly.
• Having experience with Oracle NetSuite, multi-entity accounting, intercompany transactions, and audit processes is an added advantage.

How to Apply

MASS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. With over 100 employees from almost a dozen countries, MASS embodies our belief that only a diverse staff from widely varied cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds is properly equipped to tackle complex challenges in our communities. We aspire to create a more inclusive architecture profession and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early application is recommended. We will be in touch with next steps once your application has been reviewed.

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