Vacancy title:
Business Development Advisor

Jobs at:
Inkomoko Business Development

Deadline of this Job:
8th November 2018

Duty Station:
Kimihurura, Kigali. Musanze, Northern Province, Rwanda

Summary
Date Posted: 25th October 2018 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed , Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Company

JOB DETAILS:

Inkomoko Entrepreneur Development is a full-service business development firm focused on growing small to medium enterprises. Our services help our clients develop and improve their capacity. Founded in 2012, Inkomoko identifies Rwandan entrepreneurs and provides them with business education, mentorship, and strategy consulting, so that they can grow their businesses and create jobs for others.
Business Development Advisor – Accounting & Tax
Kigali, Rwanda

TERM: Full time, 1-year commitment, Renewable

LOCATION: Kimihurura, Kigali. Musanze, Northern Province

REPORTS TO: Director of SME Growth
Inkomoko seeks a highly talented and experienced Business

Development Associate to work directly with our entrepreneur clients. The Business Development Associate will join a growing start-up team with core responsibilities as follows:

• Develop business strategies and comprehensive business plans
  
• Generate financial statements, forecasts, and profitability analyses clients
  
• Develop and implement accurate financial reporting and bookkeeping systems for clients
  
• Assist clients with the implementation of business plan recommendations
  
• Advise clients on financing and investment opportunities/challenges
  
• Setup and train clients inaccurate financial record keeping
  
• Setup and train clients inaccurate tax reporting and filing
  
• Help clients prepare for financing or investment opportunities (loan and equity financing)
  
• Provide expert advice; help clients to navigate challenges and make sound business decisions
  
• Conduct assessments of client businesses to understand business needs, challenges, and opportunities
  
• Conduct research on the industry, competitors, and customers
  
• Manage client relationships and provide a single point of contact for assigned clients
  
• Manage the schedule and delivery of services throughout client engagements
  
• Regularly track and report on progress of client work and deliverables
  
• Participate in the development of AEC goals, strategies, and planning
  
• Assist Inkomoko/AEC management in special projects, training, and expansion initiatives
  
• Represent Inkomoko in the local business community and at conferences or other events
  
• Keep up to date on latest business and industry trends in Rwanda and across East Africa
  
• Maintain and organize client files
  

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

We are seeking individuals who can bring lasting impact to our work. We are looking for candidates who will navigate fast-paced and resource-constrained environments with enthusiasm, patience, a sense of humor, and imagination. The ideal candidate will fulfill the following requirements:

• 5+ years of work experience in relevant or applicable field
  
• Experience with one or more of the following accounting softwares: Quickbooks, Odoo, Sage, Tally, SAP
  
• Experience in consulting, business planning, and providing business advice
  
• Strong financial and accounting skills; strong understanding of Rwanda’s tax & financial policies
  
• Experience as an accountant for a small or medium business
  
• Experience with RRA and tax filing
  
• Excellent computer skills, especially with MS Excel and Word
  
• Good written and oral communications skills
  
• Good presentation and training skills
  
• Shows perseverance, personal integrity, and critical thinking skills
  
• Must speak fluent English and Kinyarwanda; French is an added advantage
  
• Bachelor Degree in Business Administration/ Accounting or related field
  
• Willingness to travel around the country from time to time, in line with the job needs
  

WHAT YOU’LL GET

• Fun, collaborative work environment
  
• Opportunity to work with a talented, passionate, and committed team of professionals
  
• Challenging work and the opportunity to grow and develop your skills
  
• Ability to make an impact and contribute to economic growth in Rwanda.