One Acre Fund

Senior Tax Specialist

Kigali, Rwanda

Job Title: Senior Tax Specialist - Finance Division 🌍

Join One Acre Fund as a Senior Tax Specialist in our Finance Division! We are looking for a proactive professional to ensure compliance with tax laws and regulations while collaborating with our finance and country program teams.

Location:

  • 📍 Kenya or Rwanda

About One Acre Fund:
Founded in 2006, One Acre Fund empowers over 1 million smallholder farmers with essential agricultural services to enhance their productivity. Our diverse team of 8,000+ operates across six countries in Africa, prioritizing farmer prosperity through quality farm supplies and training.

Key Responsibilities:

🗂️ Tax Advisory:

  • Stay updated on tax law changes and advise teams accordingly.
  • Guide leadership on tax implications of business changes.
  • Provide expert advice on transfer pricing and tax planning.
  • Deliver training sessions on tax matters to finance and program teams.

📋 Tax Compliance:

  • Oversee preparation of tax returns and ensure accuracy in reconciliations.
  • Maintain meticulous records related to tax compliance.
  • Respond to tax inquiries and resolve arising issues.

🔍 Audit and Support:

  • Coordinate and support tax audits.
  • Track and resolve audit outcomes in collaboration with process owners.

Career Growth and Development:
We foster a culture of continuous learning with:

  • Weekly coaching and mentorship opportunities.
  • Performance feedback and career reviews every six months.
  • Opportunities to grow within a mission-driven organization.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field.
  • Over 4 years of relevant tax and regulatory compliance experience.
  • Minimum 3 years of corporate tax experience, preferably in East Africa.
  • Completed or near completion of CPA/ACCA or equivalent qualifications.
  • Strong understanding of tax code and compliance procedures.

Preferred Start Date:
As soon as possible!

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive health insurance and housing support.

Eligibility:
Open to citizens or permanent residents of Kenya and Rwanda only.

Application Deadline:

  • 25 June 2025 (applications are reviewed on a rolling basis).

🌈 One Acre Fund is an equal opportunity workplace committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and experiences!

Ready to make an impact? Apply now!