Kweza Brewery is Rwanda’s first and only craft brewery. We are women owned, women led and women brewed. We make world-class beer using native ingredients and sustainable processes – while supporting the empowerment of women in Africa. Kweza means “harvest” and “purity” in Kinyarwanda. This name fits with Kweza’s mission to celebrate Rwanda’s flora and ingredients through Kweza beer.
We are at an exciting growth stage, having just opened a new facility with a 1,000-liter brewhouse. We sell wholesale beer and operate a taproom that offers brewery tours, tastings, events, and off-site event coordination.
Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Bookkeeper and Inventory Controller to join our team. This role involves managing day-to-day accounting and inventory tasks, ensuring accurate record keeping, and supporting our financial and operational goals. The ideal candidate is detail oriented, organized, proactive, and capable of handling the complexity of manufacturing business finance needs along with regulatory compliance and record keeping.
Key Responsibilities:

1.  Financial Record-Keeping 

  • Accurately maintain financial records in the company’s accounting software and spreadsheets.
  • Support data collection processes for monthly and annual financial reporting, including audit preparation.
2. Procurement & Inventory Control Management 
  • Oversee procurement and inventory control processes, adhering to FIFO (First-In, First-Out) principles.
  • Track, analyze, and report on inventory to ensure accurate stock levels and optimal turnover rates.

3. Cross-Departmental Collaboration 

  • Work with various departments to maintain alignment on inventory and financial compliance.
  • Ensure all transactions and records comply with internal and regulatory standards.
4. Filing and Documentation
  • Develop and maintain organized filing systems to uphold high standards in record-keeping.
  • Keep records compliant with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) requirements and RRA regulations.
Qualifications:

1.  Language Skills 

  • Required: Proficiency in English.
  • Preferred: Proficiency in Kinyarwanda.
2. Technical Skills 
  • Proficiency in accounting software (Xero preferred) and Microsoft Excel.
  • Basic knowledge of inventory management principles.
3. Organizational Skills 
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail with the ability to multitask effectively.
4. Communication Skills 
  • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to collaborate across departments and with external partners.
Requirements:
  • Experience: Background in marketing, sales, hospitality, or a related field. Experience in event promotion and social media management is highly desirable.
  • Language Proficiency: English is required; Kinyarwanda is preferred. Knowledge of French and Swahili is an advantage.
  • Skills: Strong interpersonal skills, creativity in marketing, and the ability to lead and motivate a team.
Preferred Qualifications:
1. Educational Background 
  • Degree or certification in finance, accounting, or a related field.
2. Industry Experience 
  • Previous experience in the food or beverage manufacturing industry, with familiarity in handling inventory, manufacturing, and financial processes relevant to this sector.
Contract Length and Compensation Duration: One-year renewable contract.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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