We hereby invite qualified and experienced candidates to apply for the following position. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Position: Senior Accountant

Key Responsibilities

• The Senior Accountant will be responsible for managing and executing daily, monthly, and annual financial transactions and tasks. Specific responsibilities include:
• Monitoring and managing bank transactions, including payments, transfers, receivables, and payables;
• Reconciling account balances and bank statements, maintaining the general ledger, and executing month-end closing procedures;
• Verifying, posting, and reconciling accounts payable and receivable, ensuring alignment with subsidiary ledgers;
• Conducting monthly general ledger account reconciliations and supporting internal financial control processes;
• financial statement reporting, Import cost Build up and audit readiness;
• Collaborating closely with operations and business office staff on financial matters;
• Preparing government taxes and Declaring taxes on E-tax, Tass.

Job Details

• Career Level: Senior;
• Salary: Negotiable
• Location: Addis Ababa (Head Office);
• Employment Type: Permanent (following a probationary period);
• Gender Preference: any;

Educational Background

• B.A. or M.B.A. in Accounting, Finance, or a related field from a recognized university

Professional Experience

• Minimum of 5 years relevant work experience for B.A. holders, or 4 years for M.B.A./M.A. holders;
• At least 2 years of experience in a senior accounting role;

Required Skills and Competencies;

• Strong understanding of regulations, challenges, and opportunities in the import trading and other related sectors of Accounting Systems,
• Working knowledge of financial best practices and accounting software like PEACHTREE Accounting and other Software;
• Advanced understanding of finance and accounting principles, including IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards);
• Excellent communication, networking, and presentation skills;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities;
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure;