The Ethiopian Academy of Sciences (EAS) is a membership-based, not-for-profit organization officially recognized as an independent national body through Proclamation No. 783/2013. The Academy conducts consensus studies, provides evidence-based advice to the government, promotes excellence in research, offers capacity-building training, organizes public lectures and dialogues, disseminates pertinent scientific, cultural, historical and educational works, and encourages innovations in the sciences and technology.

 JOB SUMMARY:

The purpose of the Cashier is responsible for handling cash of EAS, maintains a petty cash and makes payment, receive cash, assisting the Administration & Finance unit in the roles of Administration, Finance, Purchasing, Logistics and Property Management of EAS.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Maintain petty cash and register book and makes payment against written orders of authorization
• Requests for the replenishment of the petty cash when it reaches the minimum limit;
• Confirm that petty cash payment voucher and supporting documents are complete before effecting payments
• Collect cash and Check payments on behalf of EAS from partners.
• Reconciles cash balance with records, clears all advances taken by staff and updates all records on file
• Deposit collected money in the bank intact and submits the receipt, and bank deposit slip to Senior Accountant
•  Performs other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Qualification and Experience

• BA/ College Diploma /Certificate in Accounting or related field of study

• 0/2/4 years of relevant experience

Technical and other skills

• Proficient in computer skills;
• Good interpersonal and communicate ability;
• Confidence in handling money
• Willingness to work under pressure.