Job Summary

FH Ethiopia is a non-governmental organization engaged in relief and development activities. At FH, we operate under a set of guiding principles we call the “The Heartbeat”. This includes our Values, Vision and Purpose, which serve as the explanation of who we are and how we work as organization. Together we follow God’s call responding to human suffering and graduating communities from extreme poverty. FH Ethiopia would like to invite potential candidates to apply for the following position:

Position title: Project Accountant (5 Positions) 

Duration of contract: One year Contract

JOB SUMMARY

To record, summarize and classify the project’s income and payments within the framework of established policies and procedures. Prepares project level settlement report and get approval of the project manager. Liaison with the regional finance for financial management and internal control related issues and advise the project management team. Also supervises routine administrative activities of the project.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Checks all payment documents (commodities and cash), payment checks, etc for budget and other related issues prior to the project manager’s approval. 
2. Requests cash transfer from the Head Office on time.
3. Checks that all cash receipt for local collections are deposited on time.
4. Prepares payroll and pay all relevant payments (income tax, pension, PF)
5. Obtains monthly bank statement from the bank and reconcile with the book record.
6. Prepares journal vouchers for cash coupon transactions. 
7. Prepares monthly journal summaries for the project and submit to the Head Office on time.
8. Get monthly settlement report to the regional finance review.
9. Prepares monthly, quarterly, bi-annual and annual project financial reports as needed.
10. Supervises all cleaning, security and office management activities
11. In consultation with the immediate supervisor, schedules staff annual leaves, keep and update personnel files.
12. Checks inventory and fixed asset records of the project monthly.
13. Makes sure accurate stock record is in place and reconciles on a monthly basis as appropriate
14. Makes sure the internal control system of the organization is in place and is observed by all staff members of the project.

Job Requirements

• Full agreement with FH’s Christian foundation and beliefs as expressed in The Heartbeat: our Values, Vision, and Purpose.
• Strong Interpersonal skills,
• Emotional maturity,
• Cross-cultural Sensitivity,
• Ability to work effectively under pressure

SAFEGUARDING POLICY

Food for the Hungry/ FHE is committed to conducting its programs and operations in a manner that is safe for all beneficiaries it serves. It is FH's policy to create and proactively maintain an environment that prevents and deters any actions and omissions that put any beneficiaries, including children and the most vulnerable at risk. All personnel are expected to conduct themselves in a manner consistent with this commitment and obligation. Any violations of this policy could result in termination.

GENDER RESPONSIBILITY

• Provide adequate time to staff to participate in gender sensitivity workshops and related events.
• Through observation, interviews, and spot-checks, ensure that the staff planning process is gender sensitive.
• Build a better gender balance in staffing through affirmative action.
• Observe if women staff are as involved as men in high-profile activities such as interaction with visitors and chairing meetings, and take corrective action if warranted.
• Encourage female staff to participate in external networks (local and regional), as well as seminars and cross visits.
• Facilitate open and regular discussions with staff on about the work environment, policies, and values convenient to gender issues.

SAFETY & SECURITY RESPONSIBILITY

• Encourages compliance of Safety and Security principles and policies of the organization by all staffs;
• Visiting project offices and operational areas periodically to meet staff and making sure that all staff members are aware of the safety and security procedures;
• Explains to staffs the reasoning behind the organization’s safety and security policies and procedures
• Organizing local training sessions, such as First Aid, Fire Safety, and Defensive Driving for staff members. If possible, he/she should conduct briefing and training sessions himself/herself;
• Ensures that safety and security objectives are added to performance reviews and evaluations of all staff members;
• Encourages staffs to adopt safe and secure practices. Ensuring that updated personnel information related to safety (Record of Emergency Data) and security management are kept in Human resources.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• BA Degree in Accounting
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience preferably in an NGO Setting.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Basic computer proficiency is Mandatory
• Proficiency in English and basic knowledge of the Tigrigna language

How to Apply

Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply

Competent candidates can submit ONLY their applications with CV’s to: recruitment_fhe@fh.org

Candidates MUST refer the position title on the subject line of their email and applications