Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC) is looking for qualified candidates to fill the following positions. 

REPORT TO:  Coordinator, Finance and Budget

DURATION: Indefinite Period/Open Contract

SALARY RANGE: Gross monthly salary of ETB 22,014.00- ETB 26,219.00 plus ETB 6,000.00 Housing allowance and ETB 1,500.00 Transport allowance, depending on candidate’s qualification, experience and earning history

Purpose of the Job:

To enhance financial decision making by developing and implementing financial accounting and reporting system that provides accurate and current information for all regular and donor funded projects. The role is also responsible for enhancing the Commission’s operational excellence through efficient working capital management.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare periodic cash flow projections and execute financing decisions;

• Reviews all assigned reports submitted from branch offices and funded by donors and regular budget, considering accuracy of information, supporting documentation and compliance of expenses with the budget and donor regulations;

• Monitor the cash position of the commission and recommend appropriate actions;

• Assess and manage foreign currency exposure of the commission;

• Check all disbursements and transactions are supported by proper documentation and authorization both in branch/head office;

• Review/control all payments and supporting documents are correct before sent for payment authorization;

• Supervise and coordinate timely preparation of payments and ensure that all deductions are made and paid to concerned bodies on time;

• Monitor on overdue accounts and collection efforts to ensure proper financial controls, identify delinquent accounts and reduce payment cycles both in branch/head office;

• Take action in accordance with the collection policy of the Commission to ensure that payments against appropriate customers/products are allocated in a timely manner in branch/head office;

• Ensure that all receipts of the commission are collected and properly accounted for, deposited to bank intact daily, and adequately controlled;

• Prepare and submit timely, accurate, and complete statutory reporting for all legal entities;

• Prepare periodic consolidated financial statements and reports and submit to Director, Finance for review;

• Draft and publish summary of significant financial and operational issues periodically;

• Provide required documents and explanations to external and internal auditors;

• Ensure authorized signatories are up to date, sign statements on time, and coordinate reviews as needed both in branch/head office;

• Anticipate and document the impact of new accounting rules to the commission's consolidated financial statements both in branch/head office;

• Ensure integrity of the accounting system by monitoring that accounting transactions are correctly posted, and financial and management reports are produced on a timely basis both in branch/head office;

• Provide training and guidance to junior staff to effectively perform their assignments and enhance their skills both in branch/head office;

• Evaluate the performance of subordinates in branch/head office;

• Issue receipts, check, and refunds;

Job Requirements

• BA Degree in Accounting and Finance.

• 6 years of relevant experience

• Experience and knowledge of IFMIS, IFRIS is required

• Experience working with various donors is a plus

• Computer literate;

• Knowledge of Amharic is required. Knowledge of other local languages is advantageous;

How to Apply

Interested candidates should write a covering letter, explaining why they are interested in this role, why they are the right person for the job with a recent CV which should be sent to the following email address: HRM@ehrc.org

Please include the name of the position on the subject of the email

Women candidates and candidates with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview and written exam 

Deadline for applications:  Tuesday August 30TH, 2022.