Background of Company

Kerchanshe Trading P.L.C is the largest producer and exporter of coffee in Ethiopia, It has a proud history of providing quality coffees to the local and international markets. Currently our company needs a dedicated and motivated candidate.

General Job Description 

The Finance and Administration Head will be responsible for leading, managing, tracking and reporting on financial management and tracking daily activities. He/ She is responsible for managing all financial activities contributing to the achievement of Kerchanshe Trading overall objectives. She/he assists in developing cost and budgetary control systems throughout the Organization. She/he is also responsible for maintaining accurate and complete record as per rule and regulation.

Responsibility

• Prepare and process all accounting transactions such as disbursement, cash receipts, journal entries and advances which are in accordance with finance and accounting policies and procedures

• Ensure timely submission of monthly requests, reconciliations and financial statement reports

• Maintain accurate bank records of cash withdrawals and deposits.

• Ensure efficient payments and disbursements according to approved policy and procedures

• Consolidate financial statements and timely provide accounting information to external auditors;

• Provide administrative, logistical, and procurement support to the team, including payment to, transportation and accommodation arrangements, and ongoing operations

• Assists in improving the finance system and working standards of the Organization;

• Checks and ascertains the accuracy and validity of invoices/documents submitted for payment; records invoices and arranges payments;

• Follow up on issues raised by the Finance and other departments to ensure compliance and resolution

• Budget Management

• Assist activities managers with compiling, managing, monitoring, and tracking budget (e.g. organizing invoices, checks, & other financials) and preparing financial reports, when deemed necessary.

• Checks the replenishment of  the petty cash fund and arranges disbursements;

• Ensures that required documentation and authorization is present to effect payment;

• Supervises the preparation of monthly bank reconciliation statements;

• Maintain the proper operation of the finance archive and documentation system.

• Ensure maintenance of up to date register of assets

• Supervise the preparation and submission of financial reports timly in accordance with legislation.

Job Requirements

Qualification

• BA Degree or Above in Accounting or Accounting and fincance 

• Minimum of 7 years of experience is required, with at least 3 years as a finance and administrative head.

  Skills and Abilities

• Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written

• Proficiency in working with Microsoft packages, including Outlook, Word and Excel. 

• Accuracy in reporting detailed financial information 

• Ability to work as part of a team, as well as on own initiative 

• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and professionals alike 

• Ability to work under pressure, plan and priorities own workload, manage competing tasks and meet deadlines.

• An understanding of, and commitment to, equal opportunities 

• Ability to maintain effective office systems 

How to Apply

Submit your CV along with your supporting documents accompanied your cover letter via email: hr@kerchanshe.com

N.B: Mention the position in which you are applying for on the subject line of your email as “Finance and Administration Head”

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.