We are looking for a Finance Officer to take charge of the financial health of our company by administering accounting operations to meet legal requirements and performing financial analyses in line with company goals.

You should be familiar with audits, budget preparations, and management, analyzing financial data including forecasting, and understanding product and business models. Our ideal candidate demonstrates capabilities in analyzing operational, commercial, strategic and financial data/metrics in order to provide insightful analysis to drive management actions and initiatives and the planning process. You should also have excellent organizational skills and be able to handle time-sensitive tasks.

You will also be responsible for the day-to-day management of our financial transactions and procedures.

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS & ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Involve in the development of financial plans and programs; provide strategic financial input and leadership on decision-making.

• Analyze performance, identify areas of risk and opportunity and make recommendations to finance and operations leadership for improvements.

• Own and build on current models to forecast financials and operational KPIs.

• Monitor and report on market changes including macroeconomics and peers/competitors.

• Support an investment decision process to review business cases.

• Apply financial and economic concepts including financial modelling, economic analysis, cash flow (DCF), profitability, earnings, balance sheet, taxes, financial ratios, and alignment to KPIs.

ROUTINE TASKS

• Keep accurate records of all daily transactions

• Prepare balance sheets

• Process invoices

• Record accounts payable and accounts receivable

• Update internal systems with financial data

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports

• Reconcile bank statements

• Participate in financial audits

• Track bank deposits and payments

• Assist with budget preparation

• Review and implement financial policies

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration or finance required. Having an MBA is an advantage

RELEVANT CERTIFICATION(S)

• FPAC

• CPA

REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS

• Budget management, and organizational learning

• Solid knowledge of financial and accounting procedures

• Experience using financial software

• Advanced MS Excel skills including advanced Excel and PowerPoint

• Data management experience

• Knowledge of financial regulations

• Excellent analytical and numerical skills

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• 3-7 years of professional experience with a track record of increased responsibilities.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

• Analytical, strategic and detail oriented.

• Financial analysis and organizational.

• Ability to meet deadlines.

• Strong ethics, with an ability to manage confidential data.

How to apply:

• Submit your applications via email: kalkidan.excel@gmail.com