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 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 timely in accordance with legislation.

Job Requirements

Qualification

• BA Degree in Accounting ,  Accounting and finance, related fields.

• Minimum of 7 years of experience is required, with at least 3 years as a finance head or 4 years as Senior Accountant..

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

Applicants who fulfill the above-mentioned criteria could submit detailed curriculum vitae along with supporting documents/credentials accompanied by cover letter addressing hr@kerchanshe.com or by our web site www.kerchanshe.com with the subject line Finance Head please try to mention the date on the subject line and Submit within seven working days from April 20, 2023 to April 27 2023 

 ' only shortlisted candidates will be contacted''.