I. Overview 

 USAID Ethiopia support program aims to deliver fast and adaptable support that helps the Government of Ethiopia and civil society advance democratic reforms and enhance citizen engagement in the governance processes. Dexis Consulting Group (Dexis) will be USAIDs implementing partner in providing this assistance.

Dexis is seeking a Finance Officer for Amhara/Bahir Dar office to support a project with USAID’s Ethiopia Support Program in Ethiopia.  The Finance Officer will oversee Payroll, Accounts Payable, and record transactions in QuickBooks Online. The Finance Officers will report to the Regional Program Manager and provide support on reports, reconciliations, and other areas as assigned. 

This is a full-time position based in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia, with an immediate start date.

Job Requirements

• II. Responsibilities  

• Update bank balances and reconcile accounts on a monthly basis.  

• Request funds, as necessary, through wire transfers from the home office.  

• Close accounting transactions on the last day of each month and send transaction detail to home office Finance Department, with prior approval of the Senior Regional Program Manager and the Finance Manager.  

• Respond promptly to home office finance/accounting questions or concerns.  

• Verify vendor and subcontractor invoices and make sure all supporting documents are received and correct, monitor vendor balances.  

• Issue and send payments to vendors and beneficiaries.  

• Complete payroll monthly.  

• Process travel advances to project staff and follow up on outstanding balances.  

• Verify and process expense reports generated by project staff.  

• Produce necessary financial reports for the Senior Regional Program Manager, Chief of Party and Addis Ababa Field Office.  

• Maintain electronic and hard copies of all accounting documentation.  

• Update all financial transaction data daily in QuickBooks.  

• Verify, allocate, post, and reconcile transactions.  

• Produce error-free accounting reports and present their results.  

• Work with team on expense reports and assist Finance Manager with pipeline for activities’ expenditures. 

• Undertake other duties as assigned by supervisor. 

 III. Reporting 

This position will report to (Administratively) to the Regional Program Manager, and Functionally to Finance Manager stationed at A.A Field Office. 

 IV. Qualifications  

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent university degree in finance, accounting, or a relevant field. 

• At least 5 years of relevant experience. 

• Expertise in accounting and financial management for a USAID or other donor-funded program. 

• Ability to prioritize and manage a high-volume workload in a fast-paced work environment. 

• Strong written and oral communication skills. 

• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and other basic computer applications. 

• Experience living and working in Ethiopia,

• Familiarity and understanding of local context are strongly preferable.

• Fluency in written and spoken English and Amharic. 

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their CV and Application letter through THIS LINK