The German Leprosy Association, Ethiopia (GLRA ETH) in collaboration with the MOH and the Armauer Hansen Research Institute will conduct a study entitled “Chemoprophylaxis for leprosy: comparing the effectiveness and feasibility of a skin camp intervention to a health centre based intervention: An implementation trial in Mozambique, Ethiopia and Tanzania”.

The aim of the project is to contribute to interrupting the transmission of M. leprae by identifying the most effective and feasible method of screening people at risk of developing leprosy and administering chemoprophylaxis. 

For this project, GLRA Ethiopia office looking for experienced professional who will manage implementation of the project finance activates  

Job Purposes

The Senior Finance is responsible to follow up the financial accounts to be settled on time and reporting; and projects budget follow up by in line with the approved project/organization budget.

Main Duties and Responsibilities 

• Planning, implementing and reporting financial performances of the project

• Assist the finance team leader in the overall cash flow management of the organization

• Following up accounting documents to be settled on time;

• Preparing the general accounting including cost and budget reports/cashbook ledgers…/ at the end of each month and reporting it to the Finance team leader

• Overseeing the recording of the collection of the organization’s internal revenues by the legal receipts;

• Checking up the presence of the minutes and other legal documents before performing any purchasing activities;

• Following up the performance of disbursements (payments) to be performed on time in their sequences;

• Providing a well-organized financial document for internal and external auditors to be served and used for auditing purposes;

• manage the day to day documentation of financial documents with the right standard

• Assist the finance team leader the assurance of quality finance administration pursuant to the country relevant law and policy, organizations, policy and procedures.

• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve any discrepancies

• Prepare and process payments to vendors, including checks, wire transfers, and cash payments

• Assist with month-end close activities related to accounts payable, including accruals and reconciliations

• Collaborate with other departments to ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments

• Receive properly registered and signed receipt vouchers, payment vouchers, and deposit slips

• Check, code and record each voucher and documents

• Generate and distribute invoices to customers and follow up on overdue payments

• Monitor and track revenue to ensure it is recognized in accordance with accounting standards and report any variances to management

• Assist with month-end close activities related to accounts receivable, including accruals and reconciliations

• Respond to customer inquiries and resolve any issues or disputes

• Process and maintain accurate payroll records for all employees in accordance with internal policies and procedures

• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations related to payroll processing, including tax laws and labor laws

• Calculate and process payroll deductions, including taxes, benefits, and other withholdings

• Prepare and distribute payroll reports to management and other stakeholders as required

• Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve any discrepancies or errors

• Assist with month-end close activities related to payroll, including accruals and reconciliations

• Prepare payments by checking all supporting documents

• Properly Keep and file all financial documents of the authority

• Perform such other related duties as required.

Duty station: Addis Ababa 

Required Number: One 

Type of employment: Fixed term for 2 years

Salary: As per the organization scale

Reporting: To GLRA Ethiopia finance team leader 

Job Requirements

Qualification And Experience

• BA degree in accounting with minimum 5 years’ relevant work

• Master degree in finance management with 2 years’ experience in the field

• Knowledge of online accounting software

• Good knowledge of English

• NGO experience desired

• Excellent interpersonal communication skill

How to Apply

Interested and qualified applicants can be submitted within 05 days after this announcement via the following e-mail; glra.ethiopia@gmail.com Submit only application letter and CV in one PDF