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Junior Accountant

Population Council

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Finance

Accounting

Addis Ababa

2 years

1 Position

2024-06-04

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2024-06-13

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Accounting

Business Administration

Management

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Job Description

 The Population Council is seeking a professional to serve as a Junior Accountant in its Addis Ababa, Ethiopia office. The Junior Accountant works in financial operations for the office. The incumbent will report directly to the Senior Accountant. S/he will collaborate with finance office at Population Council Head Quarters office in New York as well as at Population Council’s Ethiopia office.

 RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Posting different entries into the NetSuite ERP accounting system.

  • Work with supervisor on monitoring the cash liquidity position of the organization and to estimate the cash requirement for the project(s).

  • Prepare checks and assist in monthly payroll and payroll entries preparation.

  • Work on bank reconciliations on matching banks data and reconciliation of accounts.

  • Prepare petty cash reconciliations and replenishment.

  • Prepare monthly government tax dues and ensure timely settlement.

  • Assist in cost effective and transparent procurement of goods and services; ensuring the security of capital assets and equipment funded by the project and in adherence with PC and donor polices.

  • Process all project related payments including completing check payment vouchers and outbound checks.

  • Ensure proper supporting document of payments and prompt filing of documents related to payments.

  • Ensure that all Check payment vouchers, and any other relevant documents are completely signed and authorized.

  • Review travel expenses reports submitted by staff to ensure accurate reimbursement / remittance.

  • Carry out banking operations including requests for bank drafts and other banking transactions.

  • Participate in preparing for annual statutory and project related audit.

  • Make sure each vendor has all the necessary information to be recorded in NetSuite.

  • Assist in disbursing payments to program staff and temporary workers in the field.

  • Respond in a timely manner to queries sent by the New York Office on all financial matters including questions or corrections on the expense report and PPB with collaboration of the Senior accountant.

  • Make sure all staff have entered their weekly time in a timely manner and assist who needs support.

  • Update assets register of project related assets in a timely manner.

  • Carry out other activities assigned by supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

 We understand that there are many paths to acquiring expertise and experience and strong candidates may not have every qualification listed here. We encourage applications from individuals with diverse and/or nontraditional backgrounds who bring passion, skills, and experience in many or most of these areas. 

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Business Administration or Management and a minimum of 2 years’ experience.

  • Professional experience working in the NGO sector or public health related international organization.

  • Experience working with international organizations, including communications with overseas HQ.

  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work both independently and collaboratively with national and international colleagues.

  • Ability to prioritize and organize tasks.

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-cultural environment.

  • Knowledge of accounting software, MS Office applications and web-based communications.

  • Proficiency in written and oral English is required.

  • Willingness to travel within the country, as required.

  • Women's are highly encouraged to apply.

How To Apply

Please Apply with A cover letter and CV, submitted to THIS LINK

Application Deadline: Within 10 working days of advertisement.

Fields Of Study

Accounting

Business Administration

Management

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