Finance Officers handle all tasks related to the budgeting and accounting aspects of a company or organisation. They implement and ensure compliance with internal financial and accounting procedures, and prepare documentation for external audits. They collect information related to financial statements such as assets, liabilities, equity, and cash flow in order to assess the company's financial position to prepare annual budgets and forecasts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carries out standard accounting procedures and ensures all financial activities are in line with it.

• Ensure that all cash vouchers and other relevant documents are completely signed and authorized.

• Handle all bank account operations, including transfer preparation and/or other bank documents.

• Ensure all monthly transactions are processed and the subsequent monthly Bank Reconciliations are completed each month.

• Prepare monthly payroll for different project employees/consultants and distribute pay slips.

• Prepare monthly payment requests for clients as per the terms and conditions of the agreement and follow up the timely settlement.

• Prepare bank account register book for local and foreign accounts regularly and submit bi-weekly cash forecasts for management consumption.

• Coordinate the financial activities of the company and keep up-to-date records all the time.

• Monitors account receivables and ensure timely collection of payments regularly.

• Handle inter-company accounts movement & ensure the availability of adequate cash as required.

• Formulate an efficient cash inflow and outflow system to ensure the financial position of the company.

• Handle annual tax clearance, registration, de-registration, and license renewal activities as required.

• Ensure all required month-end transactions, including Journals, Accruals, and Prepayments are processed accordingly.

• Prepare and settle monthly tax dues (income tax, pension, withholding & VAT).

• Conducting periodic audits of payroll records to ensure accuracy and compliance.

• Implementing internal controls to safeguard payroll data and prevent errors or fraud.

• Issue cash and credit sales invoices as per the approved payment request and ensure timely collection.

• Assisting line managers with any ad-hoc queries promptly and effectively.

• Responsible for preparation of papers to facilitate annual audit and declaration of profit tax.

• Maintain fixed asset register, conduct the annual count, and prepare a year-end report.

• Maintains filing for financial section and keeps information confidential manner.

• Being a key point of contact for other departments on financial and accounting matters

• Supporting the Finance Manager and executives with projects and tasks when required

• Ensure company policies & guidelines are adhered to at all times and report any perceived breaches.

• Assists in other organizational activities and tasks, as assigned.

Job Requirements

Academic qualification

• BA in Accounting, Economics, or a related field

Additional qualifications

• Self-motivated, result-oriented, and Positive attitude.

• Ability to plan and handle multiple responsibilities at once.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and strong attention to detail.

• Strong knowledge of MS Office, including accounting software.

• Ability to work in a team and individually.

• Strong organizational and analytical skills

• Solid knowledge of financial and accounting procedures

• Great interpersonal and communication skills

Years of experience: Minimum of 2+ years of experience in the service sector

Salary: Negotiable

Workplace: Addis Ababa

How to Apply

Interested and qualified applicants can apply online using THIS LINK