Type of Employment: Full Time

Location: Addis Ababa

Reports to: Finance Manager

The senior accountant will be responsible for overseeing financial operations, preparing financial statements, conducting analysis, and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial records. This role requires a deep understanding of manufacturing cost accounting, inventory management, and financial reporting standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Reporting:

  • Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.

  • Ensure compliance with accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, GAAP).

  • Generate and present financial reports to management for decision-making.

• Cost Accounting & Inventory Management:

  • Oversee cost accounting processes, including job costing and variance analysis.

  • Track inventory levels, cost of goods sold (COGS), and work-in-progress (WIP).

  • Conduct periodic inventory audits and support inventory reconciliation.

• Budgeting & Forecasting:

  • Collaborate with the finance team to prepare annual budgets and forecasts.

  • Analyze budget variances and provide actionable insights to management.

• General Ledger & Month-End Close:

  • Manage the month-end and year-end closing processes, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.

  • Maintain the accuracy and completeness of the general ledger.

• Tax Compliance:

  • Ensure compliance with tax regulations and prepare tax returns (e.g., VAT, corporate income tax).

  • Coordinate with external auditors and tax authorities as required.

• Internal Controls & Compliance:

  • Maintain and improve internal control systems to prevent errors and fraud.

  • Ensure adherence to company policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.

• Financial Analysis:

  • Conduct financial analysis to evaluate business performance, operational efficiency, and cost-saving opportunities.

  • Assist with ad hoc financial projects and reports as needed.

• Additional Duties: Undertake any other tasks as directed by your manager to support the overall financial health and strategic goals of the company.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• 3-5 years of experience in accounting, preferably in the manufacturing sector.

• Strong knowledge of cost accounting, inventory management, and financial reporting.

• Proficiency in accounting software & Microsoft Excel.

• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

How to Apply

Qualified and Interested applicants should send their CVs through THIS LINK