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Finance

Accounting

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3 years

1 Position

2025-05-15

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2025-05-21

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Accounting

Finance

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Job Description

Krones East Africa is a subsidiary of Krones AG, a global leader in the manufacturing of packaging and bottling machinery for the beverage and liquid food industries. Operating in the East African region, the company provides cutting-edge solutions for filling, labeling, packaging, and process technology, catering to breweries, soft drink producers, and other beverage manufacturers. With a strong commitment to innovation, sustainability, and efficiency, Krones East Africa supports its clients with state-of-the-art equipment, after-sales services, and local expertise to optimize production processes. By leveraging Krones AG’s global technological advancements and local market understanding, the company plays a pivotal role in enhancing the competitiveness and growth of the beverage industry in East Africa.

The Financial Accountant will serve as the backbone of the finance function for Krones East Africa, overseeing end-to-end financial operations and ensuring compliance with local and international standards. This role demands a proactive professional who can represent the finance department externally and drive accuracy, efficiency, and compliance across all financial activities.

Tasks and Responsibilities 

  • Periodic keeping of accounts within the given parameters of the accounting system; maintenance of the General Ledger Accounts, journal postings and balance sheet reconciliations; Monthly input of all accounting transactions into S4hana. 

  • Monthly Financial Reporting by specific deadlines within the month (all related functions i.e., month end procedures, verify trial balance entries, balance sheet reconciliations, working with S4Hana reports, Preparation of Financial Statements etc.) 

  • Annual Audit preparation and assistance; be responsible for the annual audit process (balance sheets, tax, etc.) in cooperation with the appointed external auditors; completion of interim and final financial audits in accordance with IFRS and for local reporting.

  • Preparation of all statutory returns under any statute or regulation affecting the business of the company and maintain all statutory registers; Liaise with tax advisor to ensure accurate handling of VAT, WHT, Corporation Tax, Training Levies, etc. and timely payment of the same. 

  • Liaison and communication with government departments, including handling and managing Government Audits; Ensure compliance in terms of tax, labor law, commercial law, local authorities, etc. 

  • Liaise with Supply Chain and Warehouse and ensure Stocks and Goods in Transit are well maintained and reconciled monthly. 

  • Attend to all bank matters including LC’s, Forex and constant follow ups; to maintain professional treasury and banking relationships, auditors, solicitors and Revenue Authorities. 

  • Arrange and maintain insurance covers and attend to insurance claims. 

  • Ensuring that Company Procedures and Compliance Requirements are adhered to. 

  • Payments; Cashbook maintenance and monthly reconciliations; Creditor’s payments; System accounts maintenance; prepare cash flows; daily postings of all cash and bank transactions; payment approvals and four eye principals always maintained. 

  • Completion and submissions of statutory returns timeously and accurately. 

  • Manage travel advances for all staff including technicians. 

  • Maintain good relationships with external stakeholders especially bankers, auditors, tax consultants, customers and suppliers

Job Requirements

Requirements*

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance; ACCA/CPA certification required.

  • 3+ years of experience in financial accounting, preferably with an audit background.

  • Expertise in Ethiopian tax laws, IAS/IFRS, and financial compliance.

  • Advanced skills in MS Office (Excel); SAP/S4Hana proficiency is a strong advantage.

  • Fluency in English and Amharic; exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.

  • Behavioral Traits: High integrity, attention to detail, ability to multitask under deadlines, and a team-oriented mindset.

How to Apply

Interested and Qualified applicants are invited to send their updated resume to hella.benti@ethiojobs.net using a subject line “Financial Accountant” 

Fields Of Study

Accounting

Finance

Skills Required

accounting department processes

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