The Ethiopian Catholic Church Social and Development Commission are seeking a dedicated Project Accountant to support our project. The successful candidate will be responsible for processing financial transactions, organizing and scanning financial documents, making reconciliation, maintaining accurate financial records, managing of cash transfers from Head Office and periodic accruals ensuring compliance with donor regulations, and supporting financial reporting for the project.

Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Financial Record Keeping:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records for the project.

• Prepare and process invoices, vouchers, and journal entries in accordance with the organization’s policies.

1. Budget Monitoring:

• Assist in the preparation, monitoring, and reporting of project budgets.

• Track expenditures against the approved budget and ensure compliance with donor guidelines.

1. Financial Reporting:

• Prepare timely financial reports for the project, ensuring compliance with both organizational standards and donor requirements.

• Prepare Monthly financial report for donor including scanning and sending of financial documents

• Support the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements.

1. Audit Preparation:

• Assist in the preparation for internal and external audits specific to the project.

• Ensure that all financial documentation is complete and available for audit review.

1. Reconciliation:

• Conduct regular bank reconciliations and ensure discrepancies are addressed promptly.

• Reconcile project accounts and maintain accurate ledger entries.

1. Compliance and Documentation:

• Ensure compliance with the donor and the oraganization financial policies and reporting requirements.

• Maintain organized financial documentation and reports for accountability and transparency.

Job Requirements

Qualifications:

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

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting or finance, preferably in humanitarian organizations.

• Strong knowledge of financial regulations, budgeting, and reporting requirements related to donor-funded projects.

• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Offices.

Location: ECC-SDCO National Office

Report to: Finance Manager

Salary: As per the scale of the organization

Duration: One year with possibility of extension

Number of Posts : 01 (one)

Closing date:  June 6th, 2025

How to Apply

Interested and qualified applicants who meet the criteria for the positions and adhere to the code of conduct of the Catholic Church are invited to submit their non-returnable applications along with a CV via email to [CBCEHRM@eccsdco.org] by June 6th, 2025 please ensure that your application letter clearly indicates the vacancy reference number, position title, and duty station. The organization’s application form can be downloaded from THIS LINK. Applications submitted after the close of business on June 6th, 2025 will not be considered

Applicants should effectively engage with and understand the Ethiopian Catholic Church Social and Development Commission (ECC-SDCO), as well as its partners operational frameworks, compliance requirements, Ethical Standards and shared values.

SAFEGUARDING PROTOCOL:- the responsibility of understanding and awareness of safeguarding and child protection and applicants will be subject to specific checks related children, young people and vulnerable adults in relation to safeguarding issues.

ECC-SDCO strongly encourages female applicants and individuals from Borena areas to apply.

Important Notes

• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interviews and assessments.

• Shortlisted applicants may be required to submit additional supporting documents at a later stage.

• ECC-SDCO will not cover or reimburse any costs incurred by candidates during the recruitment process.