company-logo

Senior Accountant

Samaritan Surgical Center

job-description-icon

Finance

Accounting

Addis Ababa

4 years

1 Position

2025-06-03

to

2025-06-30

Required Skills

check accounting records

+ show more
Fields of study

Accounting

Accounting & Finance

Full Time

Share

Job Description

Job Title:  Senior Accountant 

Employment Type:  Permanent/Full time

Department: Finance

Accountable to:  Finance Manager

Salary: Negotiable/As per the scale of the organization

Location:   Addis Ababa

JOB DESCRIPTION

Samaritan Surgical Center, Ethiopia’s first to specialize in surgical specialty services such as arthroscopic total hip replacement (insertion of artificial hip) and arthroscopic knee surgeries, Neurosurgery (including brain, Skull and Spine), Urology surgery (including Kidney & Bladder), Plastic Surgery, Neuro-Interventional/Neuro ICU, 24/7 Trauma and Emergency surgeries etc.  The surgical center is a state-of-the-art facility that incorporates the latest surgery theatres, pre- and post-surgery rooms, recovery rooms, surgical wards, ICU, diagnostic facilities and it is staffed by renowned surgeons.  The surgical facility focuses on providing sustainable; high-quality surgical care to patients.  Accordingly, for the successful implementation of the Health Center activities, Samaritan Medical center would like to invite interested and qualified applicants for the position of Senior Accountant.

Job Summary:

The Senior Accountant is responsible for performing and managing complex accounting functions, including general ledger maintenance, financial reporting, month-end close processes, and compliance activities. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the financial health and transparency of the surgical center, supporting leadership with accurate and timely financial information.

Duties & Responsibilities:

General Accounting & Financial Reporting

  • Maintain and reconcile the general ledger, including journal entries and account analysis.

  • Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements.

  • Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, including accruals and reconciliations.

  • Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies.

  • Verifies the consistency of financial activities with the Center ’s goals, policies and rules and other internal and external regulatory reporting requirements; 

  • Ensures that all financial and material resources are adequately accounted;

  • Ensures that revenues, expenditures and other financial operations are healthy, well accounted and substantiated with appropriate source documents; 

  • Develops and administers appropriate systems of inventorying and accounting depreciation of the Center’s fixed asset; 

Accounts Payable/Receivable Oversight

  • Review and oversee processing of vendor invoices, payments, and reimbursements.

  • Reconcile accounts payable and accounts receivable sub-ledgers with the general ledger.

  • Monitor outstanding receivables and assist with collection processes as needed.

Budgeting & Forecasting

  • Support the Finance Manager in the development and monitoring of budgets.

  • Analyse variances between actual and budgeted figures and provide insights.

  • Assist in preparing forecasts and financial models for strategic planning.

Audit & Compliance

  • Prepare audit schedules and liaise with external auditors during annual audits.

  • Ensure financial practices align with healthcare regulations and internal controls.

  • Assist in the development and documentation of accounting policies and procedures.

Financial Systems & Process Improvement

  • Maintain and optimize accounting systems and software.

  • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance financial efficiency and accuracy.

  • Provide support and training to junior accounting staff, if applicable.

  • Performs other related duties and responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

Qualifications 

Education & Experience

  • B. A. Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or pursuing CPA preferred).

  • Minimum 4 years of accounting experience, preferably in a healthcare setting.

  • Strong knowledge of GAAP and healthcare-specific accounting practices.

Skills & Competencies

  • Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.

  • Experience with healthcare EHR and financial systems is a plus.

  • Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and time management skills.

  • Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.

  • Ability to communicate effectively with both financial and non-financial personnel.

Preferred Certifications:

  • CPA (Certified Public Accountant) – preferred but not required

  • HFMA membership or relevant continuing education

Health and Safety:

  • Maintains a work place free of any hazards, and seeks assistance from the appropriate departments for investigating, evaluating, and resolving hazards to provide a safe and healthful work environment.

How to Apply

Interested applicants who meet the minimum requirements should submit their application letter together with non-returnable CV and copies of supporting documents through the following email address: Samaritanscc@gmail.com

Or

Applicants may submit their application to HR Department of Samaritan Surgical Center which is located around CMC, inside Sunshine Real-Estate Compound (Meri Lukie) Lemi kura Sub City, Addis Ababa

 For more information, please do not hesitate to call us on +251920327575/+25111680003/+25111680004

Fields Of Study

Accounting

Accounting & Finance

Skills Required

check accounting records

Related Jobs

3 days left

JUKI Singapore PTE LTD

Accountant

Accountant

time-icon

Full Time

0 - 2 yrs

1 Position


Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Accounting and Finance or in a related field of study with relevant works experience Duties and Responsibilities: - Handle the payroll - Handle the tax payments - Handle the ERCA related works. - Coordinate auditing Required Skills: - Have good English communication skill - Hands on with computer and Microsoft office - Peachtree - optional. -Good knowledge on Ethiopia tax system

Addis Ababa

24 days left

Golden petroleum

Internal Auditor

Internal Auditor

time-icon

Full Time

5 - 8 yrs

1 Position


Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and Finance or in a related field of study with relevant work expereince Duties & Responsibilites: - Plan, organize, and execute internal audit assignments in accordance with the annual audit plan - Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes - Conduct audits of financial and operational systems, procedures, and policies - Identify weaknesses and recommend improvements to policies, procedures, and controls - Prepare detailed audit reports with findings, conclusions, and actionable recommendations - Monitor the implementation of audit recommendations and follow up on corrective actions - Ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards

Addis Ababa

24 days left

Golden petroleum

Senior Accountant

Accountant

time-icon

Full Time

5 - 8 yrs

1 Position


Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and Finance or in a related field of study with relevant work expereince Duties & Responsibilites: - Prepare and review financial statements, reports, and records - Ensure the accuracy of journal entries, general ledger, and account reconciliations - Manage month-end and year-end closing processes - Analyze financial information and summarize financial status - Support budgeting and forecasting activities - Monitor and ensure compliance with accounting standards (IFRS, GAAP) - Assist with internal and external audits - Supervise and mentor junior accountants or accounting assistants - Maintain and improve accounting systems and processes

Addis Ababa

29 days left

Hey Trading PLC

Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

time-icon

Full Time

2 yrs

1 Position


Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or in a related field of study with relevant work experience Duties & Responsibilities: - Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of all accounting records and financial data. - Prepare and assist in the preparation of various financial reports for management and internal stakeholders. - Prepare and assist in the preparation of various financial reports for management and internal stakeholders. - Verify and process petty cash replenishments. - Ensure all financial transactions are accurately recorded, classified, and posted to the general ledger. - Monitor tax compliance and assist in the timely and accurate submission of tax payments and filings (e.g., VAT, payroll taxes). - Assist in coordinating and preparing for external financial audits, providing necessary documentation and explanations. - Identify and resolve accounting discrepancies and financial anomalies promptly.

Addis Ababa

about 17 hours left

Kerchanshe Trading PLC

Internal Audit Division Head

Internal Auditor

time-icon

Full Time

8 yrs

1 Position


Master's or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Accounting & Finance, or in a related field of study with relevant work experience Duties & Responsibilities: - Collaborates with Internal Audit Manager in developing and implementing comprehensive Internal Internal Audit plan based on risk assessments. - Supervises internal audit staff to ensure engagement work is complete, accurate and conforms with internal auditing standards and in conformity to the policies and procedures of the company. - Plans, leads and executes internal audit engagements, which include operational, compliance, and financial audits.

Addis Ababa

about 17 hours left

B Agro Coffee Product PLC

Junior Accountant

Accountant

time-icon

Full Time

0 yrs

10 Positions


Educational background in a related field of study Duties & Responsibilities: - Completing analysis of expenditures - Managing income and expenditure accounts - Generating the company’s financial reports using income and expenditure data

Addis Ababa