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Senior Accountant

S.SARA Coffee Exporter

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Finance

Accounting

Addis Ababa

3 years - 5 years

1 Position

2025-06-10

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2025-07-12

Required Skills

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Fields of study

Accounting

Full Time

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Job Description

A Senior Accountant is a highly experienced financial professional responsible for overseeing and managing various accounting functions within an organization. They analyze financial data, prepare reports, ensure compliance with accounting standards, and may supervise junior accounting staff. Senior Accountants also contribute to financial planning, budgeting, and cost analysis.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting:

  • Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, ensuring compliance with accounting standards (e.g., GAAP and IFRS).

 Financial Analysis:

  • Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and potential issues, providing insights for decision-making and budget planning.

General Ledger Management:

  • Maintain and reconcile the general ledger, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial records.

Accounts Payable and Receivable:

  • Oversee and manage accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely payments and collections, as well as proper cash flow management.

Budgeting and Forecasting:

  • Assist in the development and maintenance of financial budgets and forecasts, including variance analysis and forecasting performance.

Tax Compliance:

  • Ensure compliance with tax regulations, including preparing and filing tax returns and supporting audit processes.

Internal Controls:

  • Assist in developing and implementing internal controls to ensure the integrity of financial data and compliance with regulations.

Audit Support:

  • Assist with internal and external audits, providing documentation and supporting the audit process.

Supervision and Training:

  • Supervise and train junior accounting staff, providing guidance and support on accounting procedures and best practices.

Collaboration:

  • Collaborate with other departments, including finance, operations, and sales, to gather data and ensure data accuracy.

Process Improvement:

  • Identify areas for improvement in accounting processes and procedures, implementing changes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Salary; Negotiation.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

  • Minimum 3 -5 years / above proven work experience in case handling.

  • Knowledge: Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting standards, and relevant regulations.

  • Proficient in using accounting software (Peachtree, ERP and Basic micro soft computer Skill, internet usage, power point etc., strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  • Language Proficiency:- Afaan Oromo, Amharic and English

How to Apply

Interested applicants can apply via email address; beshawmesfin@yahoo.com

Address city, Addis Ababa

Kifle ketema: - Kirkos

Kera :-SD Tower seventh floor ,on the way to cherkos road.

Contact Person: - Mesfin Hailu • Email Address: - Hr@ssaragroup.com or beshawmesfin@yahoo.com

Web site:-https://ssaragroup.com

Phone no: - +251910457220

Fields Of Study

Accounting

Skills Required

check accounting records

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