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Chief Accountant

YAFCO Trading PLC

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Finance

Accounting

Addis Ababa

8 years

1 Position

2025-06-13

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2025-07-04

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Finance

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Job Description

YAFCO Trading PLC is seeking a dynamic and experienced Chief Accountant for its four divisions and Accountant to the Cafeteria (Cafe) operation. 

Chief Accountant to oversee and coordinate financial activities across its four divisions:

Technology Products Import & Distribution  2.Green Coffee Export  3.Roasted & Ground Coffee for Retail and Export 4.Cafeteria Operations

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Develop and enforce financial policies, procedures, and internal controls across all divisions.

  • Lead the finance function to support YAFCO’s strategic goals, growth, and profitability.

  •  Act as a financial advisor to management, providing recommendations based on sound analysis.

  •  Supervise and support accountants in the 4 divisions (Tech Import, Green Coffee Export, Roasted Coffee & Retail, Cafe).

  •  Ensure timely, accurate, and consistent recording of all financial transactions across divisions. 

  • Compile and consolidate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements from each division.

  •  Prepare management reports, financial forecasts, and variance analyses.

  •   Present financial performance summaries to senior management and stakeholders.

  •   Ensure compliance with Ethiopian Revenue and Customs Authority (ERCA) rules and regulations.

  •  Coordinate with external auditors and tax consultants.

  • Monitor adherence to statutory reporting requirements and assist with tax filings and audits.

  •  Lead the annual budgeting process in coordination with division heads.

  • Monitor division budgets and guide corrective actions when needed. 

  • Review and control overhead and operational expenses.

  • Monitor the company’s cash flow, receivables, and payables.

  • Oversee banking relationships and loan documentation.

  •  Ensure sufficient liquidity across divisions.

  • Recommend and help implement financial systems and process improvements.

  •  Standardize accounting practices across divisions for uniformity and efficiency.

  • Provide leadership and coordination of accounting functions across all divisions.

  • Supervise and support division-level accountants to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.

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

  • Ensure compliance with ERCA tax laws and regulations.

  • Manage budgets, monitor performance, and recommend corrective actions.

  •  Oversee cash flow, banking, and financial risk management.

  • Coordinate audits and external reviews

  •  Implement and improve financial systems and procedures.

Salary is Negotiable

Job Requirements

Qualifications:

  •  BA or MA in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

  •  8+ years of progressive accounting experience,  including 3+ years in a senior finance role.

  • Strong leadership, analytical, and organizational skills.

  • Familiarity with Peach-tree, Sage & other ERP/accounting systems.

  • Knowledge of Ethiopian financial and tax regulations.

Key Skills & Competencies:

  •  Strong analytical and decision-making abilities

  • Leadership and team development

  • Excellent communication and reporting skills

  • High level of integrity and confidentiality

  • Advanced Excel and financial modeling

  • Experience with ERP and accounting software system

How to Apply

Interested applicants and qualified candidates should submit their application non-returnable copies with CV within 15 working days from the time of the vacancy announcement. For position 1 Duty Station is (Mattot Cafe) Leme Hotel to 24 Kebel behind the road bridge adjacent to Sidra international Hotel and for other position Duty Station- is Addis Ababa Bole Medhanialem Mall. Place of application: Bole Medhanialem Mall 6 th floor room Number 605  For more information፡ Tel +251116392907 Mob. +251982988283 email HR@yafcoet.com

Fields Of Study

Accounting

Finance

Skills Required

check accounting records

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