EthioChicken is a leading distributor of chickens to rural farmers in Ethiopia. We are a rapidly growing Company that believes in investing in our employees and offers them opportunities for career advancement. EthioChicken is an Ethiopian based company.  

Our Vision:

Our vision is to provide one chicken per person per year through smallholder farmers.

Our Purpose:

Our purpose is making farmers of Ethiopia healthier and wealthier.

Job Summary: 

The Junior Accountant, under the supervision of Division Head – Treasury, is responsible for processing and verifying payments, reconciling bank statements, ensuring accurate accounting records, and maintaining vendor files. 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare payment vouchers for check and bank transfer transactions

• Perform daily data entry tasks to update and maintain accounting records.

• Reconcile monthly bank statements for all bank accounts.

• Check the budget for each payment request before payment preparation

• Ensure all transactions have sufficient financial documentations before recording.

• Ensure withholding taxes deducted from payments in compliance with the Income Tax Proclamation.

• Processes payment requestions in compliance with company policies and procedures.

• Laisse with the Division Head and National Finance Manager to maintain accurate classification of codes for various transactions.

• Post all relevant transaction documents daily to the control and subsidiary ledger accounts.

• Verify that expenditures are justified, properly documented, signed, and charged to the appropriate expense accounts.

• Maintain and update journal voucher register books on daily

• Reconcile staff advance transactions and ensure they are properly cleared.

• Preparing intercompany transactions and working with teams.

• Assist external auditors in providing the necessary documents as requested.

• Performs any other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Job Requirements

Competence

• Must be able to work under pressure, meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service 

Qualifications and Requirement 

• Degree in Accounting /Finance 

• Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central software

• Excellent computer proficiency 

• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.

Experience

• relevant experience in accounting or finance is preferable. 

• Strong understanding of accounting principles, tax compliance, and financial documentation.

• Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central software is an advantage.

How to Apply

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS 

Please title your application with the subject line: - "Junior Accountant ”. 

Only candidates meeting the required qualifications are invited to send their applications (Cover Letter) including a detailed CV to 

careers@ethiochicken.com 

Women are highly encouraged to apply