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Finance Manager

East African Trading House PLC

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Finance

Financial Management

Addis Ababa

8 years - 6 years

1 Position

2025-07-18

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2025-08-01

Required Skills

Management of Financial Resources

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Fields of study

Accounting

Finance

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Job Description

Join East African Trading House (EATH) as Finance Manger 

About East African Trading House (EATH)

East African Trading House (EATH), a key subsidiary of East African Holding (EAH), is a cornerstone in Ethiopia’s wholesale and distribution sector. With roots tracing back to 1891, EATH blends a legacy of trust with forward-looking ambition: to become the leading trading and distribution powerhouse in East Africa under Vision 2035.

Operating through four strategic units—FMCG, Impex, Business Process Outsourcing (BPO), and Logistics & Warehousing—EATH drives value creation, innovation, and sustainable growth.

The Opportunity: Finance Manager 

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Finance Manager to who is responsible for providing strategic financial leadership, ensuring effective financial planning, risk management, budgeting, reporting, and internal controls. The role supports informed decision-making and promotes financial health across the organization reporting directly to the Chief Finance Officer.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Provide financial advice to leadership for sound business decisions.

  • Lead budget planning, forecasting, and financial reporting.

  • Monitor cash flow, working capital, and financial risks.

  • Develop financial strategies and cost-control mechanisms.

  • Ensure regulatory compliance and accurate financial documentation.

  • Oversee bank reconciliations, payments, receivables, and payroll.

  • Manage the finance team, assign roles, and support development.

  • Prepare internal policies, manuals, and financial statements.

  • Liaise with auditors, government bodies, and financial institutions.

Key Deliverables / KPIs:

  • Monthly financial close within 13 days of month-end.

  • Year-end reporting completed within 2 months post fiscal year.

  • Daily tracking of cash flow, working capital, and budget variance.

  • Maintain unqualified audit reports and limit financial risks.

  • Accurate and timely reporting of A/R, A/P, and margin analysis.

Team Leadership:

  • Set clear team goals and expectations.

  • Foster a positive, accountable, and growth-oriented team culture.

  • Conduct regular performance evaluations and training.

Job Requirements

Qualifications:

  • Master’s in Accounting, Finance, or related field with 6+ years’ experience (3+ in management),
    or

  • Bachelor’s with 8+ years’ experience (4+ in management).

  • Strong knowledge of financial systems, budgeting, and reporting.

  • Proven team leadership and analytical skills.

How to Apply

Send your CV, cover letter, and relevant credentials to: hr@eastafricantradinghouse.com
Deadline: July 31, 2025

Fields Of Study

Accounting

Finance

Skills Required

Management of Financial Resources

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