Finance Officer (2 Requires)

Brief Highlight of EWLA: The Ethiopian Women Lawyers’ Association (EWLA) was established at the federal level in 1995 by female legal professionals and was registered as a civil society organization. For more than 30 years, it has been working to stand for justice and equality for Ethiopian women. It implements 5 major programs, including Legal & Policy Advocacy, Right Education & Service Strengthening, Comprehensive Free Legal Aid & Holistic Support, Professional Empowerment & Legal Networking, as well as Professional Ethics & Service Quality. The Association has its headquarter in Addis Ababa, and regional branch offices in Adama, Hawassa, Bahir Dar, Gambella, Asosa, Jigjiga, Semera, and Dire Dawa. Moreover, it has established 57 volunteer committees at zonal and district levels and launched a multiligual Toll free Hotline center “7711” which provides services in Amharic, Afaan Oromo, and Tigrigna.

Job Position: Finance Officer

Required Number: 2

Location/Place of work: EWLA Head office Addis Ababa

Employment Type: Full time

Salary: As per the Association’s scale

Duration: One-year contract with possibility of Extension

Application deadline: 10 working days from the post of the position

Job Summary

Under the immediate supervision of the finance Manager, The Finance Officer is responsible for managing the day-to-day financial operations and ensuring the accurate and timely recording of all financial transactions at EWLA. They play a crucial role in maintaining the organization’s financial records, preparing financial reports, and supporting the overall financial management and decision-making processes.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage and process all financial transactions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including the general ledger, cash book, and other subsidiary books
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, such as balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, on a monthly and quarterly basis
• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and monitor budget variances, providing timely reports and recommendations to the Manager, Finance
• Reconcile bank accounts, petty cash, and other financial accounts on a regular basis to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data
• Liaise with donors, vendors, and other stakeholders to ensure timely collection of payments and settlement of invoices
• Support the preparation of financial reports and documents required for audits, donor reporting, and regulatory compliance
• Contribute to the development and implementation of financial policies, procedures, and internal control mechanisms
• Identify financial risks and opportunities, and recommend appropriate actions to the Manager, Finance
• Provide training and support to other finance and non-finance staff on financial processes and systems
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of EWLA’s financial management practices and systems.
• Perform other related duties as required by the Finance Manager.

Desirable Trainings: Training in financial reporting, budgeting, internal controls, and financial management software, Excell, Peachtree accounting software’s.

Other Requirements:

• Strong numerical and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret financial data and prepare accurate reports
• Proficient in using IPSAS Based accounting software, financial management software, spreadsheets, and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial record-keeping and reporting
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with staff, donors, and other stakeholders
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities
• Commitment to financial transparency, accountability, and ethical practices
• Alignment with EWLA’s mission, values, and commitment to social and environmental impact.

Reporting Relationship:

The accountant is accountable to the finance manager and shall report to him/her.

Competencies

• Flexible and adaptable
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Corporate Competencies
• Demonstrates integrity by modeling the EWLA’s values and ethical standards
• Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of EWLA
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability

Functional Competencies:

• Organize and accurately complete multiple tasks by establishing priorities while taking into consideration special assignments, frequent interruptions and deadlines
• Plan, coordinate and organizes workload while remaining aware of changing Priorities and competing deadlines;
• Establish, build and maintain effective working relationships with staff and clients to facilitate the provision of support;

Academic Qualification

• Bachelor or Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration or relevant field of studies

Required Skills and Experience

• For BA degree 5 years’ experience and for MA/MSC Degree 4 years’ experience
• NGO/CSO areas experience is Mandatory
• Working experience in EU, UN Agencies, project is an added advantage
• IPSAS (mandatory) and IFRS,
• Flexible and adaptable
• Being agile
• Bear criticism
• Maintain patience
• Organizational and interpersonal skills
• Professional ethics and integrity
• Being sociable and friendly
• A leaning attitude