Accountant – Semera

Purpose of the Job:

• Support the day-to-day financial management, accounting, and documentation at the Branch Office

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare periodic cash flow projections and execute financing decisions;
• Assess and manage foreign currency exposure of the commission;
• Check all disbursements and transactions are supported by proper documentation and authorization;
• Review/control all payments and supporting documents are correct before sent for payment authorization;
• Preparation of payments and ensure that all deductions are made and paid to concerned bodies on time;
• Monitor on overdue accounts and collection efforts to ensure proper financial controls, identify delinquent accounts and reduce payment cycles both in branch/head office;
• Act in accordance with the collection policy of the Commission to ensure that payments against appropriate customers/products are allocated in a timely manner in branch office;
• Ensure that all receipts of the Commission are collected and properly accounted for, deposited to bank intact daily, and adequately controlled;
• Prepare and submit timely, accurate, and complete statutory reporting for all legal entities;
• Prepare periodic financial statements and reports and submit to Director, Finance for review;
• Draft and publish summary of significant financial and operational issues periodically;
• Provide required documents and explanations to external and internal auditors;
• Ensure authorized signatories are up to date, sign statements on time, and coordinate reviews as needed both in branch/head office;
• Anticipate and document the impact of new accounting rules to the commission’s consolidated financial statements both in branch/head office;
• Ensure integrity of the accounting system by monitoring that accounting transactions are correctly posted, and financial and management reports are produced on a timely basis both in branch/head office;
• Provide training and guidance to junior staff to effectively perform their assignments and enhance their skills both in branch/head office;
• Evaluate the performance of subordinates in branch/head office;
• Issue receipts, check, and refunds;
• Perform other duties as requested by supervisor;

REPORT TO: Coordinator, Branch Office Finance and Administration

DURATION: Open Contract/Indefinite Period

SALARY RANGE: Gross monthly salary of ETB 19,157.00- ETB 22,817.00 plus ETB 6,000.00 Housing allowance and ETB 1,500.00 Transport allowance, depending on candidate’s qualification, experience and earning history

Qualifications and Experience:

• BA Degree in Accounting and Finance.
• Computer literate;
• Knowledge of Amharic is required. Knowledge of other local languages is advantageous;
• 4 years of relevant experience
• Experience and knowledge of IFMIS, IFRIS is required
• Experience working with various donors is a plus.