Project Accountant (2 Positions)

About Geneva Global Ethiopia (GGE)

Geneva Global Ethiopia (GGE) is an international non-governmental organization registered under the Agency of Civil Society Organization with certificate No 1724. GGE has been working in the education sector since 2011 G.C particularly on accelerated education program and EiE. Currently GGE is seeking candidates for a Project Accountant (2 positions) role for an upcoming emergency response program for IDPs and host communities in Ethiopia with specific emergency-affected target woredas and schools of Oromia and Amhara regions.

Reports to: Administratively to the Regional Project Manager and Technically reporting to finance Officer, Country Office

Duty Station: Bahir Dar, Amhara Region and West Wellega, Nedjo Oromia Region

Employment type: Full-time

Salary: As per the project/organization salary scale

Number of Vacancy(s):Two (2) One for Amhara & One for Oromia

Job category: Finance and accounting

Type of Vacancy: External

 

Job Overview:

GGE is planning to implement a Multi-Sectoral Education in Emergency support to conflict-affected school children in West Gojjam and West Wollega Zones of Amhara & Oromia, respectively. GGE is currently seeking TWO highly motivated, detail-oriented Project Accountants to join our finance team. The ideal candidates will be responsible for managing financial records, preparing reports, analyzing budgets, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. These positions require accuracy, integrity, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records and reports.
• Record all financial transactions systematically (income, expenses, assets, liabilities).
• Process accounts are payable and receivable transactions.
• Reconcile bank statements and monitor company financial transactions.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with tax laws and prepare necessary tax filings.
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Maintain general ledger and journal entries.
• Prepare financial documents for auditors during audit time.
• Monitor and control GGE internal financials.

Qualities and Qualifications

Geneva Global Ethiopia expects the Employee to:

• Possess the academic and professional qualifications, experience, and expertise required to meet the responsibilities identified above with excellence.
• Be energetic in rendering services to Geneva Global Ethiopia.
• Be attentive to detail and work methodically and accurately.
• Be professional and kind in all interactions, whether with colleagues, partners, clients, authorities, beneficiaries, or any other outside person.
• Use initiative.
• Work independently, taking initiative in accordance with specific duties and as appropriate.
• Participate actively, productively, and respectfully as a member of the GGE and GGI team, upholding all Geneva Global values and standards.
• Work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Exercise the utmost good faith towards Geneva Global both in rendering services and in all dealings with Geneva Global and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting and finance.
• A Minimum of two years’ experience as an accountant.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Peachtree, ERP systems).
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• NGO experience will be an advantage

Reference: Three strong references with complete contact address are required