Categories: Vacancies, October 2026

Senior Finance Officer – Nutrition International, Ethiopia

Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

Deadline: 6 Dec 2024

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Finance Officer

Employment Type: Full-time

Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Deadline for Submission: 6th December 2024

About us

At Nutrition International, we make a difference, because nutrition is the difference. Woven into the very fabric of our approach is the passion and drive of our global team of over 600 people, working in 13 offices across 11 countries with one common goal: transforming the lives of people who need it most through improved nutrition.

If you are a motivated and passionate individual who shares our conviction that a better world is possible through improved nutrition, wants to leave the world a little better than they found it, and is looking to be part of a global team with a clear vision, we want to hear from you. Please consider applying for the position below.

About the role

Support the Finance & Administration Manager in Country Office’s financial management and compliance, accounting, and audit to ensure efficient utilization of resources and timely reporting. S/He will work closely with the Regional Office Corporate Services unit and Country Office’s Program Staff.

Responsibilities:

Responsible for accurate and timely preparation of weekly batches and update of bank books, mid-month, month end and yearend financial reports for the County Office.
Preparation of monthly bank reconciliations and petty cash reports and reconciliations
Data entry of weekly transactions in both Great Plains (GP) Dynamics or ERP, preparation of Journal Entries, AP/MP Entries in GP.
Processing of Operational Payment Requests, Travel Authorization Requests, and Expense Reports for the Country Office.
Monitor the accuracy of Ethiopia projects and contracts information entered in the Contracts Database and that all related milestones are always kept up to date by Program Officers.
Support Finance & Administration Manager in preparation of Pure Program, Operational and Indirect budgets and monthly budget management.
Support the Finance & Administration Manager in preparation for annual statutory and internal audits, including preparation of draft financial statements, audit schedules and audit support documentation as required by the auditors.
Monitoring of cashflow and preparation of quarterly cash forecast.
Review and submit for approval Program Finance documentation and requests which includes P-REQs, Contract Approval Sheets, Payment Request Forms, Contract and Project Closure Forms, etc.

About You

You have;

A Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
At least 5 years accounting experience and a minimum of 3 years in an international NGO.
Expertise in accounting principles, financial systems, budgeting, and controls in international contexts.
Proficiency in MS Office, accounting software (GP/NetSuite preferred), and familiarity with databases.
Strong communication, teamwork, and coaching skills.
Effective financial and HR management abilities with solid planning and organizational skills.
Initiative-driven, problem-solving, and client-oriented mindset.
Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment.

For more details about the role please click on Job Description.

What we offer

A competitive market pay, Health and wellness benefits, Medical Insurance, pension plan, flexible work hours, four weeks of vacation (plus public holidays), support for learning and development opportunities. We offer a collaborative and engaging work environment.

Nutrition International is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible work environment. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process.

Please note that all our offers are conditional subject to appropriate screening checks and satisfactory reference checks.