Senior Regional Project Accountant (2 Positions)

1. Job Title : Regional Senior Project Accountant

2. Number of Position: two (2)

3. Mode & terms of employment:- Full Time fixed term employment contract with possibility of extension.

4. Place of work– ODA Head Office, Finfine

5. Major Responsibilities:-

• Leads the development of the strategic/annual cost and income budgets for specific operations/budgets in line with the planning timetable for presentation to the Finance Directorate/ team leader / and approval by the Executive Management team and the Board of Director;
• Leads the development of project related budgets for submission to donors and delivers accurate and timely donor reports demonstrating effective budget utilization,
• Ensures all financial transactions are auctioned and recorded in line with ODA’s Financial Policies & procedures, approved budget, Donor requirements and Accounting Practice, leading to positive donor and external audit reviews;
• Manages the payroll and payment of all staff allowances and benefits on a timely basis in line with the HR Manual;
• Examines and Documents financial transactions by entering account information.
• Examines and analyzes accounting records, financial statements, and other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.
• Maintains records of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liability, or other financial activities within an organization.
• Prepares payments (payment vouchers) by verifying documentation, and requesting disbursements.
• Commits to support all the efforts of the ODA to prevent and respond to SEA allegations: adhere to the ODAs code of conduct,
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned by immediate supervisor.

6.. Qualification: (MA/BA) in Accounting, finance and accounting, Financial management, Business, Economics management/Administration, and related;

Additional training in accounting policy and procedure is an advantage

7. Work Experience: For first degree holders at least eight years; and for graduate /second degree holders six -years of relevant experience with government; national or international organizations in Accounting, finance and accounting, Financial management, Business, Economics management/Administration, and related

Previous work in accounting, finance and Finance tracking and reporting

8. Skill: Excellent written and oral communication skills in English, Amharic and Afaan Oromo.

• Working knowledge of the charities and civil societies agency proclamation
• Proven track record of ensuring accurate financial accounting with full compliance demonstrated through positive annual external audits,\
• Highly experienced at implementing policies and practices which fully compliant with GAPP and national requirements
• Skilled at accurately managing donor funds meeting their individual needs and building positive relationships with all donors through accurate and timely reporting
• Experience at leading a cost conscious approach, making recommendations to improve effective utilization of all budgets to maximize impact for beneficiaries,
• Skilled at coaching and mentoring junior staff members to develop their professional levels of competence
• Proven analytical skills with the ability to analyze large amounts of data and develop accurate and relevant conclusions and recommendations for implementation by senior and executive management
• Highly experienced at using Microsoft packages to provide quality written communications and familiar with current accounting packages.
• Experience of accurate financial accounting with full compliance experienced at implementing policies and practices which are fully compliant with GAAP and national requirements
• Skilled at accurately managing donor funds meeting their individual needs and building positive relationships with all donors through accurate and timely reporting
• Knowledge of PEPFAR/ USAID grant rules & regulations
• High levels of attention to detail leading to the production of accurate reports,
• Experience at leading a cost conscious approach
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English, Amharic and Afaan Oromo.

  Other requirements

• A person who has no record of criminal, child abuse, violence, neglect, humiliating punishment cases.
• No exposure and desire for drugs – Alcohol, Chat, and etc