Job Description
About the organization
The Well in Action (TWA) is an Ethiopian Resident Charity Organization. TWA intervention in Ethiopia is to contribute to sustainable improvement of living conditions of the small holder farmers and deprived people. This can be achieved by performing projects which focus on improving agricultural productivity, and stimulating entrepreneurship that are implemented both in rural and urban contexts.
Job summary:
The Accountant is responsible for handling cash transactions, maintaining accurate cash registers, and preparing cash reports. He/she also process invoices and payments, reconcile accounts, and assist in financial report preparation. In addition, he/she provide support in ensuring compliance with financial policies and procedures, assist in audits, collaborate on budgeting and forecasting, and support the preparation of donor financial reports.
Responsibilities and tasks:
- Handle cash transactions, including receiving and disbursing funds.
- Maintain accurate cash registers and reconcile cash balances.
- Prepare cash reports and ensure proper documentation.
- Monitor and manage petty cash funds.
- Process invoices, payments, and receipts.
- Maintain accurate records of accounts receivable and payable.
- Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies.
- Assist in the preparation of financial reports.
- Assist in ensuring compliance with financial policies, regulations, and procedures.
- Assist in internal and external audits.
- Provide support in implementing financial policies and procedures.
- Collaborate with the finance team in budgeting and forecasting processes.
- Support the preparation of donor financial reports.
Duration: One Year (Possibility of Extension)
Number of Position: One
Preference
- Women applicants are highly encouraged to apply.
N.B:- TWA requires that all employees take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguard our intended program participant, their communities, and all those with whom we work. Staffs at all levels have responsibilities to support and develop systems that create and maintain an environment that prevents harassment, sexual exploitation, and abuse, safeguards the rights of program participant and community members (especially woman’s, children’s and people with a disability).
Job Requirements
Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Experience:
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in accounting or finance
Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in accounting software (Peachtree or QuickBooks) and MS Office applications.
- Proficiency in using computer applications like Ms-word, Ms-excel etc
- Knowledge of financial regulations and accounting principles.
- Good knowledge of IPSAS is preferable
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Proficiency in English and Amharic languages.
Competencies
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong ethical standards and commitment to integrity.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Those who meet the above requirements should submit only application letter and CV to [email protected]
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for a written exam and interview, the location of the exam and interview in Addis Ababa.
Closing Date: 5 days after the vacancy is posted on the website.
N.B. write the job title on the subject line of your email
More Information
- Address Ethiopia
- Experience Level Senior
- Total Years Experience 5-10
