ChildFund Ethiopia, an international non-profit humanitarian organization working in different regions of Ethiopia for the well being of children, is seeking an experienced candidate for the post of Finance Officer.
Responsible for providing finance and accounting services to include financial reporting, budgets development and management, financial analysis, audits, and cash management for assigned National Office
Principal Duties
Responsible for bank reconciliations for National Office accounts, monitoring all funds transferred to program area bank accounts and ensures that financial activities are in accordance with donor regulations and laws of host country
Responsible for development of financial reports and analyses, including cost analyses, expense to budget comparisons, and local program, management and donor reports. Responsible for compilation of monthly, quarterly and annual report development and submission.
Prepares disbursement of staff salaries, allowances and regulatory requirements (e.g. taxes, pensions); ensures all operations are in compliance with local tax regulations
Ensures that all financial transactions and operations comply with organization policies, systems and procedures and donor requirements; Monitors project fund utilization compliance and provides training for corrective actions, if necessary
Responsible for coordination of annual external audit; preparation of required documentation and support implementation of the resulting plan of action and audit corrective measures
Responsible for preparation and submission of quarterly cash forecast; ensures optimal operational and capital cash management for assigned office
Provides assistance in development of operational budgets; responsible for monitoring compliance to guidelines and procedures; reviews LPs budgets for submission to National Office
Job Requirement
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
EDUCATION Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, finance or related field or equivalent relevant work experience. CPA or ACCA preferred
EXPERIENCE
Five+ years progressive work experience in finance/accounting including analysis, financial reporting, budgeting, financial software and reporting systems
Experience in an organization with UN/EU/USG Grants Standard Provisions and Financial Requirements preferable.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, International Accounting Standards, internal controls, and segregation of duties
Good understanding of administrative, financial and general management principles and skilled in financial reporting, budgeting and taxes
Experience and proficiency on financial software and reporting systems
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Programs including Excel, Word and Outlook
Self-guided, strong organizational and planning skills; Ability to work independently and under pressure
Proven decision-making skills
Strong interpersonal communicative skills; experience in team leadership and participatory management
Outstanding written and oral communication skills in English;
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: One year with a possibility of extension based on proven performance SALARY: Attractive salary and benefit package PLACE OF WORK: Addis Ababa National Office with frequent travel to fields